Soulless - Gail Carriger

Soulless

ByGail Carriger

  • Release Date: 2009-10-01
  • Genre: Historical Fantasy
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 262 Ratings

Description

Buffy meets Jane Austen in the first book of this wickedly funny NYT bestselling series about a young woman whose brush with the supernatural leads to a deadly investigation of London's high society.

Alexia Tarabotti is laboring under a great many social tribulations. First, she has no soul. Second, she's a spinster whose father is both Italian and dead. Third, she was rudely attacked by a vampire, breaking all standards of social etiquette.

Where to go from there? From bad to worse apparently, for Alexia accidentally kills the vampire -- and then the appalling Lord Maccon (loud, messy, gorgeous, and werewolf) is sent by Queen Victoria to investigate.

With unexpected vampires appearing and expected vampires disappearing, everyone seems to believe Alexia responsible. Can she figure out what is actually happening to London's high society? Will her soulless ability to negate supernatural powers prove useful or just plain embarrassing? Finally, who is the real enemy, and do they have treacle tart?

Soulless is the first book of the Parasol Protectorate series: a comedy of manners set in Victorian London, full of werewolves, vampires, dirigibles, and tea-drinking.

Reviews

  • Full of soul

    5
    By Lisa Bateman
    This was such a delightful read. I love how it had vampires and werewolves. I would like to know more about Ms Terribotti and her condition. Her mother was dreadful. She should be put in her place. The hero of the story was so dreamy! This is now one of my most favorite steampunk books. I'll be sure to read the next.

    The narrator was perfect for this. I would like to hear more of her. I really hope she does this whole series.
  • Yes. Buy it.

    5
    By cegrant
    Fun. Really. Just fun. I read usually 2-3 books a week, and I've really enjoyed this.

    I'm not going to go on about plot or characters or romance. All you need to know is that this novel is FUN.

    Do yourself a favor. Enjoy.
  • One of my favorites

    5
    By Krumy
    I love Gail Carriger's sense of humor and smart character development. Her take on a classic premise is absolutely rewarding with high tea, military werewolves and stylish Vampires all playing a role.
  • Great Series

    5
    By Shaleneschettini
    So far I've read the first book and I am well into the second and really love this series. It keeps me very entertained and ready to read more. I very highly recommend these books.
  • Amazing

    5
    By *Rummy*
    It was witty and funny. Romance was nice as well!
  • This series is super entertaining!

    5
    By Inferno84
    I love every book!
  • Love this series!

    5
    By MississippiMom
    You can't go wrong with this series. Don't let the title of this book throw you. Give it a try. You won't be sorry!
  • Wonderful, lively writing style!

    5
    By bookarts
    I downloaded Soulless on a whim, and wasn't sure what to expect. What a delightful surprise! Carriger's writing style is lively and witty. Alexia Tarabotti is a great character, and story is humorous and loads of fun. I'm definitely looking forward to reading the rest of the series.
  • My new Fave!

    5
    By Shay134455
    Loved it!!!
  • Fast and Easy Read

    5
    By Gunarsbride
    Sweet like candy. Strong female lead, witty dialog, interesting setting.

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