Invention. Intrigue. Heart.Rhett Steamrun believed he had left his past behind when he journeyed to Kingsland-a city alive with steam-powered wonders and the promise of a brighter future. Gifted with an extraordinary mechanical talent, Rhett earns a coveted place at the prestigious Science Center, where innovation pushes the limits of what's possible. But beneath Kingsland's shining exterior lie secrets darker than he ever expected.Joined by a clever pickpocket, a mysterious inventor, and an extraordinary automaton, Rhett is drawn into a web of hidden truths. As he uncovers secrets tied to his mentor's past and a troubling discovery in the desolate wastes beyond the city, Rhett begins to realize that some inventions were never meant to be built. Ancient power stirs, and strange mechanical creatures may hold the key to the city's future-or its downfall.As ambition collides with loyalty, Rhett faces impossible choices: protect the people he's grown to care about or pursue a future that could change everything. Can he learn where invention ends and responsibility begins, or will Kingsland's secrets consume him?This sequel to Steamrun is a thrilling steampunk adventure filled with daring inventions, experiments gone wrong, secret societies, magic, and friendships tested-perfect for readers who love action, mystery, and heart.