Eros Element by Cecilia Dominic

An ancient energy. A daring expedition. Two misfit scientists in a race against time…

Iris McTavish always wanted to follow in her father’s footsteps. But when his sudden death leaves her household on the brink of ruin, she may have to choose an unwanted marriage over her passion of archaeology. To save her house and prove her worth, she embarks on a mysterious and dangerous expedition…

Edward Bailey’s strict scientific code holds back his anxiety and heartbreak. With his professorship and his department in danger, however, he’ll need to find the secret to turning unstable aether into limitless power. And for once, he can’t do it alone…

As Iris and Edward seek out hidden clues, they’re hunted by clockwork spies and a shadowy society. During their dash across Europe, the misfit explorers must work together to discover the truth if they want to stay alive.