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HAWTHORNE: Chronicles of the Brass Hand - Mystirio Astronomiki Hardcover – January 22, 2016

by Christopher C. Meeker (Author)
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 44 ratings
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HAWTHORNE: Chronicles of the Brass Hand is the story of young Edgar J. Hawthorne as he sets out on a journey to the Royal Observatory at the Cape of Good Hope, South Africa. His mission: to investigate the Great Moon Hoax of 1835. Traveling with the Royal Air Brigade on the Stratos, Edgar and the crew are attacked. Outnumbered the Stratos is forced down into the deep jungles of Africa. In the attempt to discover the truth behind the attack Edgar unearths a secret so colossal and far-reaching that it will change his life forever.
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  1. Reading age
    1 year and up
  2. Book 1 of 1
    Chronicles of the Brass Hand
  3. Print length
    190 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Dimensions
    6 x 0.56 x 9 inches
  6. Publisher
    Lulu.com
  7. Publication date
    January 22, 2016
  8. ISBN-10
    1329828232
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1329828230
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lulu.com; First Edition (January 22, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 190 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1329828232
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1329828230
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 1 year and up
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.4 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.56 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 44 ratings

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Christopher C. Meeker

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Christopher C. Meeker is a writer, husband, and father of three based in beautiful Central New York where he enjoys the experiences of each new season, especially fall and winter.

Christopher began writing at an early age and was heavily influenced by the works of Edgar Allan Poe, H.G. Wells, Edgar Rice Burroughs and Jules Verne. Later he became drawn to the works of authors such as Arthur C. Clarke, Isaac Asimov and Ray Bradbury.

It is easy to see the influence these great writers had on Christopher as it is well-reflected in his writing, especially his latest book 'HAWTHORNE: Chronicles of the Brass Hand – Mystirio Astronomiki' which is currently available in both electronic and paperback editions on amazon.com, barnesandnoble.com, thehawthornebooks.com, and other online retailers.

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Customers find the adventure story engaging and well-written. They describe it as an enjoyable read with a brilliant narrative voice and period inventions. The writing style is masterful, reminiscent of adventure books they grew up with.

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Customers enjoy the adventure story. They find it interesting and compelling, reminiscent of 19th-century adventure stories like Tarzan or the Mars series. The narrative style transports readers to an imaginative fantasy world and provides an immersive experience for them.

"...mystery, a struggle, heroism, exotic locals, a romantic element, a hint of magic, a fantastic airship, brutish creatures—what more could you want?..." Read more

"...was predictable (in a sort of 'hindsight is 20/20' way), was not cliche in its plot...." Read more

"Very reminiscent of a 19th Century adventure story, "Hawthorne" is like a time machine, transporting its readers to an imaginative, long-..." Read more

"...of the steampunk genre, this is a tale full of action, blending newer sci-fi elements into the mid-nineteenth century historical milieu and related..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's readability. They find it an engaging and fun read that keeps them guessing. The tone is well-done, allowing for a quick and easy reading experience.

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"...All in all... a most excellent read...." Read more

"...enough new ideas (or successfully reworks old ones) to provide a reading experience that is as novel as it is exciting...." Read more

"...: The rhythm, the verbiage, the tone are all well done and facilitate a quick read. Mr. Meeker, you paint a very pretty picture." Read more

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Customers enjoy the well-developed protagonist and mystical villains. They appreciate the brilliant narrative voice, although it can slow down reading. The story offers mystery, struggle, heroism, exotic locales, and romance.

"...A puzzle, a mystery, a struggle, heroism, exotic locals, a romantic element, a hint of magic, a fantastic airship, brutish creatures—what more could..." Read more

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Customers enjoy the writing style. They find it masterfully written, reminiscent of adventure books they grew up with. The steampunk references are well-written, and the book is written as if it took place long ago. The rhythm, verbiage, and tone are all well done and facilitate a quick read.

"...The locales and the situations are exotic and frenetic and written in a style I haven't encountered since I closeted myself in my room as an early..." Read more

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"...Steampunk references were well written. I would hope there will be a follow on book with more of the adventures of Edgar J. Hawthorne...." Read more

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  • Byron Grush
    5.0 out of 5 stars Adventure like they used to make!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2014
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    The Hawthorne Chronicles series by Christopher Meeker is a most welcome addition to the fantasy/adventure world of popular literature. I am an avid reader of many genres and enjoy science fiction and fantasy as well as historical fiction and mystery. I cut my reader’s teeth early on Edgar Rice Burroughs, H. Rider Haggard, A. Merritt and Robert W. Chambers and, having devoured everything I could find from the 30s and 40s, have hungered for that curiously rare tome that is at once familiar and yet original and compelling. This is the book and the author I’ve waited for.

    Meeker tells a story with skill and finesse and creates interesting characters you will want to hear more about (and I trust there will be further offerings in the series soon). The adventure tale is sufficiently unusual with its Victorian period inventions and mystical villains to amaze and intrigue without being trite or overly stylized. It moves along with a sort of edge-of-your-chair readability but also supplies food for thought if you’re willing to look for it. A puzzle, a mystery, a struggle, heroism, exotic locals, a romantic element, a hint of magic, a fantastic airship, brutish creatures—what more could you want? Fans of pulp fiction will appreciate Hawthorne. Younger readers (and by this I mean anyone under 50 or anyone who never read a Tarzan novel) will be introduced to a straight forward adventure that need not rely on vampires or zombies for its thrills.

