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S.T.E.A.M.C.A.P.P.: The Rising of the Moon
August 1901: When Anarchist Terrorists massacre the workers of Archeology dig site 403B in the Adirondacks and abduct fifteen year old Gladys Gwynn, her wealthy Industrialist brother hires the Strategic Tactics and Extraordinary Management Consultation And Protection Partnership, team to rescue her.
But before STEAMCAPP can even board the train that will take them to the Adirondack wilderness retreat of their client, two of their members, the dashing and deadly Kierian McKenna(code named Piper), and his dare-deviless partner Emma Dareheart(code named Banshee), both former Resistance Cell operatives during the British-American War of 1893-1897, are ambushed by operatives hired by the British Secret Service Bureau and thrust into a bloody shoot-out.
At Great Camp Sagamore, Kierian and Emma are joined by their business partners, the mysterious, irascible, genius inventor, Dr. Balthazar Waatt, and the debonair Rescue Automaton Model 7. Along with three wilderness guides from the Adirondack League and Professor's of Archeology, Veronica Stonechat and SJ Boaltt, the team embarks on an action packed adventure to rescue Gladys from the brutal Anarchist terrorist and their deadly Gryphon Battle Mech.
But as STEAMCAPP's mission nears its exciting climax, a new threat more perilous than any of them could have imagined, emerges along with new questions. Who is the mysterious power behind the Anarchist? What is buried in the lost Algonquin Temple Of The Bear? And can STEAMCAPP stop Operation Atlas before it topples the United States of America into utter chaos and ruin?
Set in an Alternate Steampunk reality amongst the backdrop of a British-American Cold war, STEAMCAPP : Rising Of The Moon promises to be a thrilling action packed, rollicking adventure, peppered with humor and romance and set in the wild beauty of the Adirondack forest.
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Published September 23, 2018
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January 1, 2020
If you know me - you know I love anything steampunk.
Quality read - I definitely recommend it.
August 1901: When Anarchist Terrorists massacre the workers of Archeology dig site 403B in the Adirondacks and abduct fifteen year old Gladys Gwynn, her wealthy Industrialist brother hires the Strategic Tactics and Extraordinary Management Consultation And Protection Partnership, team to rescue her.
But before STEAMCAPP can even board the train that will take them to the Adirondack wilderness retreat of their client, two of their members, the dashing and deadly Kierian McKenna(code named Piper), and his dare-deviless partner Emma Dareheart(code named Banshee), both former Resistance Cell operatives during the British-American War of 1893-1897, are ambushed by operatives hired by the British Secret Service Bureau and thrust into a bloody shoot-out.
At Great Camp Sagamore, Kierian and Emma are joined by their business partners, the mysterious, irascible, genius inventor, Dr. Balthazar Waatt, and the debonair Rescue Automaton Model 7. Along with three wilderness guides from the Adirondack League and Professor's of Archeology, Veronica Stonechat and SJ Boaltt, the team embarks on an action packed adventure to rescue Gladys from the brutal Anarchist terrorist and their deadly Gryphon Battle Mech.
But as STEAMCAPP's mission nears its exciting climax, a new threat more perilous than any of them could have imagined, emerges along with new questions. Who is the mysterious power behind the Anarchist? What is buried in the lost Algonquin Temple Of The Bear? And can STEAMCAPP stop Operation Atlas before it topples the United States of America into utter chaos and ruin?
Set in an Alternate Steampunk reality amongst the backdrop of a British-American Cold war, STEAMCAPP : Rising Of The Moon promises to be a thrilling action packed, rollicking adventure, peppered with humor and romance and set in the wild beauty of the Adirondack forest. (less)
Quality read - I definitely recommend it.
August 1901: When Anarchist Terrorists massacre the workers of Archeology dig site 403B in the Adirondacks and abduct fifteen year old Gladys Gwynn, her wealthy Industrialist brother hires the Strategic Tactics and Extraordinary Management Consultation And Protection Partnership, team to rescue her.
But before STEAMCAPP can even board the train that will take them to the Adirondack wilderness retreat of their client, two of their members, the dashing and deadly Kierian McKenna(code named Piper), and his dare-deviless partner Emma Dareheart(code named Banshee), both former Resistance Cell operatives during the British-American War of 1893-1897, are ambushed by operatives hired by the British Secret Service Bureau and thrust into a bloody shoot-out.
