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4.12 AVERAGE
4.12 AVERAGE
Non-Spoiler Zone:
After the disappointment with Escaping From Houdini my hopes for Capturing the Devil were wavering. I put off reading this book for awhile out of fear that I would be disappointed. I can gladly say that this book was captivating and I wound up reading it in a few days timed because I was so mesmerized by the events taking place within the story. It tied in all of the books in the series perfectly.
5/5 Stars!
Spoiler Zone Below Beware :)
I found the mystery to be intriguing. I figured it out halfway through due to prior knowledge of the H.H.Holmes Murders I had it figured out at the half waypoint. I don't find this to be a bad thing though, because seeing as the description of the book makes it clear that the story would revolve around the infamous murder castle run by H.H.Holmes during the Chicago World's Fair. Seeing as it dealt with a known serial killer who isn't a mystery by today's standards, Kerri Maniscalco set it up well. Giving us reader the slightest glimpse of H.H.Holmes on page one. When I connected the dots I excitedly flipped back to the beginning of the book just to marvel at the subtle integration and hints towards the murder.
This book also continued to develop the ever-growing relationship between Audrey Rose and Thomas. The book delivered the heartache and joy to be expected. Including some additional steam which was surprising but not disappointing!
The book also shows the strength of Audrey Rose after everything she has been through and makes her the hero. I enjoy that her and Thomas's relationship is full of balance. It isn't one of those stories where the girl Always needs to be saved by her love interest. Instead, there is equal time throughout the series where they save each other. It's never too much of one or the other.
The twists that the story pulled worked, seeing as the books before this have laid out the sketchiness of Thomas's father so when the secret engagement is revealed and is a work of Thomas's father it is a surprise but one that worked because of the setup.
Overall this is a fantastic wrap up to a spectacular series.
After the disappointment with Escaping From Houdini my hopes for Capturing the Devil were wavering. I put off reading this book for awhile out of fear that I would be disappointed. I can gladly say that this book was captivating and I wound up reading it in a few days timed because I was so mesmerized by the events taking place within the story. It tied in all of the books in the series perfectly.
5/5 Stars!
Spoiler Zone Below Beware :)
Spoiler
I found the mystery to be intriguing. I figured it out halfway through due to prior knowledge of the H.H.Holmes Murders I had it figured out at the half waypoint. I don't find this to be a bad thing though, because seeing as the description of the book makes it clear that the story would revolve around the infamous murder castle run by H.H.Holmes during the Chicago World's Fair. Seeing as it dealt with a known serial killer who isn't a mystery by today's standards, Kerri Maniscalco set it up well. Giving us reader the slightest glimpse of H.H.Holmes on page one. When I connected the dots I excitedly flipped back to the beginning of the book just to marvel at the subtle integration and hints towards the murder.
This book also continued to develop the ever-growing relationship between Audrey Rose and Thomas. The book delivered the heartache and joy to be expected. Including some additional steam which was surprising but not disappointing!
The book also shows the strength of Audrey Rose after everything she has been through and makes her the hero. I enjoy that her and Thomas's relationship is full of balance. It isn't one of those stories where the girl Always needs to be saved by her love interest. Instead, there is equal time throughout the series where they save each other. It's never too much of one or the other.
The twists that the story pulled worked, seeing as the books before this have laid out the sketchiness of Thomas's father so when the secret engagement is revealed and is a work of Thomas's father it is a surprise but one that worked because of the setup.
Overall this is a fantastic wrap up to a spectacular series.
I really loved this book it was the best finale to a series I have ever read. I loved the characters even more in this book I especially loved Audrey Rose and Thomas and I really loved their romance it was sweet and one of the best book romances I have ever read. They would do anything for each other their relationship has come so far from where it was in the beginning of the series there is not a couple more made for each other than Audrey Rose and Thomas. I really liked the plot of the book with it starting on them getting ready for their marriage and then moving on to a murder mystery with a few road blocks along the way. I really loved how it ended it was so picture perfect I could not think of a more perfect way for their story to come to a close. So overall I loved this book looking forward to whatever the author writes next.
I have no idea how I did it.
When will authors learn that ret-conning your books is a waste of time. We will never forget.
I DID like Thomas being sexily concerned over his poor girl and giving her a limp and keeping her as bad ass as she is.
As for the story as a whole, lacking. :(
When will authors learn that ret-conning your books is a waste of time. We will never forget.
I DID like Thomas being sexily concerned over his poor girl and giving her a limp and keeping her as bad ass as she is.
As for the story as a whole, lacking. :(
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
mysterious
tense
slow-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:
No
A tale of sleuths from Victorian England as they make their was to the Americas for the World’s Fair! I love the tie in here between two serial killers. It’s creative and it works!
Just to be clear, most of my review applies toward the other books in this series. I’m just too lazy to repeat myself for three other books.
The main female protagonist is everything that modern women want: strong willed, independent, and intelligent. Audrey Rose is endearing because she lets her mind wander sometimes too. Her slightly wild imagination makes her relatable. I remember being her age and feeling the same way.
I wish I could say that all men were are supportive as her partner in crime. Thomas lets her take the lead always. It never seems to bother him that she is the knight in shining armor. If anything, it amuses him. His tendency towards self flattery (not entirely obnoxiously) also makes him charming and endearing. It’s hard not to snicker/snort at him every once in a while. Their relationship is the stuff women want. Maniscalco certainly knows “the female gaze.” She hit the nail on the head there.
My one complaint about this book in particular is that the end seemed to come on a little fast. The shift from having some information to enough to solve the mystery seemed somewhat abrupt. It doesn’t detract from the story as much as it ends the book too quickly.
The series is most certainly a YA book. I enjoyed it immensely. If I’m being honest, I liked the spice in Maniscalco’s other novels. Which I never thought I’d say. Yet, here we are. This book is an excellent option for the 15-18yo crowd who might not be old enough for such hot temps.
Just to be clear, most of my review applies toward the other books in this series. I’m just too lazy to repeat myself for three other books.
The main female protagonist is everything that modern women want: strong willed, independent, and intelligent. Audrey Rose is endearing because she lets her mind wander sometimes too. Her slightly wild imagination makes her relatable. I remember being her age and feeling the same way.
I wish I could say that all men were are supportive as her partner in crime. Thomas lets her take the lead always. It never seems to bother him that she is the knight in shining armor. If anything, it amuses him. His tendency towards self flattery (not entirely obnoxiously) also makes him charming and endearing. It’s hard not to snicker/snort at him every once in a while. Their relationship is the stuff women want. Maniscalco certainly knows “the female gaze.” She hit the nail on the head there.
My one complaint about this book in particular is that the end seemed to come on a little fast. The shift from having some information to enough to solve the mystery seemed somewhat abrupt. It doesn’t detract from the story as much as it ends the book too quickly.
The series is most certainly a YA book. I enjoyed it immensely. If I’m being honest, I liked the spice in Maniscalco’s other novels. Which I never thought I’d say. Yet, here we are. This book is an excellent option for the 15-18yo crowd who might not be old enough for such hot temps.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Not on the same level.
I have loved the three other books in this series but I found this one severely missing suspense and mystery. Far too much of the book focused on the main characters relationship and it really ruined it for me.
I have loved the three other books in this series but I found this one severely missing suspense and mystery. Far too much of the book focused on the main characters relationship and it really ruined it for me.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-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
I loved the first three books, this one was just too slow, had too many conflicts that weren’t necessary and Audrey Rose was very annoying to me in this book. I love the author and the plot and the characters in the books before, but this was definitely my least favorite of the series.