This review is from: Imprudence: Book Two of The Custard Protocol (Paperback)
I had been eagerly anticipating Imprudence ever since I finished Prudence one year ago so I was incredibly excited to receive this from the publishers for review. And it did not let me down. Everything I had expected – the wonderful characters, engaging plot and great relationships were all present.
Surprisingly, my favourite thing about this series (aside from the humour which is spot on) is actually Prim and Rue’s friendship. They are such a supportive pair and their conversations, when casual, are hilarious and when serious are just perfect and everything a friendship should be. I really feel like Prim is coming into herself in this series which is lovely to watch. She also has a romance building up – one which I heartily approve of and look forward to seeing developing.
I had, for some reason, got the impression this was a Young Adult series – but this book took a swift turn into Adult and I would definitely recommend this for more mature readers! I really enjoyed the romance between Rue and Quesnel – I have been rooting for them since the start of book 1 and it was great to watch the development of that in Imprudence. Quesnel could be so sweet at times and poor Rue was so oblivious. Plus it was a definite highlight to see Alexia giving her daughter The Talk!
There were a couple of plots, which could have been too much for such a relatively short novel but the threads didn’t get tangled and were well paced. The first plot involved Rue’s parents and I always love to see them, having adored the Parasol Protectorate series. This plot was the more heart wrenching of the two and I even almost cried which I hadn’t expected! The second plot is more in the way of a plot twist and since I have no desire to spoil it – I’ll just say it was definitely exciting (although I had seen part of the twist coming).
Overall this was an excellent addition to the series and my only complaint is that I now have so long to wait for the next book! If you haven’t already read this series I definitely recommend it, especially if you loved the Parasol Protectorate series – and if you haven’t read that series yet – please do! I love Gail Carriger’s writing and I loved this book.
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What an enjoyable sequel to Prudence! Great to revisit much-loved characters. I loved the development between Prudence and Quesnel, which runs parallel to a plot that sends Prudence to exotic destinations once more. It looks like Prim is next – can’t wait to read how that pans out in further sequels (assuming there will be more). If you enjoyed taking a ride aboard the Spotted Custard in Prudence, then you will equally enjoy it in Imprudence.
PS. Originally this review warned people of the fact that there was a scam in used-and-new (which I assume is no longer the case since the book has been released).
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Got up this morning knowing this would be on my kindle, and I had nothing much planned for the whole day – apart from reading.
And what a good day it has been. I do think Miss Carriger is getting even better. This book made me laugh – but also brought tears to my eyes in places, especially (spoiler alert)………
…. the moment when Rue realises she is no longer part of the pack.
Interesting, too, the way that this is a sequel to Timeless as well as to Prudence.
And tomorrow? I might well just read it all again…
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Written by Mr SGG 
Wonderful Sequel!,
Surprisingly, my favourite thing about this series (aside from the humour which is spot on) is actually Prim and Rue’s friendship. They are such a supportive pair and their conversations, when casual, are hilarious and when serious are just perfect and everything a friendship should be. I really feel like Prim is coming into herself in this series which is lovely to watch. She also has a romance building up – one which I heartily approve of and look forward to seeing developing.
I had, for some reason, got the impression this was a Young Adult series – but this book took a swift turn into Adult and I would definitely recommend this for more mature readers! I really enjoyed the romance between Rue and Quesnel – I have been rooting for them since the start of book 1 and it was great to watch the development of that in Imprudence. Quesnel could be so sweet at times and poor Rue was so oblivious. Plus it was a definite highlight to see Alexia giving her daughter The Talk!
There were a couple of plots, which could have been too much for such a relatively short novel but the threads didn’t get tangled and were well paced. The first plot involved Rue’s parents and I always love to see them, having adored the Parasol Protectorate series. This plot was the more heart wrenching of the two and I even almost cried which I hadn’t expected! The second plot is more in the way of a plot twist and since I have no desire to spoil it – I’ll just say it was definitely exciting (although I had seen part of the twist coming).
Overall this was an excellent addition to the series and my only complaint is that I now have so long to wait for the next book! If you haven’t already read this series I definitely recommend it, especially if you loved the Parasol Protectorate series – and if you haven’t read that series yet – please do! I love Gail Carriger’s writing and I loved this book.
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|Enjoyable sequel,
PS. Originally this review warned people of the fact that there was a scam in used-and-new (which I assume is no longer the case since the book has been released).
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|Excellent sequel to both Prudence and Timeless.,
And what a good day it has been. I do think Miss Carriger is getting even better. This book made me laugh – but also brought tears to my eyes in places, especially (spoiler alert)………
…. the moment when Rue realises she is no longer part of the pack.
Interesting, too, the way that this is a sequel to Timeless as well as to Prudence.
And tomorrow? I might well just read it all again…
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