Soulless by Gail Carriger

In a witty, steam-powered Victorian London where werewolves and vampires attend polite society, a preternaturally practical lady with no soul becomes its most unstoppable scandal. Equal parts banter, bustle, and bite, Soulless is frothy fun with teeth.

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In Soulless, did you enjoy the blend of humor and cleverness in a fantastical Victorian-esque setting?

A Natural History of Dragons by Marie Brennan

If you delighted in the witty banter and tongue-in-cheek humor of Soulless, you'll love Lady Trent's dry wit and clever observations as she recounts her early adventures studying dragons. Brennan's novel sparkles with an intelligent, satirical voice that brings both the heroine and the fantastical world to life.

In Soulless, did you enjoy detailed worldbuilding in an alternate-history Victorian London?

The Watchmaker of Filigree Street by Natasha Pulley

If the rich, imaginative setting of Soulless—with its steampunk gadgets and supernatural society—captivated you, The Watchmaker of Filigree Street immerses you in a meticulously crafted Victorian London where clockwork inventions and mysterious magic intersect, offering a world as immersive and surprising as Carriger's.

In Soulless, did you enjoy strong female protagonists who stand out in staid Victorian society?

Miss Percy’s Pocket Guide to the Care and Feeding of British Dragons by Quenby Olson

If you admired Alexia Tarabotti’s plucky independence and refusal to conform, you'll adore Miss Percy—an unassuming spinster who discovers her own strength (and a dragon egg) in a world that underestimates her. Olson crafts a heroine whose journey will resonate with anyone who loves unconventional women making their mark.

In Soulless, did you enjoy lighthearted, whimsical magic that doesn't take itself too seriously?

Good Omens by Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett

If you relished the playful magical mishaps and irreverent tone of Soulless, you'll find Good Omens a hilarious romp through the apocalypse, complete with bumbling angels, quirky demons, and a magical world that's as absurd as it is charming.