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The Watchmaker's Daughter (Glass and Steele, #1)

C.J. Archer
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The Watchmaker's Daughter (Glass and Steele, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016

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C.J. Archer

The Watchmaker's Daughter (Glass and Steele, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

302

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • Victorian Era

Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Watchmaker's Daughter by C.J. Archer follows the story of India Steele, a watchmaker's daughter who loses her family business and meets a mysterious, wealthy American named Matthew Glass. Together, they navigate supernatural challenges and uncover secrets. It is the first book in the Glass and Steele series, blending historical fiction with fantasy.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

55,897 ratings

76%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Watchmaker's Daughter by C.J. Archer is praised for its engaging and inventive storyline, balanced well with historical intrigue and paranormal elements. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and the seamless blend of mystery and romance. However, some find the pacing uneven and predict the plot's twists too easily. Overall, it's a captivating read for fans of historical fantasy.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Watchmaker's Daughter (Glass and Steele, #1)?

Readers who relish historical fantasy with a touch of romance and mystery will enjoy The Watchmaker's Daughter by C.J. Archer. Fans of Deborah Harkness' A Discovery of Witches and Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series will find this Victorian London-set tale captivating, with its blend of magic, intrigue, and time-period allure.

4.1

55,897 ratings

76%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

302

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London • Victorian Era

Publication Year

2016

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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