bri_839's review against another edition
5.0
An absolutely incredible book! One of the best I’ve ever read, the characters, the friendship, the care and love between the hero and heroine. The story is just perfection.
I cried at three points where the hero hurt the heroine, either through his words or pushing her away. This story touched my heart in a way that none of the books I’ve read so far this year have managed.
I cried at three points where the hero hurt the heroine, either through his words or pushing her away. This story touched my heart in a way that none of the books I’ve read so far this year have managed.
brokenrecord's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this! I mean, I didn't get super invested in the romance, but I liked both the main characters, and it was just a pleasant read. I loved how after he kisses her the first time, he's all angsty because he knows he shouldn't have kissed her, and she's just like, "Ok, but we're going to keep kissing, right?" and doesn't care about possibly damaging her reputation. I also adored Winnefred's friendship with Lily (and I really, really wish we had gotten to see more of Lily's romance; I wish she had gotten her own book, really) and how she was so grateful to Gideon for buying Lily a dress and didn't even care if he had bought her one as well. I could've done with less angsting from him at the end about how he didn't want to get married because of his tragic backstory or whatever, but otherwise this was really enjoyable!
freemajo's review
4.0
Excellent character development but starts with a light enemies to lovers trope and has an unpleasant tension at times between the hero and heroine
ccgwalt's review against another edition
4.0
Nearly a Lady is a very enjoyable Regency romance. Most readers will quickly come to care for the unusual heroine and the kind, if conflicted, hero. The writing was fluid and interesting, giving enough detail without bogging the story down. The secondary romance seemed a little rushed, or somewhat of an afterthought, but the main characters were well drawn. This isn't a complex book, but it's better than average and a worthwhile read. From the except in the back of the book, it seems Ms. Johnson intends tor revisit some very minor characters from this story in her next book. I look forward to reading it. ;-)
cmbwell's review against another edition
3.0
No real surprises in this one. Everything about the story felt familiar, to the point of dragging on too long. But the characters were likeable and the story was enjoyable enough.
lisajo85's review
5.0
This was another great story from Johnson. Her books are simple and undaunted by drama and mystery...they are just delightful stories about two deserving people finding their 'happily ever after' and falling in love. I absolutely adore them! The dialogue between this two characters was so odd at times, it was hilarious. Both had such a beautiful look on life and a strong sense of humor. They were so perfect for each other it was ridiculous!
Winnefred was fabulous! A tomboy in the country, yet a strong fearsome woman at heart. Her humility is what tore at your heartstrings. Always so concerned about others that it was so nice to see Gideon trying to take care of her. Although you could always see she didn't need anyone one to take care of her...she needed someone to share her life with. Gideon was a fabulous hero. A little quirky, a little reserved, but utterly charming. He was a classic tortured hero that I just couldn't get enough of. His one fault: he took a little too long to wake up and smell the roses. But the ending absolutely made up for it. So rewarding and so delightful!
I thought Lilly and Lucien's story certainly deserved to be told! I was so grateful for their happily ever after, but would have loved the details.
Overall...I loved it! Definite keeper!
Winnefred was fabulous! A tomboy in the country, yet a strong fearsome woman at heart. Her humility is what tore at your heartstrings. Always so concerned about others that it was so nice to see Gideon trying to take care of her. Although you could always see she didn't need anyone one to take care of her...she needed someone to share her life with. Gideon was a fabulous hero. A little quirky, a little reserved, but utterly charming. He was a classic tortured hero that I just couldn't get enough of. His one fault: he took a little too long to wake up and smell the roses. But the ending absolutely made up for it. So rewarding and so delightful!
I thought Lilly and Lucien's story certainly deserved to be told! I was so grateful for their happily ever after, but would have loved the details.
Overall...I loved it! Definite keeper!
suncani's review against another edition
4.0
For a het romance there was a remarkable lack of eye-rolling from me. It was an enjoyable story, where a marquess's brother finds out that his family was meant to be supporting a ward of the family in the wilds of Scotland but for various reasons has done a poor job. When he travels to meet the ward he finds a high spirited young woman ill-ready for a London season. Basically it's as predictable as it sounds but its fun and not as frustrating as I was expecting, although there is the predictable but irritating bullheadedness in the last third.
stormgerlock's review
3.0
Winnefred Blythe is a woman who has been abandoned almost her whole life and forced to make do with whatever she scrapes together. She's done exceptionally well for herself under the circumstances, but when Lord Gideon Haverston shows up to repay his family's debt it stirs up both of their lives. I related strongly to Winnefred's independent personality and her need to do things on her own, and I really enjoyed her confidence when voicing her opinion during a time when women were seen as merely objects.
It took me a very long time to get into this book, and I'm not sure why. I was about to give up on it, but after checking fellow goodreads reviews I discovered that Nearly a Lady had a lot of great reviews, so I decided to continue reading. While I do think it got better the more pages I got into it, I only marked it three stars. I love Winnefred and Gideon as individual characters and I was ultimately rooting for them, I was just not fully absorbed into the story. I do think that it was a good read and for fans of the author, worth reading and I would probably have had a higher opinion of it if I had read it at a different time, I was just not completely sold on the story.
It took me a very long time to get into this book, and I'm not sure why. I was about to give up on it, but after checking fellow goodreads reviews I discovered that Nearly a Lady had a lot of great reviews, so I decided to continue reading. While I do think it got better the more pages I got into it, I only marked it three stars. I love Winnefred and Gideon as individual characters and I was ultimately rooting for them, I was just not fully absorbed into the story. I do think that it was a good read and for fans of the author, worth reading and I would probably have had a higher opinion of it if I had read it at a different time, I was just not completely sold on the story.
takethyme's review
4.0
If I were to judge [b:Nearly a Lady|9633083|Nearly a Lady (Haverston Family #1)|Alissa Johnson|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1293047226l/9633083._SY75_.jpg|14520408] by the opening pages, I would be hard pressed not to award it five stars. I relished the funny moments with snarky humor and cherished those little snippets that made me smile.
The plot quickly gave way to a richer, lighter fare with an offshoot of seriousness. It reminded me of Julia Quinn’s earlier stories with a likeable heroine and wonderful hero.
I enjoyed the many conversations between Miss Winnefred Blythe and Lord Gideon Haverston. He was a tortured soul with responsibilities who finally met his heart’s desire. Only he did not know that yet. Happily, I found his forthcoming journey and friendship with Freddie endearing.
Ms. Johnson has a special knack for characterization. Gideon and Freddie were identifiable and accessible. I found their honesty, including their faults, refreshing. From an intriguing beginning to a wonderful finish, it’s easy to see why [b:Nearly a Lady|9633083|Nearly a Lady (Haverston Family #1)|Alissa Johnson|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1293047226l/9633083._SY75_.jpg|14520408] has become a favorite of so many readers.
The plot quickly gave way to a richer, lighter fare with an offshoot of seriousness. It reminded me of Julia Quinn’s earlier stories with a likeable heroine and wonderful hero.
I enjoyed the many conversations between Miss Winnefred Blythe and Lord Gideon Haverston. He was a tortured soul with responsibilities who finally met his heart’s desire. Only he did not know that yet. Happily, I found his forthcoming journey and friendship with Freddie endearing.
Ms. Johnson has a special knack for characterization. Gideon and Freddie were identifiable and accessible. I found their honesty, including their faults, refreshing. From an intriguing beginning to a wonderful finish, it’s easy to see why [b:Nearly a Lady|9633083|Nearly a Lady (Haverston Family #1)|Alissa Johnson|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1293047226l/9633083._SY75_.jpg|14520408] has become a favorite of so many readers.