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mllecath's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
4.0
emmad'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? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
jonseyjaguar's review against another edition
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
ashe_nightwind's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
shawn1again's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
sofi_thebookishflor's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
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
5.0
sarah_moynihan's review against another edition
4.0
'Being a reveller is such a drain…
Someone is supping upon young noblemen and it’s up to Hannah and Wycliff to investigate. If only they could agree on how the men are being drained of their life’s blood. Is it a vampyre, known for their impeccable fashion sense, nocturnal roaming, and dislike of rain, who lurks in the shadows of London? Or is some more earthly method at play, like an attack of leeches?
With her best friend’s wedding imminent, Hannah is determined that the event be untouched by murder or mayhem. To ensure a magical fairytale event they must catch the murderer before the big day. Wycliff must seek the assistance of a man who raises his hackles and Hannah struggles with her growing feelings toward her guarded husband.
This pursuit will unearth long buried secrets that could have fatal consequences for those dearest to Hannah.'
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3.5 stars, rounded up to 4 stars.
Vanity and Vampyres is the fourth book in Tilly Wallace's Manners and Monsters series, which is a historical mystery series set in a London in which supernatural and magical beings co-exist within society.
This book includes one of my greatest weaknesses, a particular myth(I won't spoil which ancient civilization it hails from, but if you know me it'll be fairly obvious) incorperated into the human world and so for that right there, this book holds a special place in my heart. Why this felt like such a novelty to me when the whole series incorperates supernatural beings into the human world I couldn't say, but I was so happy to see it.
The mystery this time around was a bit odd, but it did make it so that it wasn't predictable. I was happy for that, it kept me guessing for a bit. But i will admit that it felt like the most far-fetched thus far because of a certain central aspect to it(but i will not elaborate because I do not want to give anything away.
Hannah often seems like she is stuck between two worlds, a supernatural one filled with zombies, mages, and werewolfs and which is much more her norm, but she also still holds onto a more ordinary lifestyle when she is with her best friend. This book really helps to meld those two worlds together for Hannah and I found that aspect of the story intruiging and I am now curious to see where this will take things as the series continues.
I'm glad I started the series when I did because now I only have to wait a few months until the next book is out. Waiting for books is not exactly my strong suit and I'm really looking forward reading the next in the series, Sixpence and Selkies.
Someone is supping upon young noblemen and it’s up to Hannah and Wycliff to investigate. If only they could agree on how the men are being drained of their life’s blood. Is it a vampyre, known for their impeccable fashion sense, nocturnal roaming, and dislike of rain, who lurks in the shadows of London? Or is some more earthly method at play, like an attack of leeches?
With her best friend’s wedding imminent, Hannah is determined that the event be untouched by murder or mayhem. To ensure a magical fairytale event they must catch the murderer before the big day. Wycliff must seek the assistance of a man who raises his hackles and Hannah struggles with her growing feelings toward her guarded husband.
This pursuit will unearth long buried secrets that could have fatal consequences for those dearest to Hannah.'
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3.5 stars, rounded up to 4 stars.
Vanity and Vampyres is the fourth book in Tilly Wallace's Manners and Monsters series, which is a historical mystery series set in a London in which supernatural and magical beings co-exist within society.
This book includes one of my greatest weaknesses, a particular myth(I won't spoil which ancient civilization it hails from, but if you know me it'll be fairly obvious) incorperated into the human world and so for that right there, this book holds a special place in my heart. Why this felt like such a novelty to me when the whole series incorperates supernatural beings into the human world I couldn't say, but I was so happy to see it.
The mystery this time around was a bit odd, but it did make it so that it wasn't predictable. I was happy for that, it kept me guessing for a bit. But i will admit that it felt like the most far-fetched thus far because of a certain central aspect to it(but i will not elaborate because I do not want to give anything away.
Hannah often seems like she is stuck between two worlds, a supernatural one filled with zombies, mages, and werewolfs and which is much more her norm, but she also still holds onto a more ordinary lifestyle when she is with her best friend. This book really helps to meld those two worlds together for Hannah and I found that aspect of the story intruiging and I am now curious to see where this will take things as the series continues.
I'm glad I started the series when I did because now I only have to wait a few months until the next book is out. Waiting for books is not exactly my strong suit and I'm really looking forward reading the next in the series, Sixpence and Selkies.
tinynavajo's review against another edition
5.0
*I received an ARC from the author. This in no way affects my opinions or the review of this book.*
This is such a great book and I was glad to see that this book was coming out this month after I binged the first three books in the series in the beginning months of the pandemic. It's a wonderful book in a world where the supernatural and the Regency combine to give wonderful scenarios and situations where how you would react would differ depending on what type of creature you're talking to. And I loved reading more about Hannah and Wycliff as their affections grow for each other!
This is such a great book and I was glad to see that this book was coming out this month after I binged the first three books in the series in the beginning months of the pandemic. It's a wonderful book in a world where the supernatural and the Regency combine to give wonderful scenarios and situations where how you would react would differ depending on what type of creature you're talking to. And I loved reading more about Hannah and Wycliff as their affections grow for each other!
dawn_marie's review against another edition
3.0
Vanity and Vampyres is the fourth offering in Tilly Wallace's silly (in a good way) and thoroughly entertaining Manners and Monsters series. This time Hannah and Wycliff investigate the death of several young prominent members of theton by what appears to be a vampyre. Along the way they encounter several unusual creatures and uncover some deeply held secrets.
These stories are straightforward mysteries, with clues cleverly and clearly laid out. The pacing is quick and Ms. Wallace's writing style is pleasant. This is a quick, fun read with lovely banter between the characters and subtle (not sometimes not so subtle) digs at societal norms.
These stories are straightforward mysteries, with clues cleverly and clearly laid out. The pacing is quick and Ms. Wallace's writing style is pleasant. This is a quick, fun read with lovely banter between the characters and subtle (not sometimes not so subtle) digs at societal norms.