unhingedreader's review against another edition
1.0
I started reading and i put down the book straight away when the female lead start to not *function properly* when seeing a handsome guy! Excuse me women are not that weak. It's just a handsome face.
mbomersheim's review against another edition
1.0
I genuinely don’t understand people who gave this book 5 stars. It was just bad. And quite problematic. Jesse Ward has so many red flags that they’re no longer flags, they’re flashing lights. Ava, on the other hand, is just plain unlikable. Both characters need to seek psychological help. (Also, side note: Kate is a horrible friend in my opinion because she repeatedly convinces Ava to go back to an abusive relationship, aiding Jesse on multiple occasions.)
The ending was very fitting in my opinion. It seemed inevitable that their relationship would go up in flames. The fact that Jesse is an alcoholic with violent tendencies and issues surrounding control just added to it.
I have no desire to read anything more about these characters, and if I recommend this book to anyone it will be done with the intent to inflict pain and suffering.
The ending was very fitting in my opinion. It seemed inevitable that their relationship would go up in flames. The fact that Jesse is an alcoholic with violent tendencies and issues surrounding control just added to it.
I have no desire to read anything more about these characters, and if I recommend this book to anyone it will be done with the intent to inflict pain and suffering.
multicoloredbookreviews's review against another edition
1.0
DNF at around 30%
Don't get sucked in by the pretty cover!
This book is total crap. The hero is a psycho, the heroine a complete idiot and the writing is appalling. Gave it a shot, it was beyond terrible, so I gave up.
Don't get sucked in by the pretty cover!
This book is total crap. The hero is a psycho, the heroine a complete idiot and the writing is appalling. Gave it a shot, it was beyond terrible, so I gave up.
give_me_kidrauhl's review against another edition
1.0
There aren't enough words to describe how much I loathe this book.
It was a mess. And not of the hot kind either.
Overall, Jesse was the most tolerable character, but considering how much I dislike Ava, it's nothing to be proud of.
I usually LOVE OTT heroes but he was too much even for me. If I met him in real life I would've called the police and asked for a restrictive order.
Now about ourdear, sweet Ava... I've never read about a more confused heroine. One page she wanted to stay with him foreverandever, the other she was running away. Make up your fucking mind.
Honestly, my 14 year old sister is more mature.
She was a doormat. Really, a jellyfish has more spine.
Safety:
-Not safe. Like at all.
It was a mess. And not of the hot kind either.
Overall, Jesse was the most tolerable character, but considering how much I dislike Ava, it's nothing to be proud of.
I usually LOVE OTT heroes but he was too much even for me. If I met him in real life I would've called the police and asked for a restrictive order.
Now about our
Honestly, my 14 year old sister is more mature.
She was a doormat. Really, a jellyfish has more spine.
Safety:
-Not safe. Like at all.
syndi3's review against another edition
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I was so highly anticipating listening to this audio book just based on the rating on the Goodreads. Oh boy how I was wrong!
No substance on the story. There is no connection or exploration of why Ava and Jess draw to each other than sexual attraction. Human characters are portrays like animal in mating season.
No development on the character. There is no twist or plot to allow the character to grow. I do not feel connected to either of the character. I end up hate both Ava and Jess.
The 3 stars is for the steamy sex. It is very very hot. But too repetitive which at the end becomes very boring.
No substance on the story. There is no connection or exploration of why Ava and Jess draw to each other than sexual attraction. Human characters are portrays like animal in mating season.
No development on the character. There is no twist or plot to allow the character to grow. I do not feel connected to either of the character. I end up hate both Ava and Jess.
The 3 stars is for the steamy sex. It is very very hot. But too repetitive which at the end becomes very boring.
thebritishbibliophile_'s review against another edition
5.0
My review for this phenomenal read is long overdue, but with the announcement today of 'This Woman'--which will be This Man re-told through the eyes of our Lord and master, Jesse Ward--, I think it's time that I lay down the law. Three...two...one...zeo baby.
Jodi has been an author in which I have seen for the last decade, plastered across and adorned on many a blog, Bookstagram profile, on Facebook and wherever the four corners of the internet and social media could reach. For the longest time I've wanted to pick up one of her paperbacks and as luck would have it, I snapped up This Man, this time last year--February 24th to be exact--and subsequently thereafter made a mad dash to secure the rest of the series and binge-read me some Jesse Ward.
(I'm a little late to the game, but now that I am in it I plan to read my way through Jodi's works until I have her collection fully--till the latest release--sitting on my bookcase with pride.)
