Fun! 
 Yeah, I have to say I am not much of a steam punk fan, but this one really hit the spot for me. I really did enjoy it. A grand character list with very very different personalities, so much so you have to laugh at the author for not creating any like people. There is certainly some cheesiness in the character dialogue and bravado isn't in short supply, but it works with the story that doesn't seem to take itself too seriously. 
 The story is very well paced, in fact a little frantic, but interspersed with quieter moments to catch your breath. But it is definitely a adventure story, with heroes, villains and a motley crew in between. I am jumping straight into book two because right now, a fast paced action book is exactly what I want.