Manners and Monsters

August 2022 Hoopla Bonus Borrows Recommendation


I know the big thing now is regency errands dramas and reinterpretations. I. This instance, society is plagued by the undead, created by a powder which afflicted high society.

The premise is ridiculous, but somehow the author makes it work. They seamlessly hit the target markets of regency Era, and murder mystery.

For someone looking for traditional zombie attacks. They'll be disappointed. These zombies act more like vampires, where they are still functioning members of society, even attending high society balls.


I'm glad to hear what all the fuss was about. It answered my curiosity but I won't be continuing with the series. It was an interesting premise but historical murder mystery and regency Era retelling aren't my thing.

The ending felt a little bit rushed to me but overall very enjoyable and I will continue with the series.

All of the usual trappings were there, but I wasn't engaged.