Soulless: The Manga, Vol. 2 (Volume 2) (The Parasol Protectorate (Manga), 2)

I really enjoyed this series when it was originally released as full length novels and also enjoyed the first manga I read in this series. This book was just as much fun as the first one and delves even deeper into the paranormal and steampunk aspects of the world that Alexia lives in. This graphic novel covers the second book in original series Changeless.Alexia is trying to settle in as Lady Woodsley (Lord Macoon’s wife) but there is just one challenge after another. First there is a regiment of werewolves camped in her lawn, then for some reason the supernatural creatures are losing their powers...rendering them human. A lot of the supernaturals suspect Alexia’s involvement because of her Preternatural abilities and she sets off to Scotland (in pursuit of her husband) to prove them wrong.This book has a lot more action than the previous one; including a daring dirigible ride and many attempts on Alexia’s life. There is a lot of humor throughout, just like in the first manga.The illustration is absolutely beautiful. The surroundings and clothing are very detailed and facial expressions are very, very well done.I thought Alexia in this manga was more true to the original book, in the first book she was a bit more flighty and goofy...this book was more true to her character. I also really enjoyed Madame Lefoux; she has always been a very fun and intriguing character in this series.There is a lot of mystery and intrigue. We learn a lot more about Lord Macoon’s past as well. There is a twist at the end of the story that will have readers (at least those who haven’t read the full length books already) gasping in surprise.Overall this was just a ton of fun. I continue to really enjoy these manga renditions of the Parasol Protectorate series. They have all the best and most entertaining parts of the novels in here. The illustration is stunning and I love the witty dialogue and quirky characters. Definitely recommended to fans of steampunk and paranormal reads.

I really liked this manga. I know it takes out some of the finer details, but I feel that it captures the plot well enough. What one has to remember is that manga is a very different medium from written text, and some of things are added such as better looking protagonists. Alexia's nose didn't stand out in the last novel, nor does it in this one. In manga everyone who isn't a complete monster just looks good, that's just the way manga works. I don't think anything of incredible importance was lost, but it's been a while since I've been able to read the book, so I can't say for sure. All of my favorite scenes that I can remember are in here though. So, what it boils down to is preference. If you want a full encompassing storyline with all of the subtle inflections that Carriger is known for, read the book. If however, you just want a general reminder of the plot, or you simply don't care about details and are more drawn to things more visual stimulating, read the manga.

The wonderful book was adapted for a manga version, and I greatly enjoyed the delicious illustrations. However, that being said, since some supporting characters were not named, new readers will be a bit confused. I never really liked Maccon myself, what with his loud and his tendency to get naked a little too many times. That and the fact that he isn't the sensitive kind of husband. (Ah well. Werewolves...) Still, he looked exactly as I had pictured him to be, and Alexia was gorgeous. Genevieve Lefoux was smartly buttoned up always, and she looked amazing. Especially with that cute eye thing when she went to Lord Akeldama's house. The little post-script, a page of adorable illustrations, was hilarious and summed up the less-than-saccharine-sweet ending. I am eager for more. :D

For the people who love manga, this is not manga format. You open the book and read it from left to right.I haven't counted the number of pages, but since chapter 14 starts in page 209, you will get a fairly thick book.The first three pages are in glorious color and the rest, obviously, in black and white.This graphic novel is wonderfully adapted from the second book of the installment, so if you are hesitating about reading the books, please don't be afraid, all the five of them are great.The illustrations are great and personally I love how REM captured the essence of Lord Macon and Lord Akeldama. Alexia lost her prominent nose, but she kept her generous front.So, I enjoyed every part of this graphic novel and it is a great addition to my Soulless collection.Enjoy!!!

An amazing and original story with unique characters and a good pace it has a gokd amount of drama and is most definitely worth a read

It came covered in hot sauce, but the story is great and this isnt the vendors fault.

Excellent manga style and true to the characters in the novel. Some cartoon flesh is shown here, so you decide the age for your kids to read this, but it does follow a more adult story line than other manga. Kind of a PG-13 manga

I love the book this is from, and the way they are adapting it for Manga is awesome. The characters feel true to the book with a fun flare of "Manga" with faces and expressions that are totally NOT British, but still fun.Make sure you check out the first one of these too. You can get them month by month in installments from Yen Press with a subscription, but I like waiting to get a whole large chunk at a time.

小説２巻目、「アレクシア女史、飛行船で人狼城を訪う｣の洋漫画版です。マダム・ルフォーがちょっと少年？ぽい容姿でびっくりしたりもしましたが１巻読んだ人なら安定して読める内容だと思います。巻末おまけは１ページ。余談としては表紙のこの服、作中でも着てます。他にもいろいろ衣装は見ていて楽しいです。

「英国パラソル奇譚シリーズ」原作の漫画。アレクシア女史のファンならば必見です。日本語訳バージョンの無いのは残念ですが、簡単な英語なので十分楽しめました。若干登場人物達の描写が若く感じますが、作者の絵柄なのでしょうから仕方ありませんね。とかくスチームパンクの世界観や昔のヨーロッパの風俗を思い浮かべるのは大変なのですが、このほんのお陰できちんとイメージを補完する事が出来て有り難かったです。5巻分残り3冊の漫画化も是非期待したいです。

文庫本で翻訳を先に読んでいたので、内容は知っていました。でもいざ英語の吹き出し漫画を読んでみると、登場人物の吹き出しに使われている英語がやっぱり"Native"。単語はともかく、何か表現が分かりにくい！うーん、やっぱり文化の壁は高い。

Como amante de mangas, fiquei muito satisfeita com a versão desse livro delicioso. A história tem cortes, o que já era de se esperar dado ser contada em imagens, mas esses cortes em nada di9minuiram a qualidade da narrativa. Recomendo.

If you liked the first volume, you will probably enjoy this one as well. I love to see graphically represented all the characters I have learnt to care by reading Gail Carriger's books. I liked the art, if a bit sloppy in parts, and in my opinion the action scenes were better in this volume when compared to the previous one.Anyway, I recommend to read the second book of the series (Changeless) before reading this, if you want to get a full understanding of the story...I am not sure if it will work as stand-alone. So far, I am pleased with these adaptations.