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Philip Reeve

Mortal Engines

3.78

Part of "The Hungry City Chronicles" series

"Mortal Engines" by Philip Reeve is a thrilling and imaginative young adult novel that takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where cities are mobile and move around on giant wheels, consuming resources and smaller towns for survival. The story centers around Tom Natsworthy, a low-level citizen of the traction city of London, who finds himself thrown out of his city and on an adventure with a mysterious girl named Hester Shaw. Reeve's world-building is exceptional, creating a unique and fully realized universe with its own history, culture, and technology. The concept of mobile cities and the "predator city" lifestyle is both fascinating and terrifying, and Reeve explores the consequences of this system through the eyes of his well-developed characters. Tom and Hester's relationship is at the heart of the story, as they navigate their differences and form an unlikely alliance. The character development is well-done, and the supporting characters are equally compelling, each with their own motivations and backstories. The pacing is fast and the action is non-stop, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers engaged. Reeve's writing style is descriptive and imaginative, bringing the world of "Mortal Engines" to life in vivid detail. Overall, "Mortal Engines" is a thrilling and thought-provoking novel that will appeal to fans of dystopian fiction and adventure stories. Its unique premise, well-developed characters, and fast-paced plot make it a standout in the genre. The book is the first in a series, and readers will be eager to follow Tom and Hester's journey in the subsequent books...

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