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chocolate3cake's review
4.0
I received this arc from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Yes, this is a Jane Austen retelling (specifically of Pride and Prejudice). Do you need to read Pride and Prejudice before you read this? I wouldn't say you really have to, but it would definitely add to the reading experience if you did, or have in the past.
I was first drawn to this book because of the title. The Bachelors sounded exactly like the kind of feel-good romance that I need at this stage in my education - when coursework deadlines are coming thick and fast, important exams are looming right around the corner... This was exactly what I needed, and I'm glad I decided to give it a try.
The Bachelors is an Austen retelling, set in the present day. Wick, Bing and Darcy Austen are heirs to a multi-million bookshop business that is quickly going down the drain. So, Wick decides that the best course of action is either marrying one of them off to the ultra-rich heiresses the Bennet sisters or getting their company sold to them.
And, of course, this doesn't go the way anyone planned it. It is a much, much raunchier story than I initially anticipated, so if you're going into this expecting a clean run, you will be sorely disappointed. It's going the way of cringy sex scenes (think "his touch made me heat up with lust" and "all the heat flooded to my core") in this book, as well, which is probably why I didn't enjoy it as much as I would have had done otherwise? That's just my own personal preference for books, though.
I did enjoy many of the other aspects of this story though, I thought the sisters were really well characterised, and changed accordingly to fit their newfound scenario. The "Bachelors" themselves, though, did feel a little clunky at times, especially in the case of Darcy. Their characters weren't as fleshed out, and it really showed.
Apart from that, though, this was a really enjoyable read. A definite, and strong, four stars out of five.
Yes, this is a Jane Austen retelling (specifically of Pride and Prejudice). Do you need to read Pride and Prejudice before you read this? I wouldn't say you really have to, but it would definitely add to the reading experience if you did, or have in the past.
I was first drawn to this book because of the title. The Bachelors sounded exactly like the kind of feel-good romance that I need at this stage in my education - when coursework deadlines are coming thick and fast, important exams are looming right around the corner... This was exactly what I needed, and I'm glad I decided to give it a try.
The Bachelors is an Austen retelling, set in the present day. Wick, Bing and Darcy Austen are heirs to a multi-million bookshop business that is quickly going down the drain. So, Wick decides that the best course of action is either marrying one of them off to the ultra-rich heiresses the Bennet sisters or getting their company sold to them.
And, of course, this doesn't go the way anyone planned it. It is a much, much raunchier story than I initially anticipated, so if you're going into this expecting a clean run, you will be sorely disappointed. It's going the way of cringy sex scenes (think "his touch made me heat up with lust" and "all the heat flooded to my core") in this book, as well, which is probably why I didn't enjoy it as much as I would have had done otherwise? That's just my own personal preference for books, though.
I did enjoy many of the other aspects of this story though, I thought the sisters were really well characterised, and changed accordingly to fit their newfound scenario. The "Bachelors" themselves, though, did feel a little clunky at times, especially in the case of Darcy. Their characters weren't as fleshed out, and it really showed.
Apart from that, though, this was a really enjoyable read. A definite, and strong, four stars out of five.
mithilareads's review
3.0
I have been reading a few modern retellings of classics recently, in the hope that it would make me feel like reading the classics too.
The Bachelors, is a modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice. With some major twists. Darcy, Wick and Bing Austen are three brothers who are heirs to the Austen' Book Stores, a family business that has been alive over the centuries. But that's nothing to be proud of: the company is running into losses, and needs a magical infusion of money to stay afloat. The brothers, or should I say, the youngest brother has the cleverest idea: why don't we get one of the Bennet sisters to marry us? And hence, they decide to invest 15000 pounds and show up at the Bennet Sister's Annual Charity Gala. And that's how they meet Eliza, Jane and Lydia Bennet, the owners of the Bennet Group, a conglomerate who 'could' provide the magical infusion needed by the Austen' brothers.
What happens next? Do they or do they not end up saving the company? Or do they end up with rings on the fingers instead? You'll have to read the book to find out!
While the book is a breezy read, some parts of the book were very predictable. And of course, because the "names" of the characters were loose hints to the actual Pride and Prejudice characters, I felt that the book lost a bit of its charm.
Nevertheless, I feel that fans of Jane Austen may want to give this book a try, if they're looking for a quick read.
