Reading Under the Willow Tree

Some books just put a massive smile on your face and make you feel really great, Soulless was one of those books and I absolutely loved it.

I have read many historical paranormal romances but none as witty and vibrant as this. The writing was just amazing, I loved the use of language and turn of phrase, Carriger has an individual writing style that I adore.

I enjoyed the storyline, it was entertaining, the touch of steampunk was well executed and the romance toe curling good. There was also lots of humour which I also liked.

By far the best element of this book was the characters. They were all so well developed and vibrant, I loved every single one of them.

Alexia was stubborn, witty and impossible to dislike. She somehow managed to be so proper whilst doing the most improper things. She amused me throughout and never once irritated me. Lord Maccon was slight devastating (I do like a nice, big werewolf.) Again, he was impossible to dislike he was surly and moody but had a soft side, his way of cursing made me chuckle throughout. I felt quote sorry for him as he grappled with his feelings for such an impossible woman. Alexia bought out the soft side and they were perfect for one another. I took no persuading to get behind their romance.

I think the best character has to be Lord Akeldama whom I utterly adored. He is flamboyant on a huge scale and had to be the campest, funniest and more endearing vampire I have come across. I struggle to describe him you need to read it to understand just how magnificent he is.

Soulless is a great book that I enjoyed immensely. I highly recommend it to everyone.