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heyashes's review against another edition
3.0
This book very much reads like a Sherlock Holmes fanfiction, complete with the "author's notes (a/n)" that we all are familiar with from our days at fanfiction.net...
Even so, this was a cute story about a found family of monster girls that kept me entertained the whole way through. This book would be a perfect beach or vacation read- just enough plot to keep you entertained, but not so much that you'll be dwelling on it while trying to enjoy your vacation. I'll definitely be keeping my eyes open for the sequels for just this purpose.
Even so, this was a cute story about a found family of monster girls that kept me entertained the whole way through. This book would be a perfect beach or vacation read- just enough plot to keep you entertained, but not so much that you'll be dwelling on it while trying to enjoy your vacation. I'll definitely be keeping my eyes open for the sequels for just this purpose.
chinacatsun76's review against another edition
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.0
Great concept, but way, way too long.
johnnyv09's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
It was a good book that’s written as a biography/ memoirs based on a groups of ‘monsters’ set in 1890’s (Victorian England). The story follows a group of women who all found something in common regarding there lives all but 2 of them where the results of scientific experiments from mad scientists such as Frankenstein, Moreau, Rappicini and, Jekkyl and Hyde.
The book also contains 4th wall breaking elements which were a bit of a hit and a miss at times. But those 4th wall conversations were sometimes funny.
agrinczel's review against another edition
3.0
2.5 stars. I almost abandoned this one, but started liking some of the characters; but then it got very weird. It was okay but I won’t be reading any others in the series.
meghan_yoder's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
briarcrawford's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death
Moderate: Sexism
Minor: Infidelity and Suicide
There was implied tampering of birth control in a backstory, as well as implied sexual assault of characters in backstories. Two dogs die.heather_boo's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 stars. I thought this was brilliant fun! This is a YA mystery story that brings together recognizable characters from many favorite classics. I did not have any idea going into the story what it was about, but quickly we were off to 221 B Baker St. after a murder. I’d know that address anywhere: Sherlock Holmes! With many nods to Mary Shelley, incorporation of Dr. Moreau and his creatures, Jekyll and Hyde, and a fly obsessed Renfield (who will end up in a straight jacket no matter what book he is in), this is a story for book lovers.
The cast of characters that is formed during book 1 are unique in their attributes. At first, I thought the book should have ended quickly after the climax, but then I realized I was the enjoying the womens’ company, and the set up for book 2.
One of the most unique aspects of the books is the interjection of the characters who are commenting on the story as it’s being written. Sometimes they criticize what the author is writing, sometimes they are flattered, but always their personalities shine through, and it’s entertaining to watch them reflecting on the adventure.
The cast of characters that is formed during book 1 are unique in their attributes. At first, I thought the book should have ended quickly after the climax, but then I realized I was the enjoying the womens’ company, and the set up for book 2.
One of the most unique aspects of the books is the interjection of the characters who are commenting on the story as it’s being written. Sometimes they criticize what the author is writing, sometimes they are flattered, but always their personalities shine through, and it’s entertaining to watch them reflecting on the adventure.
tennilles's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75