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aqtbenz's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Sexual content, and Dementia
Minor: Death and Death of parent
thebruce's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Dementia, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Animal death
garbage_mcsmutly's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
This was lots of fun and I'm eagerly anticipating the rest of the series!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Dementia
Moderate: Animal death, Grief, and Classism
Minor: Confinement, Physical abuse, Terminal illness, and Death of parent
samchase112's review
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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? It's complicated
4.25
Positively delightful! The cover and title pairing got me on this one, and it delivered exactly what I wanted. I adored the characters and found family of this lovely little romance — especially the absolutely loveable pairing of Arch and Clem! I was giggling and smiling and waiting for them to get together; it might be one of my favorite instances of friends-to-lovers. Truly, every page of this book was a delight, and though there were strings that didn't quite wrap up (the Morgans' father, for example) they didn't really subtract from my enjoyment. All in all, a great time, and I can't wait for the next book!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Child abuse
Minor: Death, Grief, Death of parent, and War
bookrecsbyjess's review
emotional
funny
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
Thank you to Kensington Books for this ARC of Earls Trip by Jenny Holiday. All opinions are my own.
This was my second time reading a Jenny Holiday book. I discovered her books earlier this year when I read Canadian Boyfriend, and I absolutely loved that book. I had expectations that I was going to love this book as well even though it’s a historical romance and not a contemporary romance.
I do think these expectations affected how I perceived this story because this book was drastically different than Canadian Boyfriend in writing style and pacing.
What I liked best about Earls Trip was the characters and the friendships between them.
Archie, Simon, and Effie were so lovable, and their friendship was just wholesome and so welcoming to read about. They were so supportive of each other’s passions and personalities, and I really appreciated this found family aspect since none of them had close relationships with their biological families.
Clementine was also a very likable character because she had a unique personality and interests unlike her sister Olive, which I didn’t particularly like. When I learned more about Olive’s backstory, she didn’t seem as awful, but she still wasn’t great.
The sexual innuendos were a bit much in this story. While some of them were funny, it seemed like the author was trying too hard to cram them in whenever she could.
Also, the pacing was just off in this book. The beginning of this book started off strong. I enjoyed all of the plot leading up to arriving at their residence for the earls’ trip. However, after they arrived, hardly anything happened for most of the book. The characters mostly just spent time talking. It wasn’t until near the end that the plot picked up a little and then was just wrapped right up.
Overall, I enjoyed the characters and relationships in this book, but the rest of the story fell flat for me. I would however read another book by this author since my first experience with her books was great.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Animal death, Cursing, Domestic abuse, Terminal illness, Dementia, Grief, and Death of parent
dezs_diary's review
funny
lighthearted
slow-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
4.0
What happens on Earls Trip, stays on Earls Trip.
Thank you to Kensington Books & Netgalley for this eARC!
The cover and title initially sold me on this book, and I was so happy to find a great story inside!
This modern take on historical romance had me giggling & staying up late. From the get-go, I was reminded of The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels, which I absolutely loved! I was so excited to find a book that felt similar in voice and tone to that one.
This modern take on historical romance had me giggling & staying up late. From the get-go, I was reminded of The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels, which I absolutely loved! I was so excited to find a book that felt similar in voice and tone to that one.
I think where this book really shines is in its relationships, most especially in the friendships between the three Earls. They are such sweet, understanding, and supportive friends; I loved seeing them get into shenanigans together, as well as have tender heart-to-hearts. They really give found-family vibes, and I can’t wait for the rest of their stories!
I also thought the main characters had great chemistry. And the spice was done very well!
And the ending was so sweet— I was holding back tears! Well done.
My critiques are two-fold.
Firstly, the pacing felt a bit slow at times. I think its a combination of this being a heavily character-driven novel and that the beginning started with such an action-packed bang.
Firstly, the pacing felt a bit slow at times. I think its a combination of this being a heavily character-driven novel and that the beginning started with such an action-packed bang.
Secondly, I didn’t love that Archie had to give up his one hobby, espcially when it seemed to mean so much to him . I think there were different ways to resolve that particular plot-point that wouldn’t have felt as forced. It was still an admirable gesture on his part, but it left me feeling a little uneasy.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book! I had a great time with these characters and I loved getting to know them; I’ll definitely be continuing with the series. I was delighted to read that the next book will follow Effie! Also, the title, “Manic Pixie Dream Earl”, is hilarious.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Dementia
Moderate: Misogyny and Grief
Minor: Death, Death of parent, and War
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