The Bachelors, is a modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice. With some major twists. Darcy, Wick and Bing Austen are three brothers who are heirs to the Austen' Book Stores, a family business that has been alive over the centuries. But that's nothing to be proud of: the company is running into losses, and needs a magical infusion of money to stay afloat. The brothers, or should I say, the youngest brother has the cleverest idea: why don't we get one of the Bennet sisters to marry us? And hence, they decide to invest 15000 pounds and show up at the Bennet Sister's Annual Charity Gala. And that's how they meet Eliza, Jane and Lydia Bennet, the owners of the Bennet Group, a conglomerate who 'could' provide the magical infusion needed by the Austen' brothers.
What happens next? Do they or do they not end up saving the company? Or do they end up with rings on the fingers instead? You'll have to read the book to find out!
While the book is a breezy read, some parts of the book were very predictable. And of course, because the "names" of the characters were loose hints to the actual Pride and Prejudice characters, I felt that the book lost a bit of its charm.
Nevertheless, I feel that fans of Jane Austen may want to give this book a try, if they're looking for a quick read.
myownbookshelves's review
5.0
What are your favorite tropes? Marriage for Hire? Enemies to Lovers? Insta-Love? How about your H/h? Need a Billionaire? A pauper in need of saving the family 'farm'? The wallflower that is forever overlooked? Now take your trope, add your characters, mix in some cheeky British humor, and maybe have the author flip all the expectations on their heads and cook it up for a serving of --
The Bachelors!
Yes, it's the story that takes our most favorite tropes and with tongue in cheek spins a delightful contemporary journey for the reader to find your other half. As the saying goes, everybody needs somebody. Each one of the main characters have found their 'perfect' somebody - whether they care to admit it or not. But it goes without saying that secondary characters can make or break a fantastic read. Ms Carter offers up some of the best with family and friends joining the frey of who gets the mark in the win column. Besides the comedic elements, you've got the perfect romance with 'fade to black' that you'll find you can recommend to the most prudish of friends - but still feel that sizzle.
Worried because 3rd person isn't your thing? Eli Carter nails the writing and intertwining of each characters story that keeps you engaged that you don't realize you've reached The End . Concerned with another 'British' book? If you can watch Notting Hill, you'll clutch your eReader to prevent it from slipping with all the giggling that will ensue. And for this reader, it ended on the perfect note. Brilliant and satisfying conclusion --- for now.
This is definitely one to show up on my eReader when I want to just have fun with the story for re-read over and over again. 5+ out of 5 stars and personal favorite.
So, wait...you know I'm a huge Austen fan. Yet, not one peep. How about you read my thoughts on that aspect in my blog - My Own Bookshelves - for release day. In all seriousness, you do not need to nor be a fan of the classic to enjoy this fun and wicked ride.
The Bachelors!
Yes, it's the story that takes our most favorite tropes and with tongue in cheek spins a delightful contemporary journey for the reader to find your other half. As the saying goes, everybody needs somebody. Each one of the main characters have found their 'perfect' somebody - whether they care to admit it or not. But it goes without saying that secondary characters can make or break a fantastic read. Ms Carter offers up some of the best with family and friends joining the frey of who gets the mark in the win column. Besides the comedic elements, you've got the perfect romance with 'fade to black' that you'll find you can recommend to the most prudish of friends - but still feel that sizzle.
Worried because 3rd person isn't your thing? Eli Carter nails the writing and intertwining of each characters story that keeps you engaged that you don't realize you've reached The End . Concerned with another 'British' book? If you can watch Notting Hill, you'll clutch your eReader to prevent it from slipping with all the giggling that will ensue. And for this reader, it ended on the perfect note. Brilliant and satisfying conclusion --- for now.
This is definitely one to show up on my eReader when I want to just have fun with the story for re-read over and over again. 5+ out of 5 stars and personal favorite.
So, wait...you know I'm a huge Austen fan. Yet, not one peep. How about you read my thoughts on that aspect in my blog - My Own Bookshelves - for release day. In all seriousness, you do not need to nor be a fan of the classic to enjoy this fun and wicked ride.
kristin's review
3.0
I liked the style, but found it a bit much as it went on. I also wasn't so happy about all of the slut shaming that takes place.
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