forlegalreasonsidontexist's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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
drkappitan's review against another edition
3.0
I disliked Monty and his decisions to the point that the rest of the book - which certainly has some interesting characters and fun one-liners - couldn't rescue it for me.
laraed's review against another edition
4.0
4.5/5 stars
I really enjoyed this book! I'm not giving it a 5 stars because for some reason or another, it didn't have the *5 star* feeling for me (but, then I'm a picky reader), but, nevertheless, it was super fun and engaging. There were so many times where I had to put the book down and fathom what the hell had just happened. The one-liners in it were hilarious and I was full-on cackling. Monty and Percy have the sort of banter that never fails to put a smile on my face.
I loved how this book had a mixture of romance, adventure and history intertwined into its pages. I swear plot twists kept coming and I was seriously concerned for how the book was going to end. ALSO, WHY THE HELL did Percy have to have epilepsy?? It honestly broke my poor heart into a million pieces and I was so scared that something serious was going to happen to him.
THE MISCOMMUNICATION IN THIS BOOK KILLED ME. All I wanted was for Percy and Monty to be together and stupid events just kept getting in the way of their relationship. AND the fact that they didn't do anything for over 300 pages after their first kiss........
I finished this book so quickly and it was the sort of book I couldn't put down. I'm really looking forward to reading the rest of the series!
<3
I really enjoyed this book! I'm not giving it a 5 stars because for some reason or another, it didn't have the *5 star* feeling for me (but, then I'm a picky reader), but, nevertheless, it was super fun and engaging. There were so many times where I had to put the book down and fathom what the hell had just happened. The one-liners in it were hilarious and I was full-on cackling. Monty and Percy have the sort of banter that never fails to put a smile on my face.
I loved how this book had a mixture of romance, adventure and history intertwined into its pages. I swear plot twists kept coming and I was seriously concerned for how the book was going to end. ALSO, WHY THE HELL did Percy have to have epilepsy?? It honestly broke my poor heart into a million pieces and I was so scared that something serious was going to happen to him.
THE MISCOMMUNICATION IN THIS BOOK KILLED ME. All I wanted was for Percy and Monty to be together and stupid events just kept getting in the way of their relationship. AND the fact that they didn't do anything for over 300 pages after their first kiss........
I finished this book so quickly and it was the sort of book I couldn't put down. I'm really looking forward to reading the rest of the series!
<3
bumblebusra's review against another edition
2.0
Historical fiction is always a treat and getting to read about people on a quest of sorts makes it even better.
glanecia's review against another edition
5.0
Mackenzi Lee has a way with words and wit. The hilarity and clever writing is what brought me back to this book when I had many others to read. The most interesting thing to me was that I although I had nothing in common with any of the characters, I could still relate to them on a basic human level.
Also, I kept wondering if this book was historically accurate. When they used the phrase "eavesdropping", I had to wonder if that was a phrase they used in the 17th century. As it turns out, that's when it originated. I eventually stopped second-guessing the author, though part of me wants to find something historically inaccurate.
The plot involving the box, alchemy, etc was very interesting. It wasn't necessary, because I would have enjoyed just being entertained by their shenanigans. Of course, some kind of plot-line is necessary, but my point is, that it wouldn't matter what happened in the book, because the characters themselves were written so well, and with such humor, that I would have enjoyed the story no matter what adventures they had.
Also, I kept wondering if this book was historically accurate. When they used the phrase "eavesdropping", I had to wonder if that was a phrase they used in the 17th century. As it turns out, that's when it originated. I eventually stopped second-guessing the author, though part of me wants to find something historically inaccurate.
The plot involving the box, alchemy, etc was very interesting. It wasn't necessary, because I would have enjoyed just being entertained by their shenanigans. Of course, some kind of plot-line is necessary, but my point is, that it wouldn't matter what happened in the book, because the characters themselves were written so well, and with such humor, that I would have enjoyed the story no matter what adventures they had.
cathreadsalot's review against another edition
4.0
I completely understand now why this book has been nominated Best Young Adult Fiction for the 2017 Goodreads Choice Awards. It was SO FUN!
18-year-old Henry “Monty” Montague along with his 15-year-old sister Felicity, and his best friend Percy embark on their Grand Tour of Europe from 1700s England. Monty is set to take over his family’s estate upon his return, but even though he was a born and bred gentleman, Monty would be content drinking, partying, and flirting his way through life; his lust for vice trumps any and all desire to inherit his father’s estate. On top of this, he has a major crush on Percy, who will have to go to Holland once their tour is up. Not only is the clock ticking with how much time he has left to confess his love for his best friend, but one of Monty’s bad decisions leaves himself, Felicity, and Percy scrambling across Europe under different circumstances than they imagined.
This book was written with a great sense of humour and in grave detail—really making you feel as though you knew the characters and could vividly picture what 18th century Europe was like. All the main characters were likable, but Felicity was my favourite. She was the ultimate headstrong, brave, and intelligent female character, and without her, let’s just say Monty and Percy would have been in a lot more trouble.
Such a good book and something so different than the typical YA I’ve read before. Would recommend this to anyone!
18-year-old Henry “Monty” Montague along with his 15-year-old sister Felicity, and his best friend Percy embark on their Grand Tour of Europe from 1700s England. Monty is set to take over his family’s estate upon his return, but even though he was a born and bred gentleman, Monty would be content drinking, partying, and flirting his way through life; his lust for vice trumps any and all desire to inherit his father’s estate. On top of this, he has a major crush on Percy, who will have to go to Holland once their tour is up. Not only is the clock ticking with how much time he has left to confess his love for his best friend, but one of Monty’s bad decisions leaves himself, Felicity, and Percy scrambling across Europe under different circumstances than they imagined.
This book was written with a great sense of humour and in grave detail—really making you feel as though you knew the characters and could vividly picture what 18th century Europe was like. All the main characters were likable, but Felicity was my favourite. She was the ultimate headstrong, brave, and intelligent female character, and without her, let’s just say Monty and Percy would have been in a lot more trouble.
Such a good book and something so different than the typical YA I’ve read before. Would recommend this to anyone!
irena_mcg's review against another edition
4.0
Really fun book, but Felicity is the only star in this book and can't wait to read about her adventures :)
imzadirose's review against another edition
4.0
I had no idea what I was going into when I started this, but I liked it? It was slow at times but really engaging at other times. I didn't like the treatment, but unfortunately it was of the times then, and still now, as much as it saddens me. :/
Debated what to rate, but I plan to read more, so bumped it up to a 4.
Debated what to rate, but I plan to read more, so bumped it up to a 4.