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London Darkness Infernal Inventions eBook Christopher Stocking

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Victorian London–When Ryker Mayson comes across the dead body of a high-ranking member from the League of Inventors, his life changes forever. Murder, lies, and deceit become all too familiar as Ryker searches the dark city streets to find out who is behind these deaths, and why.

With the help of Wendell, his Gnomish best friend, Celia, his prostitute lover, and some newly made friends from the League, he scours the city in search of whomever is lurking in the shadows, slaying unsuspecting inventors for taking part in a tragic injustice.

London Darkness Infernal Inventions eBook Christopher Stocking

Excellent read!! I just finished Christopher Stocking's newest book, LONDON DARKNESS: INFERNAL INVENTIONS. This is my first foray into the world of steam punk.... and WOW!!! What a ride! Mr. Stocking has created an intricate picture of a London from a slightly different universe. I could close my eyes and walk the streets and alleys of this world and see privileged elite as well as the prostitutes and down trodden making their way through their lives.

Stocking's characters have the ability to elicit an amazing mix of emotions with both grace and ease. I found myself drawn to the flawed and brooding Ryker Mayson. I understood him more and more as Stocking provided glimpses into his dark past. Celia is a powerful mix of brains and sensuality tempered with a hint of tenderness and vulnerability. Ryker's sidekick, Wendall, had the ability to make me want to hug him and throttle him all at the same time. All of the characters of Infernal Inventions are living, breathing, misbehaving, less than perfect people that were able to make me worry and wonder about them as well love, hate, or sometimes fear them.

I found this mysterious tale of intrigue and suspense completely captivating. Hours after finishing the book, I find myself missing these new friends I have found in these pages. I can't wait to see what kind of new and interesting stories Stocking's uniquely brilliant brain produces and hopefully I'll have the opportunity to check in on the wonderful people of Infernal Inventions again as well.

Product details File Size 754 KB Print Length 155 pages Simultaneous Device Usage Unlimited Publication Date June 13, 2012 Sold by  Digital Services LLC Language English ASIN B008BO5S68

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London Darkness Infernal Inventions eBook Christopher Stocking Reviews

London Darkness is a great read for lifelong steampunk fans or newcomers to the steampunk genre. I am not super familiar with the style, but London Darkness kept my interest throughout the whole book. My mom downloaded the version, and I stole it and read it in just a under a week (1-3 hours of reading a day). Great characters, fantastic imagery (you can hear, see, smell, taste, feel ALL of your surroundings throughout, starting STRONG on the first page), and a super interesting plot. I don't want to spoil anything, but once again, for steampunk fans, I think London Darkness is a must! I can't wait for the next book.
Very entertaining. Couldn't stop reading. Very happy to hear that there is a second book. Lots of action, mystery, and overall a great plot.
One of my first introductions to steam punk and I do believe it did the genre justice. Stocking has a knack for making the background characters as likeable as the main characters. Fast paced action and a mystery to be solved on every page. The ending will *definitely* leaving you wanting the next book.
London Darkness Infernal Inventions had me hooked from the first page. My only disappointment was that it was too short! I could have stayed with Ryker and his friends, old and new, for many more chapters. Too often I find characters are lost in their own emotional turmoil and almost nonfunctional. On the contrary, that was not the case for the characters in Mr.Stocking's story. An alternative 1800's London comes alive with wonderful characters, from high society to hoodlums, and I found myself charmed and inspired on almost every page. This book leaves you wanting for more. This is something I would highly recommend to everyone. I cannot wait for the sequel.
Let me get this cat out of the bag, London Darkness Infernal Inventions is pretty darn sweet. It held my attention, moved at a fast pace without being too fast, which can breed confusion as the reader tries to keep up. It is a rollicking, dark Steampunk story worth reading. Every word of it.

This is Chris Stocking's first public foray into the genre of Steampunk (that I am aware of). Much like the genre itself, this novel is a unique mash-up of character types, settings and plot points.

