Elle and her husband, Marsh, have been through a lot. Now that things seem to be a little safer, Elle is happily flying once more on her ships and Marsh is enjoying inventing, but the two aren't on the same page anymore. Marsh can't understand why Elle insists on flying alone, and Elle can't understand why Marsh can't understand. Their differences drive them to a fight that leaves them separated. By the time Elle comes back to apologize, Marsh has gone missing. She will soon discover that next time she sees him, his heart may be entirely be her's anymore.

A CLOCKWORK HEART by Liesel Schwarz is full of amazing steampunk and magical elements. I love how Schwarz crafts this amazing world with excellent imagery that makes you feel like you're right there with Elle. The dark, edgy feel to it is so engrossing, and it takes an incredible look at all things steampunk.

Though I love Elle's character with her spunky attitude and bravery, I often wanted to shake her at the beginning when her and Marsh are having difficulties. I love them as a couple, and I just couldn't wait for them to resolve their issues. The journey that Elle takes following their argument is exceptionally beautiful though, as she learns what it means to love someone for the long run and the tragedy of feeling that they may never be yours again. The ending certainly packs a punch with them, and I hope Schwarz answers all the burning questions behind it in the next book.

If you enjoy stories with an Oracle, danger, flying, and heartbreaking romance, A CLOCKWORK HEART is not a book to miss. As the sequel in a series, it isn't bad to read without reading the first, but to get the fullest picture, they are best read together.