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Have you ever heard of a Bludman? They’re rather like you and me—only more fabulous, immortal, and mostly indestructible. (They’re also very good kissers.) Delilah S. Dawson’s darkly tempting debut drops her unsuspecting heroine into a strange faraway land for a romantic adventure that’s part paranormal, part steampunk . . . and completely irresistible. When Tish Everett forces open the ruby locket she finds at an estate sale, she has no idea that a... more
Published: March 1, 2012 by Simon and Schuster
Genre: Romance, Science Fiction & Fantasy. Fiction. 416 pages
If you are looking for something new, different and fresh I would encourage you to try this book.
Full ReviewI can’t recommend this book enough. It’s like every genre I love so perfectly blended together. If you want to fall in love with two great characters plus an entire new world, this is your book.
Full ReviewI will say I was completely engrossed from beginning to end and could not walk away from this book for a moment. It is utterly enchanting.
Full ReviewOverall the idea and storyline for WICKED AS THEY COME is absolutely amazing!
Full ReviewAs we venture deeper into the plot, I found the adventure to be very appealing; sprinkled with action, suspense, and some lighthearted moments that keeps the story from becoming to serious.
Full ReviewLike I said, I found this book rather interesting, and only put it down to sleep. I’m so excited to know there will be another installment.
Full ReviewI cannot recommend this book highly enough. Honestly, if anything I'm almost afraid that my rabid enthusiasm for it threatens my credibility.
Full ReviewThe world is really richly developed and that takes time. Wicked As They Come felt like it was more about the journey than the destination if that makes any sense. I for one enjoyed the journey.
Full ReviewIf you’re a fan of romance, steampunk, or adventure novels, definitely give Wicked as they Come a try. It’s an amazing read and you won’t regret it.
Full ReviewThere is one word to sum up the awesomeness of this novel: bludbunnies!
Full ReviewI found WICKED AS THEY COME to be superbly unique and fun to read. The characters were all full of spunk, the plot was nicely paced, and the world was original and easy to fall into.
Full ReviewDelilah S. Dawson captured something in this book. With elements of steampunk, magic, and paranormal you never knew what could be next!
Full ReviewI couldn’t get enough of Wicked As They Come, and absolutely can’t wait for the next book! Very highly recommended!
Full ReviewUnfortunately, Dawson emphasized the “slightly” over the “mad,” and Criminy never achieved the level of cautiously approachable insanity that I was hoping for.
Full ReviewWicked As They Come contains a little bit of everything to please a paranormal reader, including crazy machines, killer rats, and a hint at a love triangle.
Full ReviewI wanted to love this book, but in the end it was just a good/okay read.
Full ReviewOverall, this book was a FANTASTIC read and I can't wait for the second Blud novel to come out.
Full ReviewI give Wicked As They Come a solid four howls for its sweet and sexy romantic elements, original world, and great characters.
Full ReviewIt’s a delightfully fun, creative, sexy and sweet book! I was laughing out loud throughout the story, and on the edge of my seat during some of the scenes.
Full ReviewDeep in my heart, I believe Criminy has thrown a love spell on me.
Full ReviewIf you love paranormal and have never tried out steampunk give this a try, you will love it!
Full ReviewI enjoyed every moment of Criminy's playful dialogue, the imaginative world building and fantastic character development.
Full ReviewWicked as they Come is an amazing find, brimming with danger, incredible adventure that spans many genres and , and I cannot wait to read more of this lush, off-kilter world.
Full ReviewAll in all I very much enjoyed this book and i'll keep an eye out for the next book in this series.
Full ReviewI recommend Wicked as They Come to all paranormal/steampunk romance readers.
Full ReviewI’d recommend Wicked as They Come by Delilah S. Dawson to anyone who enjoys steampunk, vampire as well as a little paranormal romance.
Full ReviewPlenty of betrayal and intrigue, a steampunk setting, plot twists aplenty, and a romantic triangle that makes it difficult to choose sides, almost.
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