REBEL MECHANICS: ALL IS FAIR IN LOVE AND REVOLUTION, by Shanna Swenson

The story: When Verity Newton set out for New York City in 1888, she never expected to witness a train robbery on the way, experience the first ride of a mostly-illegal steam car that could possibly put magical carriages out of business, or get hired as a governess by one of the most powerful magical families in the British American colonies. But then again, nothing's quite what you'd expect in this dashing alternative history featuring steampunk and swashbucklers! If you're a sci-fi or steampunk fan, this one's for you.

June Cleaver's ratings: Language PG; Violence PG-13; Sexual content G; Nudity G; substance abuse PG-13; magic & the occult PG-13; GLBT content G; adult themes (nothing wicked, but again, difficult text and unexpected technological terms make this better for slightly older readers) PG-13; overall rating PG-13.

Liz's comments: It's true--I'm a fan of YA steampunk. Call me a weirdo. This one is very comparable to Garth Nix's "Newt's Emerald", which I also really liked, and is great for fans of Gail Carriger's "Finishing School" series.