Book cover of The Clockwork Dynasty

Book description

An ingenious thriller that follows a race of human-like machines that have been hiding among us for untold centuries—from the New York Times bestselling author of Robopocalypse.

"[A] fantastic hybrid of Highlander and The Terminator…. It reads like classic steampunk on steroids." —Ernest Cline, #1 New York Times bestselling author…

When you buy books, we may earn a commission that helps keep our lights on (or join the rebellion as a member).

Why read it?

1 author picked The Clockwork Dynasty as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I went into this book without high expectations because the author was unknown to me, and it surprised me.

I read a lot of thrillers, especially techno- and sci-fi-ish thrillers, and most are fun but meh. I found this one to be really interesting, with a fresh plot idea and captivating historical settings spun together like a kaleidoscope.

It hooked me from the beginning, and then the escalation and intensity wouldn’t let me go.

If you love The Clockwork Dynasty...

Book cover of These Blue Mountains

These Blue Mountains by Sarah Loudin Thomas,

A moving story of love, betrayal, and the enduring power of hope in the face of darkness.

German pianist Hedda Schlagel's world collapsed when her fiancé, Fritz, vanished after being sent to an enemy alien camp in the United States during the Great War. Fifteen years later, in 1932, Hedda…

Want books like The Clockwork Dynasty?

Our community of 12,000+ authors has personally recommended 100 books like The Clockwork Dynasty.

Browse books like The Clockwork Dynasty

Book cover of The Cybernetic Tea Shop
Book cover of We Are Legion (We Are Bob)
Book cover of Discriminating Data: Correlation, Neighborhoods, and the New Politics of Recognition

Share your top 3 reads of 2025!

And get a beautiful page showing off your 3 favorite reads.

1,340

readers submitted
so far, will you?

📚 If you like The Clockwork Dynasty, you might also like...

Book cover of Miami Beat

Miami Beat by Jorge E. Goyanes,

Jose Castillo is a cynical, wise-cracking Cuban-American who restores classic cars. He’s also a private eye whose sarcastic ways sometimes get him into trouble.

One day, in the process of installing a four-barrel carburetor on a 1965 Mustang, into his shop walks trouble—in the shape of a mysterious, beautiful woman…

Book cover of Bruce Songs: The Music of Bruce Springsteen, Album-by-Album, Song-by-Song

Bruce Songs by Kenneth Womack,

Bruce Songs is an authoritative guide that offers an in-depth exploration of Bruce Springsteen's musical legacy. Covering Springsteen's entire discography, from "Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J." to "Only the Strong Survive", this unique book combines historical context, literary analysis, and meticulous research.

Unlike any other resource, it provides detailed analyses…

5 book lists we think you will like!