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beingfacetious's review
2.75
I paid $0 for this book with kindle credits so nothing to complain about I guess. Writing wasn't great, side characters were interchangeable, Fun Scenes were fun enough. Decent scratch for a Bridgerton-knockoff itch.
agrippinaes's review
1.0
DNF @ 20%
Unfortunately this book just didn’t work for me. I can appreciate what the author was doing with the writing style, but I found it very dense, wordy and hard to follow. I personally found there was a lot of telling and not a lot of showing. The book just didn’t really capture my interest; I thought the concept was good but the writing style felt very dry. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing a free copy of this book.
Unfortunately this book just didn’t work for me. I can appreciate what the author was doing with the writing style, but I found it very dense, wordy and hard to follow. I personally found there was a lot of telling and not a lot of showing. The book just didn’t really capture my interest; I thought the concept was good but the writing style felt very dry. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing a free copy of this book.
anie_star's review
3.0
Lady Georgina is used to bending the rules of polite society. When a new friend invited her to a different kind of party she was eager to go, but little did she know it was a very different kind of party. She was beyond shocked when she found herself in the middle of a masked party, where participants were skimpily dressed and up to various activities for everyone to see. When a mysterious stranger offers to help, she accepts his help.
Later that summer, at another party, she runs into her mysterious stranger again, who is a notorious rake and a Duke.
I really like the premise of the story, but I felt it lacked chemistry between the MCs.
Later that summer, at another party, she runs into her mysterious stranger again, who is a notorious rake and a Duke.
I really like the premise of the story, but I felt it lacked chemistry between the MCs.
konandcompany's review
3.0
The premise of this book involves a masked meeting between strangers, where our heroine is rescued from a compromising position by the generosity of an unknown gentleman, and when they meet again, the recognition it sparks puts her reputation, once again, at risk—a situation she thought she'd luckily escaped without consequences. To make matters worse for Georgiana, the man in question happens to be a duke!
First of all, I like historical romances as a rule, but this one especially has such a unique blend of themes and characters. There's a departure from heteronormativity (frustratingly emblematic of regency novels) which plays out as rich side stories that I found myself invested in just because of the unorthodox way they're handled. The controversial dynamics, complicated desires and motivations, emerging conflicts, and genuinely tender familial relationships were compelling, engaging, and a pleasure to read!
Thank you to NetGalley, Boldwood Books and Emma Orchard for this ARC!
First of all, I like historical romances as a rule, but this one especially has such a unique blend of themes and characters. There's a departure from heteronormativity (frustratingly emblematic of regency novels) which plays out as rich side stories that I found myself invested in just because of the unorthodox way they're handled. The controversial dynamics, complicated desires and motivations, emerging conflicts, and genuinely tender familial relationships were compelling, engaging, and a pleasure to read!
Thank you to NetGalley, Boldwood Books and Emma Orchard for this ARC!
emcroll's review
4.0
Let's talk about 'A Duke of One's Own' by Emma Orchard! Picture this: it's 1816, and Lady Georgiana Pendlebury is turning heads with her rebel vibes. When she gets roped into a scandalous party, things take a wild turn. Cue the entrance of the mysterious Duke of Northriding, who's like the bad boy your mom warned you about but irresistible nonetheless. It's like a Regency rom-com waiting to happen!
First off, let me say, this book brings the heat from page one. No slow burn here; we're diving straight into the spicy stuff. Georgie and Gabriel's banter is top-notch, like watching two pros spar in a verbal fencing match. And let me tell you, the tension between them? Off the charts! But it's not all steamy glances and stolen kisses. There's genuine depth to their connection, which makes the romance all the more satisfying.
Now, I'm not saying this book will change your life, but it's darn good fun. Orchard nails the balance between humor, romance, and intrigue. Plus, I love that Georgie and Gabriel actually talk to each other instead of playing the whole 'will they, won't they' game. It adds a layer of authenticity to their relationship that I really appreciate.
In the end, 'A Duke of One's Own' is like that guilty pleasure rom-com you can't get enough of. It's the perfect escape into Regency romance, complete with scandal, secrets, and a whole lot of swooning. So, grab a cup of tea (or maybe something stronger), settle in, and get ready for a rollicking good time with Georgie and Gabriel!
Overall rating: 4 stars, 2.5 chili peppers
Big thanks to Boldwood Books for providing via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own and freely given.
First off, let me say, this book brings the heat from page one. No slow burn here; we're diving straight into the spicy stuff. Georgie and Gabriel's banter is top-notch, like watching two pros spar in a verbal fencing match. And let me tell you, the tension between them? Off the charts! But it's not all steamy glances and stolen kisses. There's genuine depth to their connection, which makes the romance all the more satisfying.
Now, I'm not saying this book will change your life, but it's darn good fun. Orchard nails the balance between humor, romance, and intrigue. Plus, I love that Georgie and Gabriel actually talk to each other instead of playing the whole 'will they, won't they' game. It adds a layer of authenticity to their relationship that I really appreciate.
In the end, 'A Duke of One's Own' is like that guilty pleasure rom-com you can't get enough of. It's the perfect escape into Regency romance, complete with scandal, secrets, and a whole lot of swooning. So, grab a cup of tea (or maybe something stronger), settle in, and get ready for a rollicking good time with Georgie and Gabriel!
Overall rating: 4 stars, 2.5 chili peppers
Big thanks to Boldwood Books for providing via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own and freely given.
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