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She thought there was something wrong with her. She was right.
Finley Jayne has known for quite some time that she isn’t ‘normal,’ but when she beats up the son of her employer and is forced to flee, she stumbles into a world where there are bigger freaks than her. They take her in, treat...
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This book begins by introducing Finley and showing her power. You see her kick some major butt, then you're introduced the her problem because the guy was a noble and she'll be arrested. You then meet Griffin and see him help her. Throughout the book Finley and Griffin have a small romance... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)
Characters edit
- Finley Jayne: Lead character. Sixteen year old working class girl in Victorian England. She is the daughter of the man who inspired the story of Jekyll and Hyde so she is dealing with a darker side of herself that has come about.
- Griffin King: Orphaned Duke of Greythorne. He's one of the most popular and rich among the society. And also very different...
- Sam: Griffin's best friend. Recently attacked by an automaton and is dealing with the trauma. Finds comfort in a stranger who has a robotic arm and can relate to how he is feeling.
- Emily: Third part of Griffin's circle. A genious and inventor, and Irish red head.
- Leonardo Garibaldi: A new friend of Sam's. Has a robotic arm so Sam can relate to him.
- Jack Dandy: Ruler of London's shadowy underworld and has an interest in Finley.
- Felix August-Raynes: A rich boy known for being a trouble maker.
- Lady Cordelia Marsden: The Duke's Aunt and only Family left
- Jasper Renn: An American cowboy with a big secret & a little crush on Emily.
- Madame Tussaud: Not really in the book, although her wax museum is featured.
- Cordelia: Griffin's aunt. Lady Marsden.
- Thomas Sheppard: Long dead father of Finley.
- Mary: Add a description of this character.
- Mr. White
- Mrs. Dodsworth: Housekeeper for Greythorne Manor
- The Machinist: A criminal mastermind who is behind many automaton crimes throughout London.
First Sentence edit
The moment she saw the young man walking down the darkened hall toward her, twirling his walking stick, Finley Jayne knew she'd be unemployed before the sun rose.
Table of Contents edit
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Series & Lists edit
This is book 1 of 3 in Steampunk Chronicles. (standard series)
Preceded by The Strange Case of Finley Jayne, and followed by The Girl in the Clockwork Collar.
Authors & Contributors edit
- Kady Cross (Author)
First Edition edit
Original Language: English
Publisher: Harlequin Teen
Country: USA
Publication Date: May 24, 2011
ISBN: 9780373210336
Page Count: 473
Publisher: Harlequin Teen
Country: USA
Publication Date: May 24, 2011
ISBN: 9780373210336
Page Count: 473
Classification edit
- Library of Congress: PZ
- Dewey: 813.6
Notes for Parents edit
Reading Level: Young AdultsViolence abounds but is not overly graphic. One attempted assault at the beginning of the book, but again not overly graphic. Few kisses exchanged. Recommended: Grades 7 and up.
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