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3.89 AVERAGE
3.89 AVERAGE
adventurous
funny
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
I love the Parasol Protectorate universe Gail has created in these books. The characters are hilarious, delightful, and run the gamut of personalities and persuasions. And a mystery that can stump even the intrepid Alexia Maccon? A juicy story indeed! Following the trail of a "mass humanity" incident to her husband's old pack in the Scottish highlands revisits a fun character from the Finishing School series (years later, mind you) and introduces several other new and fascinating characters along the way. Madame LeFoux is a delightful conundrum to Alexia, and watching the Frenchwoman flummox Alexia with her flirting was fun to watch.
The mass humanity incident being related to a mummified preternatural was a fun twist, but what threw me for a loop was that ending revelation and argument that followed. While I do fully understand Connell's confusion and disbelief that the child could be his, the vitriol he spat at Alexia and his dismissal of anything she might say to defend herself was horrific and left such a sour taste in my mouth as a reader.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Gun violence, Sexual content, Pregnancy
The second in the Alexia Tarabotti series is a funny, action filled ride that I enjoyed greatly; a laugh-out-loud kind of book, with sophisticated humor, captivating characters and a world that doesn't cease to intrigue.
What I loved most about this book, to be honest, was watching Conall and Alexia as a married couple. I loved watching how she etched herself into his world, and how adorable they're together. They have this effortless connection, where they just gravitate toward one another.
It was also intriguing to learn of Conall's past and meet with his original pack and family. It's something I've been looking forward to since book 1, and I like the conclusion of that whole arc. Now back to London, you!
Most note-worthy new character is Madame Lefoux; a sienticst, a hat-maker and a interesting person who rather wear men's clothing than women's. Which as modern women, we can totally understand.
The ending to this book is remarkably sad.
What I loved most about this book, to be honest, was watching Conall and Alexia as a married couple. I loved watching how she etched herself into his world, and how adorable they're together. They have this effortless connection, where they just gravitate toward one another.
It was also intriguing to learn of Conall's past and meet with his original pack and family. It's something I've been looking forward to since book 1, and I like the conclusion of that whole arc. Now back to London, you!
Most note-worthy new character is Madame Lefoux; a sienticst, a hat-maker and a interesting person who rather wear men's clothing than women's. Which as modern women, we can totally understand.
The ending to this book is remarkably sad.
I strongly advice against reading book 2 without having book 3 ready at hand as well, because the story just begins at the end of this book, and trust me; you'll want to know what happens next.
A goodstart but didn't keep it up. Not for me i guess
Husband goes down and it's finally time to act, what were you waiting for woman? Oh, and the baby issue, well, magic is might and trust is something that's usually included in the job description, 'hubby', give it a try, will you?
What a cliffhanger! I love Alexia and Conall's relationship. Her independence and his gruff yet respectful stance seem very similar to the way wives and husbands interact in modern time. I will definitely reserve book 3.
I enjoyed CHANGELESS every bit as much as SOULLESS, and started reading BLAMELESS immediately upon completion.
In retrospect, and without going into detail, (if you want details, read the book) there is one thing I should have, perhaps, foreseen. I didn't because I was too wrapped up in the story. I'm usually better at picking up on these things.
In retrospect, and without going into detail, (if you want details, read the book) there is one thing I should have, perhaps, foreseen. I didn't because I was too wrapped up in the story. I'm usually better at picking up on these things.
All that mystery and mayhem and Alexia is so fiesty. There are wonderful side characters and hopefully LeFoux stays around for a long time because I love her.
bought for kindle
Very good, but the end threw me for a loop. But then, I did buy the next book immediately and start reading it at 11:00 at night when I should have been sleeping. Well played, Gail Carriger, well played.
Very good, but the end threw me for a loop. But then, I did buy the next book immediately and start reading it at 11:00 at night when I should have been sleeping. Well played, Gail Carriger, well played.