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The Parasol Protectorate, Volume 2 (2012)

by Gail Carriger(Favorite Author)

4.25 of 5 Votes: 4

languge

English

genre

Romance

publisher

Hachette Book Group USA

review 1: This series, from the very first book of the series is delightfully witty and incredibly smart. After re-reading all five books in this omnibus and the previous, I discovered again why Gail Carriger so completely delighted me with her writing. Not only is it feisty and fun, but the portrayal of Victorian society through the lens of the supernatural provides an excellent analysis of not only the historical era, but also the way our society has evolved from the same. Alexia is the perfect iconoclast character, but also fits into her society in such a way as to believable and endearing. Even on the second read-through, her travails are still as good to read as the first time. Ms. Carriger has created a character that is abrasive, lovable, and completely endearing. The best pa... morert, other than the above mentioned, is how well the secondary characters are treated. Each and every one of them is integral to the plot and they all are all lovable in their own way. Their sorrows and joys engage the reader and draw them into the story so deeply that it's impossible to let go. Finally, I challenge any reader to finish this series without the irresistible urge to call someone "buttercup."
review 2: This is one of my new favorite series. I sincerely hope this wasn't the end of it! However, if it is, I'll be okay I suppose since everything tied up so nicely! All my questions were answered and I was pleasantly surprised by several things. It was absolutely amazing and I loved all the characters, especially the Maccon's, Biffy and Akeldama. It was also interesting reading about Prudence considering I, myself, am a mother and could compare toddler antics. It was great! less

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