nextfavoritebook's review against another edition
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
4.0
christyjoreads's review
5.0
I was hoping the author would land this and she did....perfectly.
After the disappointment of the first book, I was looking forward to Ashmont's story. Even though the first book was just so-so, Ashmont was such an interesting guy, I really wanted more and this delivered. His character growth was spectacular.
Duke Ashmont was the immature drunkard abandoned by his wife-to-be on their wedding day. We ended the last book with him kinda' realizing he'd been an asshole and that's why Olympia had run. In this book, with Olympia and his best friend married, he is starting to wonder if he *might* be the problem. (Hint, hint - it's totally him.)
He meets Cassandra after he fires off a gun and causes an accident. He loves her fearless, sharp honesty. She has no problem telling him- he's a reckless jerk.
Anyway, afterwards, we begin a tale loosely based on Taming of the Shrew, but not really. Cassandra is merely honest in a way most women weren't at the time. She has clear expectations and limits. She operates with open communication which is soooo refreshing for this genre.
Overall, I loved this. Sweetly romantic, but also so nice to see the man-child grow up!
SPICE🌶
After the disappointment of the first book, I was looking forward to Ashmont's story. Even though the first book was just so-so, Ashmont was such an interesting guy, I really wanted more and this delivered. His character growth was spectacular.
Duke Ashmont was the immature drunkard abandoned by his wife-to-be on their wedding day. We ended the last book with him kinda' realizing he'd been an asshole and that's why Olympia had run. In this book, with Olympia and his best friend married, he is starting to wonder if he *might* be the problem. (Hint, hint - it's totally him.)
He meets Cassandra after he fires off a gun and causes an accident. He loves her fearless, sharp honesty. She has no problem telling him- he's a reckless jerk.
Anyway, afterwards, we begin a tale loosely based on Taming of the Shrew, but not really. Cassandra is merely honest in a way most women weren't at the time. She has clear expectations and limits. She operates with open communication which is soooo refreshing for this genre.
Overall, I loved this. Sweetly romantic, but also so nice to see the man-child grow up!
SPICE🌶
littlebooklover's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
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
5.0
erinarkin20's review against another edition
4.0
I will definitely be going back to read book one of this series but I have to say, having missed that one didn't take away any enjoyment in reading this book before the first one. With that said, there is reference to things that happened in book one as the main characters there are linked to these main characters so I do want to go back to read what happens.
The characters are well developed and the story itself, pulled me in on the first page. I couldn't put this one down and kept turning the pages to see what was going to happen next with Cassandra and Ashmont.
If you're looking for a historical romance that not only has a fun story but interesting characters and of course, the romancy bits, grab this one. I love Loretta Chase's books and this is a great add to her list of books.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
The characters are well developed and the story itself, pulled me in on the first page. I couldn't put this one down and kept turning the pages to see what was going to happen next with Cassandra and Ashmont.
If you're looking for a historical romance that not only has a fun story but interesting characters and of course, the romancy bits, grab this one. I love Loretta Chase's books and this is a great add to her list of books.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
kayo32's review
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
annalwaring21's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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? No
3.75
bookwife's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed this book. Loretta Chase is one of my favorite historical romance authors.
Duke Ashmont is a side character in A Duke in Shining Armor and I have wanted his HEA ever since. He was such a funny character. I honestly loved everything about him. Cassandra has no interest in getting married.. unfortunately Cassandra and Ashmont were caught in a compromising situation and now have to get married or at least pretend to be getting married.
I love a good fake relationship story and this one was so much fun. Ashmont and Cassandra were perfect for each other. They each complimented each other personalities so well.
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the early copy!
Duke Ashmont is a side character in A Duke in Shining Armor and I have wanted his HEA ever since. He was such a funny character. I honestly loved everything about him. Cassandra has no interest in getting married.. unfortunately Cassandra and Ashmont were caught in a compromising situation and now have to get married or at least pretend to be getting married.
I love a good fake relationship story and this one was so much fun. Ashmont and Cassandra were perfect for each other. They each complimented each other personalities so well.
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the early copy!