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itsdelladarling's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I adore Penelope's character, and seeing her get a chance to shine in Romancing Mr. Bridgerton was absolutely lovely! The show really botched her character. I didn't love the ways Colin lost his temper. I know the books were written some time ago, but that doesn't excuse it.
I'm not entirely sure how I feel about To Sir Philip, With Love. There were parts that were sweet and surprising, and others that, honestly, made my skin crawl.
When He Was Wicked was far more emotional than I anticipated. This has been the second in the series to bring me to tears, and the only one to do it over and over again (a positive attribute). Very glad to see Francesca get her happy ending.
I also really liked that Michael consistently asks for consent.
I'm not entirely sure how I feel about To Sir Philip, With Love. There were parts that were sweet and surprising, and others that, honestly, made my skin crawl.
When He Was Wicked was far more emotional than I anticipated. This has been the second in the series to bring me to tears, and the only one to do it over and over again (a positive attribute). Very glad to see Francesca get her happy ending.
I also really liked that Michael consistently asks for consent.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Chronic illness, Death, Domestic abuse, Infertility, Mental illness, Miscarriage, Self harm, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Violence, Blood, Medical content, Grief, Suicide attempt, and Death of parent
Moderate: Body shaming and Bullying
Minor: Excrement, Vomit, Alcohol, War, and Pandemic/Epidemic
ruthtopia's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
2.0
emtebbe's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
eliseburkebrown's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
gpirone's review against another edition
4.0
The vibes were absolutely immaculate for Pen and Fran. I literally loved their stories to death. Was it the best read ever? Nah, but it was just so fun and made me kick my feet. The only qualm I have was Eloise. The girl was funny, confident and stellar yet she gets the most bland man and story. The death penalty for that tragedy.
ladysolitaire83's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
q87's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
maddlecat's review against another edition
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
winniethefree's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
pdxpagemaster's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
There really is a lot of sweetness in these collections and the thread of the family dynamic throughout each, overlapping familiar narratives, is so fun. I get carried away with the stories and the romance while also not kidding myself that these aren’t the deepest most driving books I ever read. But very delightful!