I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started reading Arcadia Snips. I have never read a steampunk novel before and began this one hesitantly. I was a little confused to begin with, but soon found myself enthalled within the novel, and couldn’t put it down until I finished it. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it, and was not at all disappointed with the conclusion as I sometimes find with books. A very enjoyable read that I would recommend wholeheartedly.
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The work is a vampire novel with all the usual trappings of vampire legend, as Chris Poirier mentioned. It seems distinctly inspired by the Underworld movies. That is to say, it’s not hugely original, but the author, Becka Sutton, is a good writer, which makes it worth a look.
I think there are some shortcomings in terms of a lack of tension. We don’t get the strong impression, for example, that David is in real danger. Perhaps introducing the vampire, Leisa, in a scene in which she does stalk and kill a victim would create more palpable danger, and perhaps make for a more complex character. The story also has a distinct lack of description. I don’t feel the reader gets much sense of what locations and persons look like. Adding a lot of description to tense scenes can also help to slow down the pace and add to the tension, perhaps. Describing the characters, especially by drawing them as attractive and physically desirable, could also help explain the element of attraction between he two main characters.
On the other hand, the characters seem well drawn. They feel distinct and believable. The story does start strong and keeps one interested.
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Right at the beginning, the authors are creating a new captivating world where we are swallowed and moved to a industrial steam punk story mixed with mystery and a touch of magic. We can take part in the struggle between magic and science in a Victorian time line where the characters evolve through the action pack scenes. Although, don’t forget to pay attention to the details for they are the true master piece of this story. They will get you entangled in the life of the characters and make your brain work along with your imagination being pushed to a different level. Chapter one is not even ended that I am already waiting for more.
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