A review by nakutski
Soulless by Gail Carriger

adventurous funny lighthearted relaxing fast-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? Yes

4.5

This was just the tonic for me. The right balance of fun, silly, action, romance and mystery, and even a bit of kink that's right up my alley too. Crucially, it featured a strong and complex female protagonist, a Darcy-like love interest, queer dandy vampires, werewolves and all in a heady mix of urban fantasy set in a steam punk Victorian London. I found the plot a touch predictable, but this predictability was quite comforting and the author handled most of the crucial scenes very well. It is definitely a cosy read and I look forward to dipping back into it one day.
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