So this was a weird book. It's a steampunk, and parts of the steampunk work very well, while others are questionable. 
 I remember enjoying the story, but in a kind of detached way. It also didn't turn out to be overly memorable (I have difficulty recalling the intricacies of the story now) which is why it gets three stars. 
 The story leaves off in such a position, though, that it is simply not possible to not read the second book upon its release.