    Whether or not Meeker’s writing falls under K. W. Jeter’s term, “steampunk” or not will be up to the reader. The airship, as I recall, is steam-powered. But it doesn’t matter. It is a satisfying read that will charm you and leave you asking for more. The descriptive prose will carry you into a realm where you will suspend disbelief. I recommend this book whole-heartedly and give it five bright shining stars.
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  • Michael Gunter
    4.0 out of 5 stars Hawthorne - a successor for Burroughs and Verne.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2015
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    Mr. Meeker neatly brings the story-telling styles of Burroughs, Verne, and Haggard into the 21st century. This mode of story-telling, while admittedly long-winded, is all the more realistic for that. (When was the last time YOU heard of someone editing their diary to ensure 'readability for consumers'?) As a thoroughly entrenched fan of the older works in this style, I enjoyed this refreshing return to them no end.

    Surprisingly, 'Mystirio Astronomiki', while following a course of events that was predictable (in a sort of 'hindsight is 20/20' way), was not cliche in its plot. The story is only predictable because the hero is such a predictable fellow. I can't image the good Edgar Hawthorne doing anything BUT what he does, because if he did, he wouldn't be Edgar Hawthorne. The story itself is both old and new, with new variations on old tunes. If Mr. Meeker were a musician, listeners would not boo and hiss because they recognized extant themes; they'd cheer because the new variations give fresh life to old (but dear) melodies.

    Possibly the best part of the entire story was the ending, which was a plot twist I've never seen in a book of this genre before. (I applaud, Mr. Meeker) The antagonist, the 'Egyptian', had his origins in a quite surprising place, certain original enough to entirely overshadow any minor cliches found elsewhere.

    However, I did find a few problems with the book, none of which were with the story or the telling. 'Hawthorne: Mystirio Astronimiki' would not be the worse for a bit of editing, since there are a few places where the author stumbled over the antique phrasing. The other problem, was some of the longer sentences. Mr. Hawthorne is rather fond of run-on sentences when excited, Mr. Meeker; you really should take him to task over the subject. (If a re-edited version of this book released, I'll be happy to withdraw this minor complaints and give it a full five-star review, by the way)

    All in all... a most excellent read. The fact that Burroughs and Verne are no longer in any condition to write new stories is a big problem for me, but I may have discovered an author who can continue to fill my shelves beside them.
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  • Encuentro
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Thrilling, Old-Fashioned Adventure Tale!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2017
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    Very reminiscent of a 19th Century adventure story, "Hawthorne" is like a time machine, transporting its readers to an imaginative, long-forgotten time. Christopher C. Meeker has done a marvelous job of capturing the narrative style of a 19th Century writer. One would be hard-pressed to find a contemporary writer to equal the authenticity of this 19th Century narrative style.

    A roller-coaster ride of a story, "Hawthorne" follows the adventures of Edgar Hawthorne, sent by his father to investigate a remarkable discovery at an observatory in South Africa. The journey doesn't go as planned, as Edgar and his companions aboard the airship Stratos find themselves traversing the jungles of Africa in search of provisions. It is in these jungles that Edgar stumbles upon a discovery that will challenge what he believes to be true and pushes the course of his adventure in a direction he is not prepared to go in.

    The story is fast-paced, moving swiftly from thrilling moment to the next. The protagonist is well-developed. Edgar is a character with a backstory that readers can sympathize with. However, Edgar's backstory does more than just provide readers with a sense of who the character is and where he comes from. It actually pushes the story forward in a way that readers might not expect.

    An adventure story told as if written in the 19th Century, "Hawthorne" is a blast! The narrative style transports the reader to a place they can only get to if told by a 19th Century writer or by a writer with the skills of Christopher C. Meeker. Finding a writer that can recreate the style of a 19th Century writer as authentically as Christopher C. Meeker has done would be a tall order.
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  • Orson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great steampunk adventure!
    Reviewed in Canada on November 21, 2019
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    Well researched and well written. Looking forward to more.
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  • Stephen L Wright
    5.0 out of 5 stars Captures the style and atmosphere of a rollicking good 19th Century adventure novel
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 5, 2018
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    I grew up reading novels such as 'The Lost World' and 'Journey To The Centre Of The Earth'. Christopher Meeker has captured the time, atmosphere and language of those novels and their contemporaries. If you're not used to that style then it will take a while to get your brain working with it but don't give up, keep going you won't be disappointed. I'm looking forward to the sequel.
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  • lisa harborne
    4.0 out of 5 stars A good book full of adventure and life
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 7, 2018
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    A good book full of adventure and life. The only downfall I felt was that it could be a little over descriptive. Worth a read xxx
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  • M. Costas
    5.0 out of 5 stars First person narrative done right
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 3, 2015
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    There's much to enjoy here, wether it's the writer's prose, the action, the mystery, it's all there. Right after the intro it's hard to put down.
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