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The Girl in the Steel Corset (Steampunk Chronicles, #1)

Kady Cross
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The Girl in the Steel Corset (Steampunk Chronicles, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011

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Kady Cross

The Girl in the Steel Corset (Steampunk Chronicles, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

473

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Victorian Era

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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Super Short Summary

The Girl in the Steel Corset by Kady Cross follows a young woman with extraordinary abilities in a steampunk Victorian setting. She joins a group of similarly gifted individuals, uncovering mysteries and navigating dangers together. Their adventures blend action, intrigue, and a touch of romance in a richly imagined alternate history.

Reviews & Readership

3.8

21,747 ratings

65%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Girl in the Steel Corset by Kady Cross is praised for its imaginative Steampunk setting and strong, relatable heroine. The blend of historical and fantastical elements is engaging, though some find the plot occasionally predictable and the pacing uneven. Overall, it's an enjoyable read for fans of young adult and speculative fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Girl in the Steel Corset (Steampunk Chronicles, #1)?

Fans of The Girl in the Steel Corset by Kady Cross would enjoy a steampunk adventure featuring a strong, conflicted heroine. Ideal for readers of Scott Westerfeld’s Leviathan series and Cassandra Clare’s The Infernal Devices, this novel melds Victorian-era aesthetics with fantastical elements and a touch of romance.

3.8

21,747 ratings

65%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

473

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • Victorian Era

Publication Year

2011

Recommended Reading Age

13-18 years

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