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Ana María and the Fox by Liana De la Rosa

9 reviews

kaitrates's review against another edition

hopeful informative slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.75

Like others have noted, this one leans historical fiction with romance. TBH I struggled with at times, despite my love of learning about history through histrom. I felt like the book could've done a bit less setup (e.g. did we NEED the info about Gabby and Isa's current feelings on their future matches?) and replace it with a bit more romance. Because, y'all, when these two fools are on the page together? They shine! Their interactions were the highlight of the book for me, from pushing aside their feelings in the name of duty to the most romantic wedding to their endless days in bed (featuring a bonus praise kink).

I'll continue with the series, not only because I do enjoy de la Rosa's writing but also because I'm so eager to see Gabby and Isa fall so hard for these men who *supposedly* drive them nuts. Though, if Isa doesn't get a library scene I will be BIG mad lol. I think I'll enjoy book 2 more both because its got enemies to lovers vibes and also because I'll go in knowing what to expect re: the breakdown of history vs romance.

All in all I do recommend this book and am so excited for more and more publishing houses to *finally* sign more authors of color for histroms. Here's to this continuing and growing, giving space to tell the stories that constantly get swept under the rug.

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crystalisreading's review against another edition

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adventurous informative lighthearted

Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.25

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levesc17's review against another edition

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emotional informative lighthearted tense slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.75

A slow burn romance with a diverse crew and history that isn’t often depicted in Victorian romance books. It was really interesting as a reader because at the 60% part of the book, the plot suddenly becomes suspenseful and tense filled with political sabotage— I wasn’t expecting it because the first half proceeds so much more like a slow burn romance.

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booknerderika's review against another edition

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funny hopeful lighthearted reflective tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes

5.0

Hands down one of my new favorite books!! It was entertaining and not as predictable as I expected for a romance! I kept assuming one thing only to be surprised by something else.

Ana María & Gideon were perfect for each other. I wanted more interactions between them, but I enjoyed the overall story and didn't feel like a lot of spice was needed. Although, I do hope there is more build-up in the next book. I want more angst and close encounters. If it is going to be a slow-burn enemies to lovers (which it seems like from the hints in this book) then I need more tension between the characters.

All that being said, the spicy scene dialogue was a little cringe, but I was willing to look past that since I loved the rest of the story so much. I can't wait for book 2!

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ashleycmms's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging emotional hopeful inspiring lighthearted tense medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.5

This is a hard one to rate, but a fun one to read nonetheless. Due to the identities of the main characters we have a lot of politics (and frankly some racism) at the forefront of the story. This caused the romance to start out almost as an instalove moment, but I do think the couple had several opportunities to connect, banter, and show their tenderness towards one another. Ana Maria and her sisters grow closer over their time in Europe, being able to be away from their father and his controlling tendencies, they learn who they are and stand proudly in that, which I loved. What didn't work for me, was the repetitive nature and the plot's slow going nature until around 60% into the book. I spent most of the book questioning how these two were even going to be able to get together and then when the catalyst arrived it seemed sort of out of nowhere and rushed. The characters really are the kindest (and some are the cruelest) however, so I'm considering continuing the series for sure.

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savvyrosereads's review

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adventurous emotional funny lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

Rating: 4/5 stars

Ana María and her sisters have fled to London from Mexico for their safety during the French occupation in 1863. Against both of their better judgment, Ana María begins to fall for handsome member of Parliament Gideon Fox, but the two fight to keep a lid on their attraction—until political forces push them together once and for all.

I really loved the concept of this one, which is a Victorian romance with super diverse characters that deals with aspects of history I was previously unfamiliar with and excited to learn more about. Overall, I found this to be fun and a relatively quick read—I got through most of it in a single sitting. I also LOVED the commentary about race, class, colorism, colonialism, and politics in this era in general.

That said, I also found myself wanting a bit “more” somehow—this is a slow burn in the extreme (the action doesn’t really pick up until nearly 200 pages in, in my opinion) and there were some aspects of the plot where I really needed to suspend my disbelief.

Still, I liked the characters, and I find myself really looking forward to both of Ana María’s sisters’ books, based on the hints and foreshadowing we got here. On balance, I’d definitely recommend picking this up if it sounds interesting to you!

Recommended to anyone, but especially if you like: diverse historical romance; political themes; “my wife”

CW: Kidnapping/violence; sexism; racism; mentions of slavery

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