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The Plastic Magician by Charlie N. Holmberg

Brief synopsis (no spoilers) : This one isn't about Ceony, although she does have a cameo. Alvie is an American magician, visiting England for something like an internship. Her skill as an inventor is strong, so her Polymaking boss puts her to work right away. As she explores the craft, she becomes involved in a dispute between her mentor and another magician Category : YA fiction Historical fantasy Why I chose this book :  I have purchased, read, and enjoyed all of the books in the series My personal opinion : Fun read! I like the continuation of the magical world, but with new characters and challenges Warnings Language: none Violence: some, but not graphic "Adult" situations: romantic interest only Death: some Movie rating equivalent :  PG-13 Protagonist description :    Alvie is smart, funny, and insecure Point of view of story :   Third person Book length :  Medium-long Story flow :  Excellent Grammar and spelling issues :  None Character connection (no spoilers) : 

Before the Broken Star by Emily R. King

Brief synopsis (no spoilers) : Everley has a clockwork heart. One would think that such a medical condition would lead to a careful life, or staying away from trouble, but that's not the case with Everley. She wants revenge, and she'll stress that ingenious piece of machinery to its limits if needed, to get it. Category : YA fiction Kinda steampunk Why I chose this book :  I bought it on sale My personal opinion : It was excellent. Moved fast enough to be engaging and hold my interest. Not too cheesy or angsty, like many YA stories. And Everley is a strong character, which I appreciated. Warnings Language: none that I recall Violence: frequent fighting with swords "Adult" situations: mentions prostitution Death: yes, including major characters Movie rating equivalent :  PG-13 Protagonist description :    Everley is strong of body and will. She's going to accomplish her goals, for certain! Point of view of story :   Third person Book length :  Medium Story flow :