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3.87 AVERAGE
3.87 AVERAGE
3.5 stars
Charlie continues to be a super engaging heroine and Lincoln a decent enough hero, but the over all with a lot more page time spent on the various familial relationships and related angst than the convoluted plot. Although the murder that drove the plot is solved, the major strings are left hanging. The villains are clear enough, it's just a matter of how they will be defeated.
A little less familial angst, the author could have wrapped the major plot lines in this vol.
Having made it this far, I'll go on to book nine because Charlie has earned her HEA.
Charlie continues to be a super engaging heroine and Lincoln a decent enough hero, but the over all with a lot more page time spent on the various familial relationships and related angst than the convoluted plot. Although the murder that drove the plot is solved, the major strings are left hanging. The villains are clear enough, it's just a matter of how they will be defeated.
A little less familial angst, the author could have wrapped the major plot lines in this vol.
Having made it this far, I'll go on to book nine because Charlie has earned her HEA.
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Ok so 5 stars for setting they went to the Isle Of Wight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My HOOOMEMME!!!!
And they even stayed at the fountain... one of my locals!!!!! I used to work in a restaranut a few doors down!!!
And Osborne house... We used to do school trips there every season lol
So was really excited... Surprised Charlie didn't see any ghosts as it is known as Ghost island but was so excited to see it in a book!
The story was interesting i think we will probably have a few more issues resolved in the next book
And they even stayed at the fountain... one of my locals!!!!! I used to work in a restaranut a few doors down!!!
And Osborne house... We used to do school trips there every season lol
So was really excited... Surprised Charlie didn't see any ghosts as it is known as Ghost island but was so excited to see it in a book!
The story was interesting i think we will probably have a few more issues resolved in the next book
The story was okay, but I don't know I feel like we're repeating a lot of the same material with some new plot elements. And honestly I still don't feel like Lincoln is a great character.
First of all Charlie lived on the streets for five years with prostitutes and criminals all around her. So why at the party which was clearly not your average party, was she so naively awkward at times that is was cringe worthy. It was like the whole evening flew right over her head. She may not have participated in the act herself, but with her life experiences she shouldn't have been able to miss the innuendo. Next the things I loved about this character, her disregard for convention, her quick wit and willingness to always speak up for herself seems to be disappearing all together. Charlie may be the supposed lady of the house but Lady Vickers is the lady in charge. And when she's not Lincoln's making decisions for her. Has it occurred to anyone that Charlie would never have been taken at gunpoint if Fitzroy hadn't forced the coachman to take her away? Seriously has anyone else noticed the recurring theme that every time Fitzroy sends her off to keep her "safe" she ends up being attacked or kidnapped or taken hostage? Is he stupid because it's like he's constantly missing the trend?
The only thing that has ever interested me about her relationship with Fitzroy was her desire to remain and independent woman and him allowing it for all his blustering, but now he's going behind her back to keep her safe, ordering her away and generally just being an idiot.
Not to mention the whole the bad guy wins thing in this book. The council has become ridiculous, Julia is cavorting with their enemies and no one is doing anything about it. She should have been removed when she allowed Charlie to be kidnapped in order to protect her own secrets and yet they continue to let her wreak havoc with knowledge she's not mature enough to be privy to, and the royal involvement twist is just making it worse.
My biggest interest in this book is the escalation of Alice's plotline but even that is soured by the fact that Lincoln wants to send her away to keep Charlie safe enough though Charlie is the one who wants her there and she's Charlie's friend. It's like he's forcing her to choose between love and friendship and that's NOT love.
There were parts of this book that were interesting, but I'll be honest I leave the 8th installment of the series more frustrated than anything else and hope for a better outcome in book nine.
First of all Charlie lived on the streets for five years with prostitutes and criminals all around her. So why at the party which was clearly not your average party, was she so naively awkward at times that is was cringe worthy. It was like the whole evening flew right over her head. She may not have participated in the act herself, but with her life experiences she shouldn't have been able to miss the innuendo. Next the things I loved about this character, her disregard for convention, her quick wit and willingness to always speak up for herself seems to be disappearing all together. Charlie may be the supposed lady of the house but Lady Vickers is the lady in charge. And when she's not Lincoln's making decisions for her. Has it occurred to anyone that Charlie would never have been taken at gunpoint if Fitzroy hadn't forced the coachman to take her away? Seriously has anyone else noticed the recurring theme that every time Fitzroy sends her off to keep her "safe" she ends up being attacked or kidnapped or taken hostage? Is he stupid because it's like he's constantly missing the trend?
The only thing that has ever interested me about her relationship with Fitzroy was her desire to remain and independent woman and him allowing it for all his blustering, but now he's going behind her back to keep her safe, ordering her away and generally just being an idiot.
Not to mention the whole the bad guy wins thing in this book. The council has become ridiculous, Julia is cavorting with their enemies and no one is doing anything about it. She should have been removed when she allowed Charlie to be kidnapped in order to protect her own secrets and yet they continue to let her wreak havoc with knowledge she's not mature enough to be privy to, and the royal involvement twist is just making it worse.
My biggest interest in this book is the escalation of Alice's plotline but even that is soured by the fact that Lincoln wants to send her away to keep Charlie safe enough though Charlie is the one who wants her there and she's Charlie's friend. It's like he's forcing her to choose between love and friendship and that's NOT love.
There were parts of this book that were interesting, but I'll be honest I leave the 8th installment of the series more frustrated than anything else and hope for a better outcome in book nine.
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I am enjoying this series! It's fast pace! Fun paranormal Mystery! Now that Lincoln and Charlotte have announced their engagement everyone is ready to celebrate. Unfortunately, a man is found dead and witnesses say he was attacked by a large dog. When Lincoln questions the shapeshifters, he finds out there is another pack in London. Charlie is confronted by the rabbit from Alice and Wonderland. Seth's in love! What's next? I can't wait to Read the next book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
More shapeshifters. This book felt more like a filler. But at least we’re getting to know some characters more.
adventurous
dark
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Veiled in Moonlight
The Ministry of Curiosities, Book 8
I Picked Up This Book Because: Continue the series.
Media Type: Audiobook
Source: Hoopla via P Public Library
Dates Read: 6/9/22 - 6/11/22
Stars: 4 Stars
Narrator(s): Shiromi Arserio
The Characters:
Charlotte “Charlie” Holloway:
Lincoln Fitzroy:
Gus, Cook, Lord Vickers, the Butler, Lady Vickers, Alice, various new household staff and the regular annoying people who make up the ministry
The Story:
I am heavily invested in this series and I don’t see that changing any time soon. I love Charlie and her relationship with not only Lincoln but with the rest of the household too. Also, the amount of the people in this home just continues to grow and I’m impressed how the author keeps the occupants together not just out of necessity but also out of love. Even if some members are harder to love than others.
The Random Thoughts
The Ministry of Curiosities, Book 8
I Picked Up This Book Because: Continue the series.
Media Type: Audiobook
Source: Hoopla via P Public Library
Dates Read: 6/9/22 - 6/11/22
Stars: 4 Stars
Narrator(s): Shiromi Arserio
The Characters:
Charlotte “Charlie” Holloway:
Lincoln Fitzroy:
Gus, Cook, Lord Vickers, the Butler, Lady Vickers, Alice, various new household staff and the regular annoying people who make up the ministry
The Story:
I am heavily invested in this series and I don’t see that changing any time soon. I love Charlie and her relationship with not only Lincoln but with the rest of the household too. Also, the amount of the people in this home just continues to grow and I’m impressed how the author keeps the occupants together not just out of necessity but also out of love. Even if some members are harder to love than others.
The Random Thoughts