erin19's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
faerieminstrel's review against another edition
3.0
While I always enjoy Alexia Tarabotti, Lord Maccon, Professor Lyall, and the rest of Gail Carriger's fantastic characters, there were parts of this story that lagged for me. As in both previous novels, Alexia is constantly pursued by those who wish her harm. There is daring, excitement, intrigue, vampires, werewolves and mysteries...but I feel like much of the intrigue is cleared up too soon. I feel like there were a few too many pages between revelation and the wrap-up of the inevitable.
That said, I suspect that some of what I found lagging may have to do with where this installment fits into the overarching story arc of Carriger's delightfully-created world. Carriger hands us so many little plot-twists involving Lord Akeldama, the Shadow Council, drones and clavigers alike. She also throws us a few new characters that will hopefully make future appearances, as well as some choice scenes with Mrs.Ivy Hisslepenny Tunstell.
Skim when you must, just keep going. Though not my favorite of the series, I do still recommend it, and cannot wait to move on to book 4 (and read book 5 when it's released in March!).
That said, I suspect that some of what I found lagging may have to do with where this installment fits into the overarching story arc of Carriger's delightfully-created world. Carriger hands us so many little plot-twists involving Lord Akeldama, the Shadow Council, drones and clavigers alike. She also throws us a few new characters that will hopefully make future appearances, as well as some choice scenes with Mrs.Ivy Hisslepenny Tunstell.
Skim when you must, just keep going. Though not my favorite of the series, I do still recommend it, and cannot wait to move on to book 4 (and read book 5 when it's released in March!).
esperare's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
medium-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? It's complicated
4.5
library_bookwyrm's review against another edition
5.0
Like the first two books of the Parasol Protectorate series, I enjoyed Blameless immensely. Like the second book, Changeless, the third book was much more like a series novel in nature, taking the cliffhanger of the second book and running with it. The main mystery of Blameless is a very personal one for our fearless heroine. Readers will definitely need a handy pot of tea for fortitude. At this point, you definitely need to have read the previous books to enjoy this one!
kate01970's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.5
chllybrd's review against another edition
4.0
I must say I wasn't sure that I would like this series when I saw it but decided to give it a try anyways. I actually ended up liking it very much. The characters are fantastic, and the story lines have been very entertaining so far.
hoosgracie's review against another edition
4.0
A very fun series featuring a mix of Victorian manners, steampunk science, with werewolves and vampires mixed in.
lavendermarch's review against another edition
3.0
This one pissed me off. I think that while what Lord Maccon did was a step in the right direction, and I understand his feelings somewhat, I'm mostly upset that she forgave him so easily. 3.5 stars.