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blondofondo's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Moderate: Alcoholism, Sexual content, and Abandonment
Minor: Terminal illness, Grief, and Death of parent
sarahflanders's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Moderate: Alcoholism, Death, Grief, Death of parent, and Alcohol
dianaschmidty's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Abandonment
Moderate: Infidelity and Grief
Minor: Death of parent
samchase112's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Graphic: Sexual content and Abandonment
Moderate: Alcoholism, Grief, Death of parent, and Alcohol
Minor: Cancer and Terminal illness
nebraskanwriter's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
The above line was the love interest’s reaction when he finds out Minerva is still a virgin and has not been “compromised.” Nope, did not like this book.
Graphic: Sexism, Sexual content, Grief, Death of parent, Gaslighting, Abandonment, and Alcohol
maryashlyn's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Sexual content, Abandonment, and Alcohol
Moderate: Alcoholism and Grief
bookishflower's review
3.5
‘She paused and then giggled. He wanted to catch the infectious sound in his fist and keep it forever’
This was my first historical romance so I didn’t know what to expect but wanted something to cure my Bridgerton season 2 (and aggressive fantasy) hangover and this did the job.
If the fake dating plot of Bridgerton season one merged with the pining of season 2 with an additional hand-flex scene borrowed from Pride and Prejudice (2005), you’d have this book.
Hugh was a flirtatious rake with a heart of gold which I’m always a softie for, Diana and Payne stole the show completely with their funny remarks and strong characterisation, and the fake fiancée lie getting increasingly more out of hand and ridiculous was highly entertaining. This was fun, easy and escapist.
However, if you’re not a fan of the miscommunication trope even a little bit probably best to put the book down. You’ll need to suspend your belief for this one for your entertainment’s sake! I also unfortunately feel Vee was too childish and selfish, acting more like a bratty five year old than a seventeen year old girl. I’m not sure how the author will make her likeable/more realistic when it comes to her book…
However, all in all, this was an entertaining, easy and funny historical romance!
Graphic: Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Infidelity
katiemack's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
I enjoy a solid fake partner trope, especially in a historical, but sometimes I wanted to shake all of the characters. Overall, though, it's a funny, farcical romp that's easy to enjoy, and Heath keeps the trope fresh by adding a hilarious cast of side characters; my favorite is the put-upon butler.
Looking forward to reading about Giles and Diana (as Heath heavily implies that this will be the next in the series)!
Moderate: Sexual content, Grief, and Abandonment