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The Gangster

Magic & Steam, Book 2

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The Gangster

By: C.S. Poe
Narrated by: Declan Winters
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1881 - Special Agent Gillian Hamilton, magic caster for the Federal Bureau of Magic and Steam, has recovered from injuries obtained while in Shallow Grave, Arizona. Now back in New York City, Gillian makes an arrest on New Year’s Eve that leads to information on a gangster, known only as Tick Tock, who’s perfected utilizing elemental magic ammunition. This report complicates Gillian’s holiday plans, specifically those with infamous outlaw, Gunner the Deadly, who promised they’d ring in 1882 together.

The two men stand on the cusp of a romance that needs to be explored intimately and privately. But when Gillian’s residence is broken into by a magical mechanical man who tries to murder him on behalf of Tick Tock, he and Gunner must immediately investigate the city’s ruthless street gangs before the illegal magic becomes a threat that cannot be contained.

This might be their most wild adventure yet, but criminal undergrounds can’t compare to the dangers of the heart. Gillian must balance his career in law enforcement with his love for a vigilante, or lose both entirely.

The novel-length follow-up to The Engineer, in the exciting new steampunk series, Magic & Steam.

©2021 C.S. Poe (P)2021 C.S. Poe Crime Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Literature & Fiction Magic Romance Science Fiction Science Fiction & Fantasy Steampunk Victorian Heartfelt

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Wow! This is a good example of steampunk and fantasy done well. I love the continued world-building with its mechanical villains and magic-infused weapons - I could almost see them in my minds eye, (thanks to the writing and narration). The mystery, suspense were well written and kept me fascinated to the end (it ends on a cliffie, but you'll become as invested in the couple as I am, so it won't matter 😀).
I liked how Gillian and Gunner's relationship developed - especially Gillian finding someone to be his rock. There is a lot going on with the main characters, especially Gillian and memories of his unhappy childhood), making this a layered story. I can't wait to read/listen to the next book!
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If you have to experience the story, this is the way to do it! Declan Winters was great with the first book and excellent with this one, considering that there are more situations to deal with. I loved listening to his voice for Gunner, and the others, but Gunner....! Best of all, he conveys the atmosphere of a gas-lit 19th C New York with his tone, I really could "see" the scenery, the "mechanical man" and the other characters.
Highly recommend!!!

Brilliant steampunk adventure/romance!

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I was lucky enough to get an advance copy of this, and this is my honest review. I should begin by saying that audio books aren’t my favourite method of consuming books, or they weren’t until I heard the audio of The Engineer (prequel to this book). I found that the slower pace of listening to the words brings out the quality of the writing, and Declan Winter’s narration brings the characters to life. When I read the books, I concentrated on the plots, the settings, the action and adventure. This time, the characters of Gillian and Gunner come across so strongly. Gillian’s struggles - with everything - and Gunner’s calm competence hold the story together. Really, buy this if you can. I loved every minute.

Brilliant

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A well written story with and interesting  concept.  The characters are likeable and the narration is very good.

Enjoyable Story

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New Year's Eve, and Gunner arrives to visit Hamilton. It won't be an easy reunion. When magic, murder, and gang warfare break out, the two of them are swept into plots that threaten the stability of the city and the whole country. The weapons they defeated before have been resurrected, and men changed into actual fighting machines are joining the combat. Hamilton's old fears and nightmares are increasing their hold on him, his past is about to catch up with the future he has carved out of duty and devotion to the law. Who is creating this horror? And why? Who is to be trusted?

Man made death with magic and betrayal

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