Heartless
Heartless
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1870s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Heartless by Gail Carriger, a pregnant Alexia Tarabotti navigates Victorian supernatural society to uncover a conspiracy threatening Queen Victoria. As a preternatural, Alexia manages unique challenges with her werewolf husband while balancing duty, intrigue, and impending motherhood. This fourth installment in the Parasol Protectorate series blends humor and mystery.
Humorous
Romantic
Fantastical
Adventurous
Playful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Heartless by Gail Carriger is praised for its witty prose, engaging characters, and blend of steampunk and paranormal elements. Readers enjoy the humor and charming romance, although some find the plot predictable and slower-paced. The fourth installment enriches the series with its developed world-building and endearing heroine, appealing to fans of light-hearted fantasy.
Who Should Read Heartless?
Fans of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies and Soulless will enjoy Heartless by Gail Carriger. This book appeals to readers who love Victorian-era settings with a twist of comedy, romance, and supernatural elements like werewolves and vampires, enriched by witty dialogue and adventurous plots.
36,929 ratings
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Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
London, England • 1870s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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