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Wicked as They Come by Delilah S. Dawson

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Synopsis

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

About Delilah S. Dawson

Delilah Dawson is an artist and an associate editor on CoolMomPicks.com. She lives with her family in Atlanta, where she is currently writing the next Blud novel.


Published: March 1, 2012 by Simon and Schuster

Genre: Romance, Science Fiction & Fantasy. Fiction. 416 pages

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  • All Critics: 27
  • Positive: 25
  • Negative: 2
  • Fiction Vixen | 30 Mar 2012

    If you are looking for something new, different and fresh I would encourage you to try this book.

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  • Badass Book Reviews | 6 Apr 2012

    I 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.

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  • A Bookworm's Haven | 21 May 2012

    I 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.

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  • Mystifying Paranormal Reviews | 30 Apr 2012

    Overall the idea and storyline for WICKED AS THEY COME is absolutely amazing!

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  • Smexy Books | 26 Mar 2012

    As 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.

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  • Dark Faerie Tales | 3 Apr 2012

    Like 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.

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  • Kat Reads | 5 Apr 2012

    I cannot recommend this book highly enough. Honestly, if anything I'm almost afraid that my rabid enthusiasm for it threatens my credibility.

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  • For What It's Worth | 11 Apr 2012

    The 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.

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  • Shall Write | 19 Apr 2012

    If 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.

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  • Sara's Urban Fantasy Blog | 25 Apr 2012

    There is one word to sum up the awesomeness of this novel: bludbunnies!

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  • Urban Fantasy Investigations | 28 Mar 2012

    I 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.

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  • Booked and Loaded | 20 Jun 2012

    Delilah S. Dawson captured something in this book. With elements of steampunk, magic, and paranormal you never knew what could be next!

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  • My Bookish Ways | 28 Mar 2012

    I couldn’t get enough of Wicked As They Come, and absolutely can’t wait for the next book! Very highly recommended!

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  • A Book and Short Latte | 9 Apr 2012

    Unfortunately, Dawson emphasized the “slightly” over the “mad,” and Criminy never achieved the level of cautiously approachable insanity that I was hoping for.

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  • Heroes and Heartbreakers | 24 Mar 2012

    Wicked 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.

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  • Short and Sweet Review | 27 Mar 2012

    I wanted to love this book, but in the end it was just a good/okay read.

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  • Jillian Writes | 9 Apr 2012

    Overall, this book was a FANTASTIC read and I can't wait for the second Blud novel to come out.

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  • She-Wolf Reads | 25 Mar 2012

    I give Wicked As They Come a solid four howls for its sweet and sexy romantic elements, original world, and great characters.

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  • The Book Tart | 17 May 2012

    It’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.

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  • The Chronicles of Mia | 26 Apr 2012

    Deep in my heart, I believe Criminy has thrown a love spell on me.

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  • Nocturne Romance Reads | 25 Mar 2012

    If you love paranormal and have never tried out steampunk give this a try, you will love it!

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  • Addicted 2 Heroines | 25 Mar 2012

    I enjoyed every moment of Criminy's playful dialogue, the imaginative world building and fantastic character development.

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  • Fiendishly Bookish | 27 Mar 2012

    Wicked 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.

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  • Pearls Cast Before a McPig | 3 May 2012

    All in all I very much enjoyed this book and i'll keep an eye out for the next book in this series.

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  • Ramblings of a Coffee Addicted Writer | 29 Mar 2012

    I recommend Wicked as They Come to all paranormal/steampunk romance readers.

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  • Wired | 27 Mar 2012

    I’d recommend Wicked as They Come by Delilah S. Dawson to anyone who enjoys steampunk, vampire as well as a little paranormal romance.

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  • Vampchix Bite Club | 19 Mar 2012

    Plenty 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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