“Gravity was something you could beat; all it took was hydrogen, hot air, or even a bit of rope. But being a girl was a miserable, never-ending struggle.”
Quote by Scott Westerfeld
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Scott Westerfeld: Leviathan Trilogy: Leviathan; Behemoth; Goliath
The Leviathan Trilogy is a science fiction series written by Scott Westerfeld. It is set in an alternate history version of World War I, where the world is divided between two factions: the Clankers, who rely on steam-powered machinery, and the Darwinists, who use genetically engineered creatures. The series follows the protagonist Deryn Sharp, a young girl posing as a boy, as she joins the crew of the airship Leviathan. The trilogy consists of three books: Leviathan, Behemoth, and Goliath, each exploring the political and social dynamics of this alternate world through the eyes of its diverse and complex characters. more
Author
Scott Westerfeld
Scott Westerfeld (born May 5, 1963) is an acclaimed American author of young adult science fiction and fantasy novels. He is best known for the "Uglies" series, a dystopian franchise that has sold millions of copies worldwide. His works often explore themes of technology, identity, and societal transformation, appealing to both teenage and adult readers. Westerfeld's wife is author Justine Larbalestier. more
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