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A Gentleman Never Keeps Score: Seducing the Sedgwicks by Cat Sebastian
29 reviews
_isabel_'s review against another edition
4.5
"A Gentleman Never Keeps Score" was as angsty and sweet as I hoped: this book was a peculiar mix of heart-warming and absolutely gut-wrenching, and I couldn't get enough!
Hartley and Sam stole my heart. Hartley with his wounded, prickly heart and his subtle kindness, and Sam, with his endless patience, his gentleness and in general, his dreamboat-ness; both of them were unforgettable protagonists and I loved them together to absolute bits.
Their relationship made me cry and swoon and sigh: it was utterly lovely, realistic, and the frustrations, real life issues and misunderstandings getting in the way of their love, made their final HEA even sweeter.
I also completely adored all side characters: from Kate and Nick to Alf and Sadie, and even those brief appearances of both Ben and Will, made up a cast of priceless, vivid and unforgettable side characters.
Cat Sebastian has a gift: she uses snark and light-heartedness to mask difficult themes, complex dynamics and heart-wrenching backstories and wounds, and needless to say, this second book of the Sedgwick brothers trilogy simultaneously broke my soul and made it whole.
I can't wait to read Will's story: I have no idea what to expect, but I'm sure it will be fantastic.
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Homophobia, Racism, and Pregnancy
wilybooklover's review against another edition
4.5
It was also nice to not only read a historical featuring a working class character, but really delve into the obstacles and classism such characters would face (especially one who is black, like Sam). This level of class consciousness is a rare treat. The side characters were so well-drawn and added to the cosy, found family vibe of the book. Despite the serious topics covered the overall tone was just sweetly domestic and heartwarming.
It wasn't a perfect book; there was a little too much time spent setting up the next book and the conclusion regarding the paintings seemed a little rushed. But I still adored every page.
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Homophobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Racism, Police brutality, Pregnancy, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Minor: Death, Drug use, Racial slurs, Sexual violence, and Slavery
mantaray'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: Child abuse and Sexual violence
taelights's review
- 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
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Pedophilia, Racism, Rape, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Grief, and Pregnancy
Minor: Death and Death of parent
wanderingtales'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? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Sexual content, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Racism and Sexual assault
Minor: Classism
jemjjb's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Child abuse and Sexual assault
breadbees'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
5.0
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Child abuse, Sexual content, and Classism
Moderate: Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, and Pregnancy
Minor: Death, Racism, and Alcohol
chambersaurusrx's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Moderate: Child abuse and Sexual assault
givemaribooks's review against another edition
- 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
3.0
Moderate: Child abuse
Minor: Racism
werewolvesnotswearwolves's review against another edition
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Sexual content, and Classism
Minor: Animal cruelty, Child abuse, Drug use, Sexual assault, Blood, Death of parent, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail