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A review by hobbithopeful
A Lady's Guide to Fortune-Hunting by Sophie Irwin
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Longing glances and hilarious moments made this read a welcome palate cleanser in the heavier stories I tend to find myself drawn to. Much like a nice snack, short and nice, and it didn't leave me bloated.
A true regency romp, Kitty needs a fortune to save her family from destitution and she will go to means to secure a man and his fortune. Manipulations, feminine wiles, Kitty takes no prisoners. Much to the chagrin of Lord Radcliffe, who seems to be only the one see through her manipulations and obvious fortune hunting.
I very much adored the descriptions and the dialogue. Rich clothing, and stifled manners made it so that I felt I was swirling about the ballrooms with the story. It is very much in vein as season one of Bridgerton, so fans of that will definitely enjoy this book.
The chemistry between Kitty and Radcliffe brought a smile to my face whenever the pair was on page, true foils to each other, I most enjoyed when they were driving each other wild.
(The way Lord Radcliffe is absolutely flummoxed by her showing up and making demands so early in the morning made me chuckle) "It was as if all his energy had been sapped form him in the face of that notebook, and all he could do was watch with muted despair as his previously peaceful morning faded away." I did wish they had more time together, and less with Kitty entertaining suitors that we all know she isn't going to end up with anyways.
At times I did wish the story wasn't so rushed, there were several times I felt the story could benefit from more showing than telling. I wouldn't have minded for the book to have been a bit longer, and for their to be more heart in it. At times it felt like by the time the two main characters met and started having interactions the book was already half over, or focusing on other subjects or events that I would have been spent on the main pair, especially given the short length.
I am not quite sure if I should classify this as YA or adult romance. The writing is sharp and witty, and the lack of spicy scenes makes it suitable for young ages yet still enthralling enough for an older audience with the strong writing. For the peace of my mind I am putting it into both of my shelves and calling it a day.
I enjoyed reading this, it was short and sweet, a welcome treat in my day. I do recommend it, if just so you can get to the second book in the series which I absolutely ADORE.
I was sent this book to read and review, thank you to the publisher.
A true regency romp, Kitty needs a fortune to save her family from destitution and she will go to means to secure a man and his fortune. Manipulations, feminine wiles, Kitty takes no prisoners. Much to the chagrin of Lord Radcliffe, who seems to be only the one see through her manipulations and obvious fortune hunting.
I very much adored the descriptions and the dialogue. Rich clothing, and stifled manners made it so that I felt I was swirling about the ballrooms with the story. It is very much in vein as season one of Bridgerton, so fans of that will definitely enjoy this book.
The chemistry between Kitty and Radcliffe brought a smile to my face whenever the pair was on page, true foils to each other, I most enjoyed when they were driving each other wild.
(The way Lord Radcliffe is absolutely flummoxed by her showing up and making demands so early in the morning made me chuckle) "It was as if all his energy had been sapped form him in the face of that notebook, and all he could do was watch with muted despair as his previously peaceful morning faded away." I did wish they had more time together, and less with Kitty entertaining suitors that we all know she isn't going to end up with anyways.
At times I did wish the story wasn't so rushed, there were several times I felt the story could benefit from more showing than telling. I wouldn't have minded for the book to have been a bit longer, and for their to be more heart in it. At times it felt like by the time the two main characters met and started having interactions the book was already half over, or focusing on other subjects or events that I would have been spent on the main pair, especially given the short length.
I am not quite sure if I should classify this as YA or adult romance. The writing is sharp and witty, and the lack of spicy scenes makes it suitable for young ages yet still enthralling enough for an older audience with the strong writing. For the peace of my mind I am putting it into both of my shelves and calling it a day.
I enjoyed reading this, it was short and sweet, a welcome treat in my day. I do recommend it, if just so you can get to the second book in the series which I absolutely ADORE.
I was sent this book to read and review, thank you to the publisher.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism
Minor: Panic attacks/disorders and War