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alyssabridgerton's review against another edition
5.0
AHHHHHHHHHH!!!!! I’m so glad I finally read this. This is the one I was the most excited about, and it definitely didn’t disappoint. I related more to Anthony and Kate than I did with Simon and Daphne. I definitely enjoyed both of their character development. There were several scenes in here that had my wee little heart melting, and I can’t wait for more of them in the other books. Overall, I give the book 4.75/5 stars, and I definitely recommend it. The only reason it isn’t a full 5 stars is because there were some things I didn’t like, but I enjoyed almost everything.
padfootstarss's review against another edition
5.0
AHHHH
This was genuinely the best romance I have ever read.
It had enemies-to-lovers, witty characters, two brilliant leads and a dog :)
One of my new favourite books that had me grinning, swooning and sobbing at the same time.
I'm also not ashamed to admit that I was squealing aloud at the entirety of this book!
This was genuinely the best romance I have ever read.
It had enemies-to-lovers, witty characters, two brilliant leads and a dog :)
One of my new favourite books that had me grinning, swooning and sobbing at the same time.
I'm also not ashamed to admit that I was squealing aloud at the entirety of this book!
panastasia's review against another edition
4.0
Well, well well.
If it isn't my Bridgerton season 2 withdrawal making my choices for me.
Anthony I-am-a-gentleman Bridgerton, a rake if there's ever been one, must fulfil his duty to his family and marry. But his personal demons don't allow him to pursue true happiness only conditional pleasure.
He finds his perfect bride in Edwina's dazzling beauty and impeccable grace but he stumbles upon the elder, unremarkable, unapproachable sister, Kate.
Gradually, he realises that even though Edwina is every man's dream, his own dreams are plagued by Kate. But she is just as annoyed with this attraction between them because, enemies to lovers.
The slow burning, the torturous realisation, the agonising struggle, the arousing stolen moments, the gut wrenching declarations, the longing looks, the yearning for a touch, the enthusiastic consent, and ultimately the free choice to be together, will always be how this story lives in my head and it will always get a 5* review, but the book version has grown on me.
Kate was not the strong challenge she was in the show, but she had the following exchange with him when he blames her for Newton's actions at the Serpentine.
"Oh, yes, I know the secret language of the corgis. I ordered the dog to yank the lead from my hand and then, since I have the second sight, I knew that Edwina was standing right here by the Serpentine, so then I said to the dog—through our powerful mind-to-mind connection, since he was much too far away to hear my voice at this point—to change his direction, head for Edwina, and topple her into the lake."
"Sarcasm doesn’t become you, Miss Sheffield.”
“Nothing becomes you, Lord Bridgerton.”
Pure perfection!
And Anthony was a bit too forceful in their intimate moments, but the way he cried when Mary told them the story of how Kate's mother's death had traumatized her. I want to hug and punch that man in equal measure. But I am not mad at him anymore.
If it isn't my Bridgerton season 2 withdrawal making my choices for me.
Anthony I-am-a-gentleman Bridgerton, a rake if there's ever been one, must fulfil his duty to his family and marry. But his personal demons don't allow him to pursue true happiness only conditional pleasure.
He finds his perfect bride in Edwina's dazzling beauty and impeccable grace but he stumbles upon the elder, unremarkable, unapproachable sister, Kate.
Gradually, he realises that even though Edwina is every man's dream, his own dreams are plagued by Kate. But she is just as annoyed with this attraction between them because, enemies to lovers.
The slow burning, the torturous realisation, the agonising struggle, the arousing stolen moments, the gut wrenching declarations, the longing looks, the yearning for a touch, the enthusiastic consent, and ultimately the free choice to be together, will always be how this story lives in my head and it will always get a 5* review, but the book version has grown on me.
Kate was not the strong challenge she was in the show, but she had the following exchange with him when he blames her for Newton's actions at the Serpentine.
"Oh, yes, I know the secret language of the corgis. I ordered the dog to yank the lead from my hand and then, since I have the second sight, I knew that Edwina was standing right here by the Serpentine, so then I said to the dog—through our powerful mind-to-mind connection, since he was much too far away to hear my voice at this point—to change his direction, head for Edwina, and topple her into the lake."
"Sarcasm doesn’t become you, Miss Sheffield.”
