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Anything but a Gentleman by Elisa Braden

finaldeztination's review

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emotional funny inspiring lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No

4.5

adrienne_adrimano's review

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3.0

This novel had a strong basis and some nice moments between the main couple and the secondary characters. This book was a slow burn. No, not just because of when they finally did the deed, but the affection and warmth between the main characters came later in the book. For example, it was still a while after he stopped avoiding Augusta (he didn't want to want her) when he finally started calling her by her pet name. There just weren't enough scenes and dialogue between Augusta and Sebastian for me.

Even though the book had
Spoilertwo romances/HEAs plus justice for Augusta's sister happening simultaneously
, I still didn't get a 4-star experience.

After reading this and [b:Twelve Nights as His Mistress|33118761|Twelve Nights as His Mistress (Rescued from Ruin, #5.5)|Elisa Braden|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1480016053l/33118761._SY75_.jpg|53785373] from the "Rescued from Ruin" series, I'm not sufficiently curious to go back and read all the other books, even with the cameos of the other characters in this book. I came this series after I finished [b:The Temptation of a Highlander|59547627|The Temptation of a Highlander (Midnight in Scotland, #3)|Elisa Braden|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1636150771l/59547627._SY75_.jpg|93784846] from the "Midnight in Scotland" series. I bring all that up to say that I can tell [a:Elisa Braden|11977191|Elisa Braden|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1449222747p2/11977191.jpg]'s sword gets sharper with each book. Each subsequent novel is better. Can't wait to read more from her!

saynabreadsbooks's review against another edition

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5.0

This is the eighth book in the Rescued from Ruin Series.
I've started reading this series in 2017 and I loved every minute of it and I couldn't wait for Sebastian to get his own story and what a story it was.
Elisa Braden is one historical romance author you should watch out for her books are so entertaining.

If you are a historical romance reader you in luck you've got 8 books to read!!!!

the_logophile's review

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5.0

Deducted the .5 star because of the unwanted story about another couple. Those pages should've been used to show us more about Sebastian and Augusta.

Edit: no need to deduct anything, this book was perfect.

ella_s93's review

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adventurous emotional medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

margincharge1's review

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

3.75

lola2024's review

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adventurous funny medium-paced

4.0

mslori's review against another edition

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

3.75

talknerdybookblog's review

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adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted medium-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? No

4.75

Representation: Indian biracial supporting character / secondary Hero

Safety Rating for Augusta and Sebastian: Safe

• No cheating
• No OW drama
• Does have mild OM drama
The Hero mistakenly believes that Augusta wants to marry a Lord, which causes some misunderstandings between them. The Heroine doesn't set the Hero straight because she wants to protect her sister's reputation.
• Does have the Hero pushing the Heroine away
• No separation


Safety Rating for Phoebe and Adam: Safe with Exceptions

• No cheating
• No OW drama
• Does have OM drama
- Heroine is pregnant with OM's baby. While she doesn't want to marry the OM, she's terrified of being "ruined" and the implications in such a class-based society. Plus, her child would be taken care of if she were to marry him (she and her sister are destitute). 
• Does have the Heroine pushing the Hero away for the above reasons (plus the Hero is unaware she's pregnant with the OM's baby and doesn't think the Hero could overlook that)
• No separation


Possible Triggers: Yes

• Sexism
• Classism
• Racism
• Child abuse
• Physical abuse
• Infertility discussed


Ending:
HEA with epilogue

qsheen's review

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funny hopeful lighthearted 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? Yes

3.0