givemaribooks's review against another edition
emotional
funny
mysterious
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
3.0
As with most of the later books in this series, I have conflicted feelings about this book. There were parts I enjoyed, like the couple’s banter and I loved Alf as a character. But I struggle with the gendered language and how “girl dressed as a boy” was treated, especially Hugh’s thoughts about the situation. I wish she had been allowed to find a place in between instead of her just ending up giving up boy Alf completely to become a proper lady.
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Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual violence, Child abuse, and Pedophilia
carbs666's review
adventurous
emotional
medium-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
I love the way Hoyt tied the original force of the Maiden Lane series - The Ghost of St Giles - with the new concern of the series - defeating the Lords of Chaos. Nothing better for me than a historical romance with a woman living as a man, I truly love to see it. I think the final three books in the Maiden Lane series are the strongest, aside from Wicked Intentions which is truly superb.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Child abuse
benthic_explorer's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
It was uh...spiiiiiiicy. Also, some pretty darn good action. Rollicking good action/thriller romp. But also, did I mention it was SPICY??? 😳
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Child abuse, and Gore
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