A review by styx_the_gremlin
The Strange Affair of Spring Heeled Jack by Mark Hodder

adventurous dark mysterious tense medium-paced

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

3.0

Honestly, the story is really interesting and it's a great steampunk version of London. However nearly all of the characters are utterly unlikeable and most of the book is just English gentlemen having discussions. Throw in some casual classim and sexism (all female characters are either dumb or there to be hot or convenient), and a lot of plot convenience, and that's the book. It does get a bit of leeway for being a first publication of the author.