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Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Readers' Favorite
Dirt Town by Paula Baker and Aidan Davies delivers a steampunk fantasy that will appeal to fans of YA fantasy and adventure. Dr. Aldrich Durante lives a life of privilege in a city where magic dictates destiny and robots enforce a rigid hierarchy. But when he meets Fia, a mage and orphan from the oppressed slums of Dirt Town, it shatters his protected reality. Their paths cross in a desperate rescue mission, forcing Aldrich to confront the brutal injustice veiled by his comfortable existence. Torn between his privileged world and the fight for freedom, Aldrich joins Fia, igniting a rebellion against the corrupt Magisters who wield magic as a tool of oppression. The revolution could bring change, but it will be costly. Can Dr. Aldrich and Fia muster the courage to move forward in the struggle for change?
Paula Baker and Aidan Davies introduce readers to a setting with compelling dystopian elements, a world where the few dominate and the poor are oppressed. Weaving the elements of magic and advanced technology into the narrative elevates the fantasy quality of the narrative. The characters are fully drawn, and their character arcs are impeccably handled. Dr. Aldrich’s transformation is ignited by his confrontation with the struggles of those in society's lower, if not the lowest, rung. The writing in Dirt Town is excellent, punctuated by vivid imagery and engaging dialogue. The conflict is explored at multiple levels, from hard, personal choices to the collective struggle for freedom. With well-crafted streams-of-consciousness, exquisite writing, and a detailed setting, this book will delight fans of steampunk fantasy.
