arabellasbookshelves's review against another edition
5.0
Historical romance is well on its way to becoming my favourite genre and I’m not mad about that. I loved reading this book and there was no point in which I was bored or felt reluctant to keep reading, I was just hooked constantly. I loved Hetty and Ash both together as a growing couple and independently as themselves and I thought they were both well fleshed out and the developments they both went to was so rewarding to read about. I cannot wait to read more from Lenora Bell.
NOTE: I didn’t realise this was technically a sequel when I brought it so I have since ordered the first book which I will read, most likely when it arrives, but this did not hinder my experience whilst reading as, from the first book’s synopsis, those two characters are only briefly in this book so it didn’t feel too major when I knew I would be reading their book in the very near future.
NOTE: I didn’t realise this was technically a sequel when I brought it so I have since ordered the first book which I will read, most likely when it arrives, but this did not hinder my experience whilst reading as, from the first book’s synopsis, those two characters are only briefly in this book so it didn’t feel too major when I knew I would be reading their book in the very near future.
annmariets's review against another edition
2.0
I was surprised at how much i disliked this book! The first meeting of the characters was very clunky. The female lead was obnoxious and the male lead sleazy and the progress of their relationship was weirdly staggered. Also the male lead had no personality and presence whatsoever.
brittanyt's review
3.0
After her mother dies, Henrietta takes over the family vineyards while her father turns to alcohol to cope with the loss. Henrietta is determined to make the wine respectable, but her plans go awry when a new mysterious heir to her father’s dukedom enters the picture. Ash owns a gaming hell, but has made a legitimate claim, backed by evidence, that he is in fact a long lost heir. Henrietta could stand to lose all, but when her father decides she should marry Ash to stay on the estate, she begins to see the benefits of the match herself!
I really liked a lot of things about this book: Henrietta’s knowledge of the vineyards, Ash’s desire to reform the world by joining the upper echelons of society, and the fantastic friend groups (we all know I love to read friendships). But, this book felt pretty disjointed to me for the first 40%. It felt like there were a lot of pivots throughout the book that didn’t completely make sense to me. Almost halfway through the book, the story picked up and I could enjoy it more as the plot developed and Henrietta and Ash got to spend more time together.
I am excited to see where Lenora Bell continues to go with the series. Wallflower and rogue pairings are my favorite and since that is the series title, I think it is safe to say I will continue to read them all! I would recommend this book to any historical romance lover who loves the direction historical romances have been going recently - I do!
Thank you Net Galley and Avon for allowing me to read an advanced copy for an honest review!
I really liked a lot of things about this book: Henrietta’s knowledge of the vineyards, Ash’s desire to reform the world by joining the upper echelons of society, and the fantastic friend groups (we all know I love to read friendships). But, this book felt pretty disjointed to me for the first 40%. It felt like there were a lot of pivots throughout the book that didn’t completely make sense to me. Almost halfway through the book, the story picked up and I could enjoy it more as the plot developed and Henrietta and Ash got to spend more time together.
I am excited to see where Lenora Bell continues to go with the series. Wallflower and rogue pairings are my favorite and since that is the series title, I think it is safe to say I will continue to read them all! I would recommend this book to any historical romance lover who loves the direction historical romances have been going recently - I do!
Thank you Net Galley and Avon for allowing me to read an advanced copy for an honest review!
britgirlreading's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Violence and Alcohol
iggyebab's review against another edition
3.0
Henrietta does not have time for a man. She wants to make her sparkling wine a success and does not wish to marry. When a potential heir comes into the picture and she finds that her father has squandered money and really wants to marry his mistress.
Lots of banter and drama but overall a solid historical.
Lots of banter and drama but overall a solid historical.
merecot's review against another edition
1.0
I love Bell's writing but for some reason I had so much trouble going through this one. Honestly they're both kinda annoying.
enchantedtomeetcute's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5