I have just finished reading Blameless, the third novel in a series by Gail Carriger about Werewolves, Vampires and Soulless ones set in a rather exciting version of Steampunk Victorian England. Not only has Carriger brilliantly designed and thought out the mechanics of these supernatural beings, she has created a thrilling plot filled to the brim with wit, fun technology and all the ingredients of a yummy romance. There is the requisite insufferable hero (big, brawny and adorable), Alexia, the sharp-tongued heroine (unfazed and full of dignity) and heaps of utterly unique and lovable minor characters (the flamboyant vampire with a heart of gold, the air-headed best friend with a penchant for rather terrible hats and the forthright inventor(ess?) who insists on dressing like a man).
It was the humor and the details which first drew me to the book. I loved Alexia's matter-of-fact view of the world. Her 'souless' state makes her entirely devoid of creativity and prone to being circumspect about life. In a world where most females of her class are rather silly, her practical approach is wonderfully refreshing, even as it scadalizes most of her contemporaries.
DO check out Gail's blog (it is just as wonderful as her heroine)
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