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halbrig7's review
dark
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
i was hoping it would be more intense
ccgwalt's review against another edition
3.0
The plot is a common one, most often found in historical novels or contemporary HQ romances. (You know...The Billionaire Italian's Shy and Destitute Virgin Employee Turned Mistress.) This is the "rich guy/poor girl who happens to work for him" plot, filled with enough meddling family members to populate several such stories. Unfortunately, almost all the tension in the book is created by these family members and their meddling, either in the past or present, so the "crisis" feels forced. I might be able to buy Connor's dad and stepmother's interference, but I can't understand or forgive Anne's grandmother. People who love you don't lie to or manipulate you.
The writing is good and I liked Anne and Connor, although I thought he was too quick to believe his stepmother, who had a history of lying and manipulation, without asking Anne to explain the situation, or to give her some credit when she did explain it.
Overall it's a fine story, and if I'd read this before reading a half-dozen similar stories I'd have probably liked it better. I'll give this a 3* for the writing and some of the humorous scenes, but only 2* for the overused plot, and the tiresome meddling family.
I enjoy Elaine Fox's Guys and Dogs series, however, they are light, humorous and fun.
The writing is good and I liked Anne and Connor, although I thought he was too quick to believe his stepmother, who had a history of lying and manipulation, without asking Anne to explain the situation, or to give her some credit when she did explain it.
Overall it's a fine story, and if I'd read this before reading a half-dozen similar stories I'd have probably liked it better. I'll give this a 3* for the writing and some of the humorous scenes, but only 2* for the overused plot, and the tiresome meddling family.
I enjoy Elaine Fox's Guys and Dogs series, however, they are light, humorous and fun.
vmp5062's review against another edition
medium-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
1.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual assault and Sexual harassment
Minor: Adult/minor relationship and Gaslighting
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