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The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels by India Holton

13 reviews

hobbithopeful's review

funny 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? No

5.0

Witty, funny, cozy, this was such a delight to read! I love the concept of a society of refined and polished ladies who are also pirates! There was not a single chapter in this that I didn't laugh out loud, I thoroughly enjoyed every page I read.
India Holton has a very distinct writing style and I was immediately drawn in by the historical world and magic she brought. I loved how badass all the characters are, and how they ran the show and treated men with disdain or exasperation.
I am so glad this is a series, I can't wait to read the next book.
If you are looking for a cozy and funny book filled with adventures, pirates, and romance, then this is the perfect book for you. (Or if you just want to read a good book, I HIGHLY recommend!) 

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Content Warnings

Minor: Injury/Injury detail, Murder, Kidnapping, Death of parent, and Death

emilywemily6's review

adventurous challenging funny lighthearted medium-paced

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

4.25

It took me quite a bit to get into this book (maybe like 75 pages) because the premise is so wacky and writing style is so different than what I’ve read before. But this ridiculously fantastical historical romance was such a fun trip that had me smiling the whole time. I adored the characters and their whimsy and sass. This story was fun and fluffy and yet my brain had to work to understand the satire and writing style, so it was an interesting mix. I definitely want to read the next book!

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Confinement, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, Blood, and Death of parent

Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Classism, Kidnapping, and Alcohol

clairew97's review

2.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death of parent, Grief, Gun violence, Body shaming, Classism, Confinement, Cursing, Sexual content, Abandonment, Death, Alcohol, Blood, Murder, War, Injury/Injury detail, Kidnapping, Misogyny, and Sexism

soph22's review

adventurous funny lighthearted fast-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? No

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Cursing, Fatphobia, Blood, Classism, Death of parent, Drug use, Injury/Injury detail, Sexual content, Misogyny, Drug abuse, and Gun violence

alisoun's review

adventurous

3.75

This was fun and enjoyable. I loved the concept of the flying houses. 

Loved how ned was just so head over heels from first sight. I love insta love from one partner! 

I did enjoy the Flowery language lol but it did sometimes get a bit much. I also wanted a bit more 🌶️ if ya know what I mean. Like ONE more scene at the end! 

I also wanted a bit more priateing. I would have loved a scene of them stealing some jewels or something from a house like they talked about a lot! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Domestic abuse and Death of parent

Moderate: Sexual content, Sexism, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Misogyny, Injury/Injury detail, and Drug use

sophiesmallhands's review against another edition

adventurous emotional funny 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

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Moderate: Death of parent

Minor: Sexism, Misogyny, Murder, Injury/Injury detail, Abandonment, and Gun violence

kshertz's review

adventurous funny medium-paced

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

4.5

This book is hilarious. Laugh out loud funny. It’s pride and prejudice, if written in 2020, with the humor of The Princess Bride…and they’re in the supernatural world. It’s definitely a niche book but it’s my niche! I’m definitely continuing the series based on the hilarious banter alone. If you need a whimsical laugh, you have to read it!

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Content Warnings

Minor: Sexism, Sexual content, Death, Death of parent, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Misogyny, and Violence

bimeariver's review against another edition

adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes

4.5

such a gentle romance mixed with an action-packed adventure full of hidden knives and quick wit, i enjoyed this story much more than i ever expected to and am relieved of that fact. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Violence, Grief, Death of parent, and Alcohol

amberinpieces's review against another edition

adventurous funny lighthearted 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

3.25

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Sexism and Misogyny

Minor: Cursing, Kidnapping, Alcohol, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, and Drug use

vixenreader's review

adventurous funny lighthearted relaxing fast-paced

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

3.5

Be prepared for the prose of the book, since it is meant to be dry and decorative, thus providing a foil to the outrageous narrative. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Gun violence, Incest, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Blood, and Death of parent

Despite the violence, no one really ends up murdered or brutally hurt in the novel. It is a comedy after all.