The Hunchback Assignments by Arthur Slade 278 pages

This atmospheric novel is set in Victorian London, but the hero is nothing like Victor Hugo's hunchback. While they are both very sympathetic characters, Modo has unusual talents. He is able to temporarily change his appearance. This skill was discovered when he was quite small. He has been raised as a virtual prisoner, but taught to become a secret agent to bring down the evil Clockwork Guild. He meets and is romantically attracted to another young agent, Octavia. Together they are a successful team. Looks like this could be the beginning of a new Steampunk series.