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The Iron Duke

Meljean Brook
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The Iron Duke

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010

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Meljean Brook

The Iron Duke

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Science Fiction
Setting

Alternate History England • 1800s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

World History
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Iron Duke by Meljean Brook is a steampunk romance novel set in an alternate history where Great Britain is liberated from nanotech mind control. The story follows a woman named Mina who investigates a mysterious murder and crosses paths with Rhys Trahaearn, a pirate turned nobleman, as they navigate intrigue and growing attraction.

Adventurous

Romantic

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.1

17,969 ratings

69%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Iron Duke by Meljean Brook captivates with its inventive steampunk world and strong, dynamic characters. The novel's unique blend of romance and adventure offers engaging narratives and rich detail. Some readers, however, find the pacing uneven and the plot occasionally convoluted. Overall, it successfully melds genre elements for an exciting read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Iron Duke?

Readers who enjoy The Iron Duke by Meljean Brook are likely fans of steampunk romance with a blend of adventure and intrigue. Similar to Soulless by Gail Carriger and Leviathan by Scott Westerfeld, they appreciate alternative history, strong characters, and vivid world-building in their narratives.

4.1

17,969 ratings

69%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

10%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

384

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Science Fiction
Setting

Alternate History England • 1800s

Topic
Religion & Spirituality

World History
Publication Year

2010

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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