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The Mayfair Dagger: A Novel by Ava January
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
An action packed explosion of mystery, witty banter, maids who won't do as they are told, disgruntled dogs, coffins thrown into the Thames and all the Countesses, Dukes, Barons and Lords that you can poke a stick at!
What a gem of a book! It had me laughing and tearing up, smiling widely and furious with anger. All of the feels come out to play.
Ava January writes so smoothly and flawlessly that I never wanted to put it down. I heard the audiobook of this novel and think the narrators did an amazing job! The research done was spot on for the timeframe and the characters were such a mixed bunch from the lovely to the savage, the murderous to the innocent, the foul to the cheekiest.
Countess Dagga charms and delights those she comes into contact with, unless she foils your dastardly plans and you end up hunting her down, or you take her services but don't pay your way. Such a fun character and I really really hope that this is the first book in a series rather than a stand alone book. Sign me up for anything that Ava January has written or any future books! I loved it!
Thanks to Netgalley and the author and publisher for a temporary copy in exchange for an honest review
What a gem of a book! It had me laughing and tearing up, smiling widely and furious with anger. All of the feels come out to play.
Ava January writes so smoothly and flawlessly that I never wanted to put it down. I heard the audiobook of this novel and think the narrators did an amazing job! The research done was spot on for the timeframe and the characters were such a mixed bunch from the lovely to the savage, the murderous to the innocent, the foul to the cheekiest.
Countess Dagga charms and delights those she comes into contact with, unless she foils your dastardly plans and you end up hunting her down, or you take her services but don't pay your way. Such a fun character and I really really hope that this is the first book in a series rather than a stand alone book. Sign me up for anything that Ava January has written or any future books! I loved it!
Thanks to Netgalley and the author and publisher for a temporary copy in exchange for an honest review