miaclem's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.0
lswanson's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
relaxing
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? Yes
3.75
Don’t usually go for romance novels, but really enjoyed this one. Such a classic and redemptive story.
readorable's review
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
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thegirlthatdreams33's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
talesuponmyshelf_'s review against another edition
4.0
4.5 This was such a sweet romance. I fell in love with Rose's character. I didn't think I would like a con woman but once you learn about her past and her heart she is so lovable. The man she tries to con sees right through her and in a way cons her back. I absolutely loved Carver! I laughed at the ruse, cried at the heartbreak, and sighed when they realized their feelings and didn't want to pretend anymore. Even after coming together they still faced obstacles and both had to realize their own fears.
ikepauh's review against another edition
As another reviewer puts it, if you want a historically accurate read, To Con a Gentleman is not the book for you. If you are into a light, fun read...it may be the book for you, dear reader.
I was drawn by the premise of the book which was unique. How did I find it? I was not invested/convinced in/of the relationship Rose and Carver were in. Their chemistry never jumped off the pages for me, so to speak. I did not care for Rose, for them when it was evident Carver wouldn't budge and open up about Claire.
I did appreciate the book shedding light on how grief emotionally wrecks a person aka Carver, renders them unable to move on from the past. Man almost lost Rose as he wallowed back and forth between the stages of grief. I was almost convinced they would never get together but then again, this is a modern historical romance where the main characters must have a HEA. The twisted part in me wanted them to both end up alone after their failed relationship.
I was drawn by the premise of the book which was unique. How did I find it? I was not invested/convinced in/of the relationship Rose and Carver were in. Their chemistry never jumped off the pages for me, so to speak. I did not care for Rose, for them when it was evident Carver wouldn't budge and open up about Claire.
I did appreciate the book shedding light on how grief emotionally wrecks a person aka Carver, renders them unable to move on from the past. Man almost lost Rose as he wallowed back and forth between the stages of grief. I was almost convinced they would never get together but then again, this is a modern historical romance where the main characters must have a HEA. The twisted part in me wanted them to both end up alone after their failed relationship.