Suffice to say, he and This Man lived up to everything and more that years and years of comments, blog posts, reviews and readers gushing over it had fed my mind. No, I tell a lie. He and this book stole the very breath from my body and a year on, I still haven't recovered from Mr. Ward, his chiding and all the lace. Always in lace.
I'm someone who reads a lot of books and for many years, has had firm favourites when it comes to book boyfriends, and reads that I've spoken about time and time again until I'm blue in the face. It takes something otherworldly, something so knock-your-socks off, something you'll need some lip balm after all the lip biting. This Man stepped up and did just that and more. A whole lot more. I could not have had a better introductory book to Jodi Ellen Malpas than with This Man. In the year (almost) since first picking it up at last, I don't think there has been a single week in which I haven't quoted it, spoken about it, recommended it when asked for recommended books to read, featured it in a TikTok video, or have taken numerous photos of it for different things. The Lord of the Manor truly has me under his spell. I now know how Ava feels!
I really don't want to spoil it for anyone else, even though it's been out for years at this point, because each and every single one of you truly deserve to discover the majesty of this book and its series, the power behind Jesse and Ava, their genuinely unforgettable story and journey together, and everything in between. Once you've picked up This Man, you'll never be able to forget him or put him down for more than a day.
Jodi's ability to capture me as a reader through her writing is what makes me want to write myself. I can't praise her enough or speak highly enough about how mesmerising she and her writing are. Authors and people like her are what future generations of readers and writers alike will look up to, be proud of, and hold dear as their inspirations. I'm forever grateful that she decided to write the story and lives of Jesse and Ava. The smile that forms on my face whenever I see a new reader, much like myself a year ago, pick this book up, is one I will never tire of.
Now that we're going to be fortunate to be re-living this story but through the eyes of Jesse Ward, I'm ready to welcome back the best book boyfriend--the best British book boyfriend--, lord of the manor, and ascend to Central Jessie Cloud Nine.
I'm ready, for This Woman and This Man to become one.
Jodi has been an author in which I have seen for the last decade, plastered across and adorned on many a blog, Bookstagram profile, on Facebook and wherever the four corners of the internet and social media could reach. For the longest time I've wanted to pick up one of her paperbacks and as luck would have it, I snapped up This Man, this time last year--February 24th to be exact--and subsequently thereafter made a mad dash to secure the rest of the series and binge-read me some Jesse Ward.
(I'm a little late to the game, but now that I am in it I plan to read my way through Jodi's works until I have her collection fully--till the latest release--sitting on my bookcase with pride.)
Suffice to say, he and This Man lived up to everything and more that years and years of comments, blog posts, reviews and readers gushing over it had fed my mind. No, I tell a lie. He and this book stole the very breath from my body and a year on, I still haven't recovered from Mr. Ward, his chiding and all the lace. Always in lace.
I'm someone who reads a lot of books and for many years, has had firm favourites when it comes to book boyfriends, and reads that I've spoken about time and time again until I'm blue in the face. It takes something otherworldly, something so knock-your-socks off, something you'll need some lip balm after all the lip biting. This Man stepped up and did just that and more. A whole lot more. I could not have had a better introductory book to Jodi Ellen Malpas than with This Man. In the year (almost) since first picking it up at last, I don't think there has been a single week in which I haven't quoted it, spoken about it, recommended it when asked for recommended books to read, featured it in a TikTok video, or have taken numerous photos of it for different things. The Lord of the Manor truly has me under his spell. I now know how Ava feels!
I really don't want to spoil it for anyone else, even though it's been out for years at this point, because each and every single one of you truly deserve to discover the majesty of this book and its series, the power behind Jesse and Ava, their genuinely unforgettable story and journey together, and everything in between. Once you've picked up This Man, you'll never be able to forget him or put him down for more than a day.
Jodi's ability to capture me as a reader through her writing is what makes me want to write myself. I can't praise her enough or speak highly enough about how mesmerising she and her writing are. Authors and people like her are what future generations of readers and writers alike will look up to, be proud of, and hold dear as their inspirations. I'm forever grateful that she decided to write the story and lives of Jesse and Ava. The smile that forms on my face whenever I see a new reader, much like myself a year ago, pick this book up, is one I will never tire of.
Now that we're going to be fortunate to be re-living this story but through the eyes of Jesse Ward, I'm ready to welcome back the best book boyfriend--the best British book boyfriend--, lord of the manor, and ascend to Central Jessie Cloud Nine.
I'm ready, for This Woman and This Man to become one.
jesslynn2000's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
last1ulevrc's review against another edition
It was too cheesy, not enough substance, and very unrealistic things in the sex scenes. Not to mention some harmful stereotypes are continued (I.e. not understanding the word no. Sexual harassment/rape with no trigger warnings)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, and Rape