nialina's review against another edition
4.0
”We are not broken things, neither of us. We are cracked pottery mended with lacquer and flakes of gold, whole as we are, complete unto each other. Complete and worthy and so very loved.”
This book is adventurous and adorable at the same time. I love Monty so very much, it’s a weird feeling to find a new favourite character like this. He’s very much my favourite thing in this book but this is well worth a read even if you don’t plan on loving him.
This book is adventurous and adorable at the same time. I love Monty so very much, it’s a weird feeling to find a new favourite character like this. He’s very much my favourite thing in this book but this is well worth a read even if you don’t plan on loving him.
cloudyworld's review
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- 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
acaciaplaceholder's review
adventurous
mysterious
reflective
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? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Violence and Child abuse
karnam's review against another edition
5.0
This book got me through my slump. Rereading it made me so happy. I just. It's so wholesome in every aspect. It has drama and comedy and it'll make you emotional. But most of all it'll make you fall in love with these characters
alexisneuville's review
4.0
kba76's review against another edition
5.0
Is this worth reading? Abso-bloody-lutely!
From its opening pages to the climax, this is a rip-roaring read that I loved for many reasons:
1. The evident love of her subject the author shows. Following our characters on their Grand Tour was an experience, with little nuggets of historical information salted away throughout.
2. Felicity. A wonderfully strong female character with a droll sense of humour, intelligence, compassion and utter fearlessness in the way she transgresses the expectations of society.
3. The humour that was evident throughout. From the acerbic wit of Monty to the scenes involving the most hapless pirates ever, I couldn't help but laugh aloud at many points in the book.
4. The positive depiction of Monty and Percy's relationship. Whether this would have actually been credible at the time simply doesn't matter. It was a privilege to watch their relationship unfold, and I was rooting for them.
5. The fact that it hooked me at the start, but just got better and better as the story unfolded.
6. The unexpected tender moments. Scipio recognising a kindred spirit in Monty, and teaching him to stand up for himself brought a tear to my eye.
Let's be honest, there will be many who will dislike this book for the very reasons I loved it. More's the pity!
For sheer exuberance this novel will be hard to beat, and it shared something of the spirit of some of the 18th-century novels I studied for my degree. Coupled with its modern sensibilities I think it's a potent combination.
From its opening pages to the climax, this is a rip-roaring read that I loved for many reasons:
1. The evident love of her subject the author shows. Following our characters on their Grand Tour was an experience, with little nuggets of historical information salted away throughout.
2. Felicity. A wonderfully strong female character with a droll sense of humour, intelligence, compassion and utter fearlessness in the way she transgresses the expectations of society.
3. The humour that was evident throughout. From the acerbic wit of Monty to the scenes involving the most hapless pirates ever, I couldn't help but laugh aloud at many points in the book.
4. The positive depiction of Monty and Percy's relationship. Whether this would have actually been credible at the time simply doesn't matter. It was a privilege to watch their relationship unfold, and I was rooting for them.
5. The fact that it hooked me at the start, but just got better and better as the story unfolded.
6. The unexpected tender moments. Scipio recognising a kindred spirit in Monty, and teaching him to stand up for himself brought a tear to my eye.
Let's be honest, there will be many who will dislike this book for the very reasons I loved it. More's the pity!
For sheer exuberance this novel will be hard to beat, and it shared something of the spirit of some of the 18th-century novels I studied for my degree. Coupled with its modern sensibilities I think it's a potent combination.
softstarrynights's review against another edition
5.0
This was one of the most anticipated releases on so many people's blogs last year, and I was interested, but not enough to pick up a copy, until now. A Gentleman's Guide... is the story of Henry "Monty" Montague as he embarks on his Grand Tour with his best friend (who he may or may not be hopelessly in love with) and his sister. This is an adventure novel plain and simple as this unlikely, but diverse, trio find themselves embroiled in an elaborate plot, and it was a trilling journey. Above all, Monty's voice, as a first person POV, was a utter joy to read, and is a character that you can't help but fall just a little bit in love with, dimples and all.
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joellynsophia's review
5.0
I would die for Monty and Percy. I would also probably die for Felicity but I don’t think she needs my help.