“Nothing becomes you, Lord Bridgerton.”
Pure perfection!
And Anthony was a bit too forceful in their intimate moments, but the way he cried when Mary told them the story of how Kate's mother's death had traumatized her. I want to hug and punch that man in equal measure. But I am not mad at him anymore.
amilly's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-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
2.0
emilykate0214's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
kirklanddm98's review against another edition
5.0
I absolutely adored this book. I loved Anthony and Kate. This book had me so hooked. The second epilogue though gives away who Colin marries in the end.
leaht's review against another edition
5.0
"I don't believe in the glorification of murder. I do believe in the empowerment of women."
- Lady Gaga
This was an absolute hoot! I can already tell Kate and Anthony's story is going to be one of my favourite—if not THE favourite—books in this series. From start to finish, I could barely put it down and did not want to be away from their antics any longer than necessary. There was just far too much to enjoy.
Corgis! Pall Mall! Bees!
I'm obsessed with the dynamic between them. Originally, Anthony had set his cap at Kate's younger sister. The Incomparable of the season, utterly pretty and kind, she's the perfect future Viscountess he believes he won't fall in love with. But in order to get to Edwina, Anthony has to get Kate's consent, who thinks him a rake beyond reform. They genuinely dislike each other at first and use every opportunity to tease, goad, annoy, and infuriate the other.
And I loved it *cries* I laughed out loud multiple times because it was just that amusing. You can tell the pair of them are perfect for each other. To see Anthony Bridgerton, eldest son and Viscount, so riled and flabbergasted by Kate--truly the best treat life has to offer.
These books do feel somewhat dated, with the concept of consent and "no means no" appearing a little murky when compared to the romance novels written today, but all that aside, you know Kate and Anthony are so into each other. I'm fairly certain I would die for Kate and I can't wait to watch her absolutely step all over Anthony in the second season of the show.
Second Epilogue thoughts: Perfection. Chef's kiss. Masterpiece. A pall mall rematch is the exact Kate and Anthony content I needed because the pair of them are such children and my absolute favourite because of it.
My Bridgerton Rankings:
1. The Duke & I - ⭐⭐⭐
2. The Viscount Who Loved Me - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
3. An Offer From a Gentleman - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
4. Romancing Mister Bridgerton - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
5. To Sir Phillip, With Love - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
6. When He Was Wicked - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
7. It's In His Kiss - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
8. On the Way to the Wedding - ⭐⭐⭐
- Lady Gaga
This was an absolute hoot! I can already tell Kate and Anthony's story is going to be one of my favourite—if not THE favourite—books in this series. From start to finish, I could barely put it down and did not want to be away from their antics any longer than necessary. There was just far too much to enjoy.
Corgis! Pall Mall! Bees!
I'm obsessed with the dynamic between them. Originally, Anthony had set his cap at Kate's younger sister. The Incomparable of the season, utterly pretty and kind, she's the perfect future Viscountess he believes he won't fall in love with. But in order to get to Edwina, Anthony has to get Kate's consent, who thinks him a rake beyond reform. They genuinely dislike each other at first and use every opportunity to tease, goad, annoy, and infuriate the other.
And I loved it *cries* I laughed out loud multiple times because it was just that amusing. You can tell the pair of them are perfect for each other. To see Anthony Bridgerton, eldest son and Viscount, so riled and flabbergasted by Kate--truly the best treat life has to offer.
These books do feel somewhat dated, with the concept of consent and "no means no" appearing a little murky when compared to the romance novels written today, but all that aside, you know Kate and Anthony are so into each other. I'm fairly certain I would die for Kate and I can't wait to watch her absolutely step all over Anthony in the second season of the show.
Second Epilogue thoughts: Perfection. Chef's kiss. Masterpiece. A pall mall rematch is the exact Kate and Anthony content I needed because the pair of them are such children and my absolute favourite because of it.
My Bridgerton Rankings:
1. The Duke & I - ⭐⭐⭐
2. The Viscount Who Loved Me - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
3. An Offer From a Gentleman - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
4. Romancing Mister Bridgerton - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
5. To Sir Phillip, With Love - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
6. When He Was Wicked - ⭐⭐⭐⭐
7. It's In His Kiss - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
8. On the Way to the Wedding - ⭐⭐⭐