If you’ve stumbled upon this fantastic short story, you are in for a treat! It’s intelligent, steamy and shimmers with holiday lore. I had read a handful of Anne’s books prior to this one, but felt the overwhelming need to purchase the rest of Anne’s collection (all 12) and binge accordingly. I wasn’t disappointed, only sad that I’m still not immersed in her Elemental Steampunk World! <3

Evie Brown is an academic librarian at the renowned Lister Institute. She has dreams of heading her own projects but is limited by the times, prejudices and family obligations to a sick father she desperately wishes to cure. There’s a certain young botanist who’s captured her fancy and they’ve been given a project to work on together. Yet all is not rosy as Evie has an unwanted and undaunted supercilious and sinister man seeking her attentions and an opportunity has come up for her to study at Oxford. Christmas has brought many surprises this year now Evie must decide how her future will unfold. Action packed adventures as Evie and Ash search for a last chance cure and explore their feelings. A mechanical squirrel, a murderer and Christmas make this an unusual and exciting tale. Love the steampunk world, the science and the old world sensibilities mixed. Absolutely love the sweet and heated romance between Evie and Ash! Wonderful story for any time of year. I received a copy from the author. This is my honest review.

A very good book. It was interesting to have a female be in a field not normally for women for that time. Evie and Ash made a great duo, personally and professionally.

Love that this takes place around the holidays and that her name is Eve. Still has a case to solve for both the main character and the queen’s agents. Still hot intimate scenes and a green house on the roof of a building?! Swoon!!! A must read.

Imaginative and entertaining read. Great characters and good story flow. Hard to put down. There is a good mix of fantasy, suspense, and romance. Like the use of mistletoe! Would recommend! I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

This book grabbed my interest from then begging. The storyline and characters are well written and developed. A great steampunk story. I recommend reading this book. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

I loved Evie. She’s a strong, intelligent and vibrant individual. I just love how knowledgeable she is and her passion for learning and solving problems. Her journey was exciting and captivating until the very end. I totally want more. Can’t wait for the next book.

A fun trip to steampunked London in Anne Renwick’s world.