Book Rec/Rev 1 - Steamborn trilogy by Eric R. Asher

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 The Steam born Trilogy by Eric R. Asher is a 3 book young adult series following two children on their quest to save their parents and city. Set in a dystopian future filled with giant bugs, deadly swarms and scheming politicians, we read as Jacob, a tinkerers apprentice, must flee his city after learning the truth behind a devastating attack. Venturing into the dessert in search of allies, this young boy must cast aside his childhood in order to survive this harsh new reality that has been forced unto him.


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