Leviathan

Description

A steampunk fantasy with a lot of oomph to it. It’s an alternative history story, one that merges the period history of World War 1 events with a fantastical world where there are airships made from bioengineered creatures and mechanical wizardry. Into this strange world, we follow Deryn Sharp, a young woman disguised as a boy, for only men can serve in the army. Westerfield creates an interesting alternate history - a sort of steampunk version of World War 1, if you will. In this world, we see a host of strange creatures and machines. But what really drives the novel forward is not the interesting setting, but the strong characters. The Prince Aleksandar and the disguised-as-a-boy girl, Deryn, make for an interesting pair with a dynamic relationship (both are on different sides of the war, yet team up together). There’s a lot of suspense and action in the story and it’s one you definitely do not want to miss.

About the Author

Westerfeld, Scott

Scott Westerfeld is an American author known for his works in the science fiction and young adult genres. He was born in Texas in 1963.Westerfeld's most notable works include the "Uglies" series, which takes place in a dystopian future where everyone undergoes surgery at age 16 to become "pretty," and the "Leviathan" series, which is a steampunk adventure series set during World War I.Westerfeld's writing is known for its imaginative world-building, strong characters, and exploration of themes such as identity, technology, and social issues. He has won several awards for his writing, including the Aurealis Award in 2005 for "Uglies."In addition to his writing, Westerfeld is also a composer and musician, and has written several pieces for the theater. He continues to write and publish new novels and stories, and his works are enjoyed by fans of science fiction and young adult literature around the world.

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