In London, someone is murdering the top inventors of the League of Inventors. A violent forced brain-drain. By accident, independent inventor Ryker Mayson is swept into the plot as he celebrates his birthday. Curiosity brings Ryker out to the street to discover the first victim. From that moment on he is carried away by the rushing current of murders and related happenstance, such as his prostitute girlfriend being sold in a tavern frequented by one of the killers. A plot is uncovered that aims at the downfall of the League of Inventors and eventually all of London.

Assisting Mr. Mayson is Wendell, his Gnome sidekick and Celia the aforementioned woman of the evening and girlfriend.

The characters in this novel are all breathing, living creations. None of them are angels, but rather, flawed people in very harsh circumstances.

I was intrigued by the inclusion of Gnomes in this world. They seem to be the only Fae race, but I honestly do not know that for absolute certain. They live and work side-by-side with Humans, have the same virtues and vices. It is notable that the suggestion of a prejudice between Gnomes and Humans exists was made. At first blush, it could merely be a rivalry or jealousy over inventing skills, but it is something worth watching in any subsequent works.

The steam-powered elements are well done. Chris mixes both traditional steam with mysterious glowing power generators that radiate different colored lights. Machines are a focal point of this story and I found his interpretation of Steampunk unique and enjoyable.

The world is a darker version of itself. The crimes are horrific and as previously mentioned. The heroes are not riding in on a white horse, waving their white hats. It is a gritty urban tale of desperate people doing whatever they must to preserve their city.

If I can make the comparison, this setting is a 1800s version of London, which could easily evolve into the dystopian world in which Blade Runner (Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?) takes place.

Chris writes a fast-paced story that moves from scene to scene rapidly. His novel did not lag for me at any point. I appreciate that. There are novels that I have read where at certain points the action slows and long exposition takes place. While the writing may be eloquent and well-intentioned, breaking the pace of the story is unforgivable.

He describes the people and places of his London vividly, so much so that I have clear images in my mind.

I found a few errors. Spelling, chiefly the switching of homonyms (There and Their for example) and in one case a plural form instead of a singular one. These did not detract from the story in any way. I looked for breaks in character, storyline or main plot and did not come away with anything. Overall, this is a tight book, well written and edited.

I enjoyed reading Infernal Inventions a great deal. So much so, that I finished it in less than eight hours. Granted I had to take several breaks as life jumped in, but the story kept me more so than a lot of other novels or anthologies I have picked up recently. It is darker than what I usually read and / or write, but that is completely ok by me. I like to say, "A change is as good as a rest." This novel certainly provided a change of pace, a very welcome one.

In summary, this novel was very entertaining, fast paced and constructed beautifully. The plot was thought out and complete. The characters were interesting and wholly formed. If there is any real complaint, it is that the second novel is not out yet. I can recommend this book if you like thrilling tales, a little on the darker side. If you have an electronic reader (specifically one with the software) you have nothing to lose by downloading the sample and reading the first three or so chapters. I would suggest that you may very well find yourself hooked and ready for the rest.
Excellent read!! I just finished Christopher Stocking's newest book, LONDON DARKNESS INFERNAL INVENTIONS. This is my first foray into the world of steam punk.... and WOW!!! What a ride! Mr. Stocking has created an intricate picture of a London from a slightly different universe. I could close my eyes and walk the streets and alleys of this world and see privileged elite as well as the prostitutes and down trodden making their way through their lives.

Stocking's characters have the ability to elicit an amazing mix of emotions with both grace and ease. I found myself drawn to the flawed and brooding Ryker Mayson. I understood him more and more as Stocking provided glimpses into his dark past. Celia is a powerful mix of brains and sensuality tempered with a hint of tenderness and vulnerability. Ryker's sidekick, Wendall, had the ability to make me want to hug him and throttle him all at the same time. All of the characters of Infernal Inventions are living, breathing, misbehaving, less than perfect people that were able to make me worry and wonder about them as well love, hate, or sometimes fear them.

I found this mysterious tale of intrigue and suspense completely captivating. Hours after finishing the book, I find myself missing these new friends I have found in these pages. I can't wait to see what kind of new and interesting stories Stocking's uniquely brilliant brain produces and hopefully I'll have the opportunity to check in on the wonderful people of Infernal Inventions again as well.