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adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
I actually liked this one a bit better than the first. The little girl Candida is ADORABLE. Phryne goes into questionable territory (you can read it for yourself), but it all works out, I guess? It makes me question how much a female character can play into the James Bond stereotype, and how much I really want her too. But not going to lie I did have a crush on Dr. Fielding. Maybe I should hold Phryne to a higher standard-- TV Phryne I absolutely do and I love that about her how she can be promiscuous and mischievous but still ultimately look out for the greater good in a way that feels authentic-- but I find I don't miss any of the fun of her character even when allowing for her to be a bit shallow and morally gray at times.
Content Warnings
Minor: Pedophilia, Rape, Violence, Abortion, and Murder