At Great Camp Sagamore, Kierian and Emma are joined by their business partners, the mysterious, irascible, genius inventor, Dr. Balthazar Waatt, and the debonair Rescue Automaton Model 7. Along with three wilderness guides from the Adirondack League and Professor's of Archeology, Veronica Stonechat and SJ Boaltt, the team embarks on an action packed adventure to rescue Gladys from the brutal Anarchist terrorist and their deadly Gryphon Battle Mech.
But as STEAMCAPP's mission nears its exciting climax, a new threat more perilous than any of them could have imagined, emerges along with new questions. Who is the mysterious power behind the Anarchist? What is buried in the lost Algonquin Temple Of The Bear? And can STEAMCAPP stop Operation Atlas before it topples the United States of America into utter chaos and ruin?
Set in an Alternate Steampunk reality amongst the backdrop of a British-American Cold war, STEAMCAPP : Rising Of The Moon promises to be a thrilling action packed, rollicking adventure, peppered with humor and romance and set in the wild beauty of the Adirondack forest. (less)
October 3, 2018
Good, campy steampunk fun
Think 'steampunk Austin Powers meets Indiana Jones Temple of Doom' and you'll get a feel for this book. The story has all the elements you'd expect in the genre, and then some...
Created creature? Check. Meet RA-7, robot dandy extraordinaire. There's also a hint of a supernatural being. Victorian feel? Check. Although in this alternative history, the USA has just fought another war against the Brits, so they're not particularly fond of the queen. Realistic period details (fashions, weapons, politics, etc.) add rich texture. Cool gadgets? Double check. If you're a bit of a science nerd, you'll appreciate Dr.What's tech explanations... and his exasperation with his team members who merely pretend to understand how the science works while they use it to blast away at bad guys.
What is refreshing:
1- unique setting in upstate NY with authentic detail of Rochester and the Adirondacks.
2- scattering of subtle 80's pop culture references
3- Several strong, competent (but still feminine) female characters.
4- Some deeper conversations between characters discussing conflicts of their day (and ours) relating to reconciling science and faith, labor versus management, etc. Always fit / add to the story and characters.
Who will enjoy? If you are looking for a streamline story that feels inspired by adventure comics, you'll particularly enjoy this amusing, fast-paced and well-plotted story. Although it is not specifically YA, most parents would probably find it appropriate for teen readers.
A criticism- Book needs a pass of a professional proof-reader to polish punctuation. But that is something that the author can easily fix for future readers so it did not affect my enjoyment of the story or my rating.
Think 'steampunk Austin Powers meets Indiana Jones Temple of Doom' and you'll get a feel for this book. The story has all the elements you'd expect in the genre, and then some...
Created creature? Check. Meet RA-7, robot dandy extraordinaire. There's also a hint of a supernatural being. Victorian feel? Check. Although in this alternative history, the USA has just fought another war against the Brits, so they're not particularly fond of the queen. Realistic period details (fashions, weapons, politics, etc.) add rich texture. Cool gadgets? Double check. If you're a bit of a science nerd, you'll appreciate Dr.What's tech explanations... and his exasperation with his team members who merely pretend to understand how the science works while they use it to blast away at bad guys.
What is refreshing:
1- unique setting in upstate NY with authentic detail of Rochester and the Adirondacks.
2- scattering of subtle 80's pop culture references
3- Several strong, competent (but still feminine) female characters.
4- Some deeper conversations between characters discussing conflicts of their day (and ours) relating to reconciling science and faith, labor versus management, etc. Always fit / add to the story and characters.
Who will enjoy? If you are looking for a streamline story that feels inspired by adventure comics, you'll particularly enjoy this amusing, fast-paced and well-plotted story. Although it is not specifically YA, most parents would probably find it appropriate for teen readers.
A criticism- Book needs a pass of a professional proof-reader to polish punctuation. But that is something that the author can easily fix for future readers so it did not affect my enjoyment of the story or my rating.
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July 5, 2023
Steampunk in the Adirondacks
Good story, some good characters. Unfortunately, one of the heroes was enough of an asshat that I looked forward to him not being part of the story. Double unfortunately, the heroine (who was a really good character) was infatuated with the asshat.
This felt so much like a melodrama, I expected the villain to tie a damsel-in-distress to the railroad tracks and twirl his pencil-thin mustache in glee. Well, I was wrong. It was a handlebar mustache.
This books needs an editor so badly. Misused words scattered hither and yon. There were so many, misplaced commas. So, many.
Despite these complaints, I think the author shows promise and I expect to read the next book. However, I think I'll give it a, good long while.
Good story, some good characters. Unfortunately, one of the heroes was enough of an asshat that I looked forward to him not being part of the story. Double unfortunately, the heroine (who was a really good character) was infatuated with the asshat.
This felt so much like a melodrama, I expected the villain to tie a damsel-in-distress to the railroad tracks and twirl his pencil-thin mustache in glee. Well, I was wrong. It was a handlebar mustache.
This books needs an editor so badly. Misused words scattered hither and yon. There were so many, misplaced commas. So, many.
Despite these complaints, I think the author shows promise and I expect to read the next book. However, I think I'll give it a, good long while.
October 26, 2019
This is a steam punk book. The two main protagonists are veterans of a war between the USA and the British Empire. This story focuses on labor inequities in a Victorian era society and an archaeological find.
You only have to Google the Molly Maguires to discover that violence and the labor movement have had many connections.
The depicted society includes Vanderbilts and others of the same ilk.
An accomplished scientist provides a variety of interesting weapons to Piper and Emma.
The story was entertaining
You only have to Google the Molly Maguires to discover that violence and the labor movement have had many connections.
The depicted society includes Vanderbilts and others of the same ilk.
An accomplished scientist provides a variety of interesting weapons to Piper and Emma.
The story was entertaining
December 20, 2018
Stepping into adventures like these is amazing.
Society advanced in so many wonderful ways. Yet seemingly always hindered by greed and prejudice. I enjoy seeing many rise beyond it. The adventures they take on are high risk. Full of action and just enough mystery to keep one guessing.
Society advanced in so many wonderful ways. Yet seemingly always hindered by greed and prejudice. I enjoy seeing many rise beyond it. The adventures they take on are high risk. Full of action and just enough mystery to keep one guessing.
September 27, 2020
Interesting ideas
The author creatively brings historical figures into this alternate history story. Added to the mix are the genre "required" daring protagonists and imaginative technology. My lower rating is due to the book needing an editor's pass. The typos and poor punctuation kept jarring me out of the story.
The author creatively brings historical figures into this alternate history story. Added to the mix are the genre "required" daring protagonists and imaginative technology. My lower rating is due to the book needing an editor's pass. The typos and poor punctuation kept jarring me out of the story.
July 25, 2021
A MOST FANTASTIC TALE
This has been one of the most fantastic books I have read in years. So jam packed with action and adventure I couldn't put it down! It is a good old fantasy like I have never seen in my life! It totally held my attention throughout and gripped me beyond words. I recommend it for everyone!
This has been one of the most fantastic books I have read in years. So jam packed with action and adventure I couldn't put it down! It is a good old fantasy like I have never seen in my life! It totally held my attention throughout and gripped me beyond words. I recommend it for everyone!
June 16, 2020
Quite good Steampunk story with a lot of different types of mech. involves some actual historical figures and uses the young girl as heroine to be rescued model of story.
Interesting tech ideas used at the end action sequences.
Interesting tech ideas used at the end action sequences.
October 9, 2019
Go for it
Cheesier than a week of fondue, implausible as all get out but one of the most fun reads to come up in a long time
Cheesier than a week of fondue, implausible as all get out but one of the most fun reads to come up in a long time
October 14, 2019
Excellent story. Kind of pulp-y with a nice fresh location that I know, the Adirondacks. I am ready for book 2 in the spring.
April 3, 2024
Typing errors=serious distraction
Greatly enjoyed the storylines. A number of typing errors created distractions from the story. Perhaps a human editor would be of value.
Greatly enjoyed the storylines. A number of typing errors created distractions from the story. Perhaps a human editor would be of value.
May 30, 2024
Superb
An excellent mix of steampunk and urban fantasy
A superb read and action packed from beginning to end do not pass up the adventure!!
An excellent mix of steampunk and urban fantasy
A superb read and action packed from beginning to end do not pass up the adventure!!
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