jenniferbbookdragon's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
A delightful quick read, allowing readers of Souless to see what happened in the hedgehog incident referenced in the book.
frogggirl2's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Cute.
kandicez's review against another edition
5.0
I love Gail Carriger. Every word she has ever uttered or written has tickled me no end.
This is just a tiny little prequel to Alexia Tarabotti and Lord Maccon's saga, and it was perfect! I will never get enough of Alexia.
This is just a tiny little prequel to Alexia Tarabotti and Lord Maccon's saga, and it was perfect! I will never get enough of Alexia.
fiademi's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
amandareads13's review against another edition
5.0
A satisfying prequel story to the parasol protectorate. Audiobook is perfect and available directly from the author, which is a big plus!
mehsi's review
5.0
How did Lord Maccon and Alexia meet? Find out in this superadorable and hilarious novella!
We all know the stories about the Hedgehog incident, but what truly happened on that day? Who was the cause of the incident? What were the plans? I was delighted that this short story would finally come out and that I could read it!
It all starts mysterious with two characters infiltrating a party along with a hedgehog. Yep, that is a great start in my eyes. Who are these strangers? We then switch to Alexia and see how she is having the most dreadful of parties. Her mom is also not helping, she clearly cares more about her two other daughters over Alexia. Thankfully, and I was cheering, the werewolves make an entrance and I just love the conversations between Lyall, Maccon, and Alexia. Maccon really needs to learn how to be a bit more gentle and elegant and not say such things to a lady *gasp*. Then again, I think if he hadn't and if he was polite, that Alexia would never have married him. Yep. This girl isn't looking for polite chitchat or boring guys. I loved how Alexia stood her ground and wasn't afraid to say what she wanted.
Then we see a plan set in motion, one that makes sure that Alexia is in a certain place in a certain time. I loved that Alexia just went with it. I guess I would have done the same if I was in her shoes. Boring party wearing a horrific dress? If I get an offer to go outside... Then sure, let's go outside. Unchaperoned. What happens next had me in complete stitches, oh my! I don't want to spoil anything so I am just going to be as vague as possible. :P
I was cheering and squealing as mad while Maccon and Alexia had their conversation. Yes! Yes! Oh, and poor hedgehog.
The ending with the revelation who the mystery person was? OMG OMG OMGOMG I was just flailing and almost jumping up and down. How wonderful to see that person again! I am so happy that they are still doing things like this. *dances*
All in all, if you are a fan of the series then I would HIGHLY recommend this fun book to all. It is short and it makes you long for more, it is perfection.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
We all know the stories about the Hedgehog incident, but what truly happened on that day? Who was the cause of the incident? What were the plans? I was delighted that this short story would finally come out and that I could read it!
It all starts mysterious with two characters infiltrating a party along with a hedgehog. Yep, that is a great start in my eyes. Who are these strangers? We then switch to Alexia and see how she is having the most dreadful of parties. Her mom is also not helping, she clearly cares more about her two other daughters over Alexia. Thankfully, and I was cheering, the werewolves make an entrance and I just love the conversations between Lyall, Maccon, and Alexia. Maccon really needs to learn how to be a bit more gentle and elegant and not say such things to a lady *gasp*. Then again, I think if he hadn't and if he was polite, that Alexia would never have married him. Yep. This girl isn't looking for polite chitchat or boring guys. I loved how Alexia stood her ground and wasn't afraid to say what she wanted.
Then we see a plan set in motion, one that makes sure that Alexia is in a certain place in a certain time. I loved that Alexia just went with it. I guess I would have done the same if I was in her shoes. Boring party wearing a horrific dress? If I get an offer to go outside... Then sure, let's go outside. Unchaperoned. What happens next had me in complete stitches, oh my! I don't want to spoil anything so I am just going to be as vague as possible. :P
I was cheering and squealing as mad while Maccon and Alexia had their conversation. Yes! Yes! Oh, and poor hedgehog.
The ending with the revelation who the mystery person was? OMG OMG OMGOMG I was just flailing and almost jumping up and down. How wonderful to see that person again! I am so happy that they are still doing things like this. *dances*
All in all, if you are a fan of the series then I would HIGHLY recommend this fun book to all. It is short and it makes you long for more, it is perfection.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
eb00kie's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
theinkdrinker's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75