Reviews

Alma? by Gail Carriger

faeriesparks's review against another edition

3.0

Most of this book I read while I was in a reading slump so I think that had a big impact on my rating. I did like the quirky writing. I'm still not too sure about the characters. I did enjoy Alexia's and Lord Maccon's relationship though I do wish it had been dragged out just a bit more. It wasn't exactly insta-love but it did happen quite fast and I think I would've enjoyed a bit more slowburn.

Overall this was an okay read for me, it didn't exactly blow my mind and I'm not quite sure if I will continue on with the series.

amalaswintha's review against another edition

adventurous lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

selenajean's review against another edition

2.0

It was like a boring Victorian proper English version of a Charlaine Harris novel.

yenteb's review against another edition

5.0

I've always been fascinated by Steampunk. The clothing and gadgets are gorgeous. This was my first book in the Steampunk world and I loved it! Will definitely read more of this series.

mbenzz's review against another edition

4.0

It was good! While I really did enjoy this book, I do not think I'll be continuing on with the series. One book starring Miss Alexia Tarabotti is good enough for me.

brobison's review against another edition

adventurous dark medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

lcarr3091's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

laurahappily's review against another edition

1.0

I don't feel right reviewing this book. I read about 150 pages of it before I gave up. I feel 150 pages is an honest go at the book, but it just wasn't for me. Although the narrative was light and humorous, I didn't like the roving perspectives and I couldn't connect with the main character, whose only flaws seemed to be to be too uniquely outspoken and too specially magical and too exotically curvy. Maybe I'll pick it up again at a later date, but for now it's back to the library.

a_eterno's review against another edition

funny relaxing fast-paced

3.75

definitely a fun, light read. writing was a bit anachronistic considering the time period it's supposed to reflect, but i don't think it was meant to be that serious. would've been interesting to learn more about what being soulless means in the long run/in general?

nicolerene's review against another edition

4.0

This book really surprised me. I loved the author's writing style, which was completely in tune with the language of the Victorian era. It was witty and suspenseful.