Of Silk and Steam

Bec McMaster

Mar 2015 · London Steampunk Book 5 · Sourcebooks, Inc.

About this ebook

In the mist-shrouded streets of London, revolution is on the rise, vampires with ice-cold blood in their veins rule the streets, and war is brewing...

When her beloved father was assassinated, Lady Aramina swore revenge. The man responsible is well beyond her grasp, but his dangerously seductive heir, Leo Barrons, is fair game. When a bit of political intrigue gives Mina the evidence she needs to prove Leo is illegitimate, she has the means to destroy both the killer and his son—a man who troubles her heart and tempts her body.

A woman of mystery, Mina's long driven Leo crazy with glimpses of a fiery passion that lurks beneath her icy veneer. He knows she's hiding something, and he's determined to unravel her layer by silken layer. He just doesn't expect the beautiful liar to be the key to overthrowing the corrupt prince consort...or to saving his own carefully walled-off heart.

The stakes have never been higher: Mina has sworn revenge for her father's death, but the man she plans to destroy could be her own undoing...or the salvation of all London.

Ratings and reviews

McMaster writes in a polished yet fun & inviting style that really allows you to enter the story full force. She brings her work to life in the most unique of ways. The storyline kept me hooked with plot twists galore, yet never throwing anything at me out of left field. McMaster uses intrigue to her advantage in this intricately crafted tale, ratchetting up the suspense throughout. Her narrative and descriptive style brings this Steampunk world to life in a very vivid manner. The cast in this novel was well developed. They were the perfect individuals for this tale, making an enjoyable story even better. The interactions between the characters are exciting, tension filling the air until it is palpable. Chemistry & enmity vie for a place while the characters win your heart. Although these characters are ultimately introduced earlier in the series, it’s not strictly necessary to have read the entire series to enjoy their story here to the utmost. This fast paced, wildly imaginative tale will take you on a trip like no other. It’s a fantastic read for those looking for something out of the ordinary.

About the author

Bec lives in a small town in country Victoria and grew up with her nose in a book. A member of RWA, RWA (Australia) and RWNZ, she writes sexy, dark paranormals and steampunk romance. When not writing, reading, or poring over travel brochures, she loves spending time with her very own hero or daydreaming about new worlds.