Reviews tagging 'Violence'

The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn

7 reviews

tarayoung's review against another edition

medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Overall, I found this book enjoyable! Kate (fmc) was very likable and had some very interesting points to her character; however, if you are looking for the diversity found in the tv show with her character, you won't find that in this book. Anthony (mmc) was a well rounded character, but as many characters in this series, does not always align with modern views since it is a historical romance. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Minor: Violence

This book does contain sexual content, however I find that portion of this series to be easily skipped without confusion. There is mild violent behavior a couple times between the main characters, and if that is something you don't wish to read for any reason be carful going into this book/series.

neurospicy_mama's review against another edition

slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.5

I gave this book 1.5 stars instead of 0 because it provided enough fodder for Shonda Rhimes to work with. Otherwise, this was my first book by this author and it will be my last. I found the combination of misogyny and violent imagery/ references both juvenile and harmful. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders and Death of parent

Moderate: Toxic relationship, Violence, and Death of parent

Minor: Toxic relationship, Violence, and Murder

At one point, the "hero" kicked a woman in the stomach while she was under a desk hiding, and this was supposed to foreshadow their passionate love. Violence isn't sexy or funny.

phillyhufflepunk's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

I liked this one better than the Duke and I, however I didn't love

the mentions of desired violence after they first met. Anthony thinks to him how much he wants to hurt her in spite of her being a lady, and Kate thinks about how she's afraid of him, simply for being found in his office.

Still less repetitive than the first book and the further I read, the better I liked it. 

Notes: There were a few weird spelling/grammar mishaps. This edition also had the 2nd epilogue in the back. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Moderate: Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexism, Grief, Death of parent, and Injury/Injury detail

Minor: Violence

africansupremacist's review against another edition

funny hopeful reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.75

overall i had fun. it was very easy to read. i giggled and felt things (largely due to picturing Jonathan Bailey + Simone Ashley) 
anthony was a very questionable character at times - stepping on kate’s hand + saying ‘I know my rights’ when kate wanted to abstain for a week but i did love him being a complete hypocrite and also how similar he & kate were. 
Also, Kate’s main conflict being that Anthony is a whore she’s so real. ‘He would treat any woman well. And that’s the problem’ yasss
The rivals to lovers didn’t last too long which is fine because I like them as friends. 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Violence and Sexual harassment

lunep's review against another edition

lighthearted fast-paced

• 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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Cursing, Fatphobia, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Violence, Grief, Death of parent, Alcohol, and Injury/Injury detail

Moderate: Car accident

Minor: Misogyny, Sexism, and Pregnancy

itsmealexandra's review against another edition

funny tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

Horrible from beginning to end. Do not recommend at all and I really, really hope the second season manages to clean up Anthony’s character and make him somewhat decent because i certainly do not vibe with an abusive, manipulative fuckboy in desperate need for therapy. 

It was beautifully narrated in audible, though 🤷🏻‍♀️

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Violence, Death of parent, and Sexual harassment

kirbylover16's review against another edition

dark emotional fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

Definitely more problematic and less realistic than the first book. It's kinda weird that Anthony is the bad guy in the first book and this one (his own story) and I don't feel like he earned his redemption. Kate was a piece of work like Daphin and Simon but they never reached Anthony's level. I do love the two epilogues their so wholesome and sweet. Stand out parts for Colin and Newton.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, Grief, Death of parent, and Gaslighting

Moderate: Bullying, Violence, Car accident, and Sexual harassment

Minor: Body shaming and Alcohol