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khaleesimod93's review
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.0
I didn't like this one as much as the others. I loved Thea. She's awesome!! But Ace was a jerk! I couldn't stand him at all. He treated Thea horribly. As well as her family and friends. He talked about the ton and nobles being snobby, but he was much worse!! Ugh! That was so frustrating. So, 4 stars instead of the 5 because it took him almost dying before he got his head out of his ass!
kirstennelson8's review
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
showmethemonet's review
3.0
I was looking forward to this book after reading the previous in the series, but it felt like a lot of the plot of was recycled. A man lower in class than the woman he wants, pushing people away because he's under threat... it felt really strange because there was no reference to what happened in the previous book (where you'd think there might be some commiseration between the lead and the previous lead, perhaps?)
Also noticed that there continue to be editing issues that only the human eye can pick up that are getting missed (I volunteer as tribute?) which always take me out of the moment. Overall despite this I was enjoying myself until the ending, which had some 'peril' that was in no way satisfying in how it resolved. No emotional payoff for me. Overall, I'd still read another book by this author if I got my hands on in...
Also noticed that there continue to be editing issues that only the human eye can pick up that are getting missed (I volunteer as tribute?) which always take me out of the moment. Overall despite this I was enjoying myself until the ending, which had some 'peril' that was in no way satisfying in how it resolved. No emotional payoff for me. Overall, I'd still read another book by this author if I got my hands on in...
emlickliter's review
4.0
I TOLD YOU NOT TO LEAVE ENEMIES AT YOUR BACK! That's probably a bit over the top, but I will tell you that I practically cheered when someone finally called a magistrate!
Also I thought Will was going to be my favorite, but Oliver was a very nice temporary book boyfriend. I will say that I'm feeling a little shorted because I want more time with Joe and Penny! I thought I would get more time while we were discussing his sister, but we did get to hang out with Oliver's brother Daniel who is going to be lots of fun I can tell. I love this family and all their sniping at one another! Its so endearingly affectionate :)
Also I thought Will was going to be my favorite, but Oliver was a very nice temporary book boyfriend. I will say that I'm feeling a little shorted because I want more time with Joe and Penny! I thought I would get more time while we were discussing his sister, but we did get to hang out with Oliver's brother Daniel who is going to be lots of fun I can tell. I love this family and all their sniping at one another! Its so endearingly affectionate :)
emilylouisef's review
3.0
Was the plot unrealistic? Yes. Did I having a fucking good time anyway? You BET.
Listen I love my historical accuracy, however this is a work of fiction, it’s not being sold as anything else, so, I like it. I love a good historical romance and this does not disappoint, none of the books in this series have disappointed.
Ace Dillinger is a man who has risen above his station and has invested his money wisely, made good business relationships and deals and friendships with powerful men. Lady Althea Ryder, who is a dukes daughter, is not what you expect from a lady, especially for her time. She’s feisty, stubborn, strong willed and good hearted. When she wants something nothing will get in her way of achieving it, even Ace Dillinger. Lady Althea mangers to talk her footman into taking her to a bare knuckle fights, definitely no place for her to be at all, there are so many risks involved, so of course when Ace see’s her he is fuming that she would put herself and her reputation at risk. They of course have met before, Ace is acquainted with her brothers, and if I’m remembering correctly he is in business with one of her brothers friends? Since this moment she is determined to spend more time with him. He is obviously well below her, he has no title, but more than enough money to support them both. However, that’s not good enough for him, he see’s himself as not good enough for her, he is, however, drawn to her. There’s something extremely compelling about her.
Wendy Vella’s writing is wonderful as usual, the world building, the characters and the the constant flow of dialogue and description is at a perfect balance.
Listen I love my historical accuracy, however this is a work of fiction, it’s not being sold as anything else, so, I like it. I love a good historical romance and this does not disappoint, none of the books in this series have disappointed.
Ace Dillinger is a man who has risen above his station and has invested his money wisely, made good business relationships and deals and friendships with powerful men. Lady Althea Ryder, who is a dukes daughter, is not what you expect from a lady, especially for her time. She’s feisty, stubborn, strong willed and good hearted. When she wants something nothing will get in her way of achieving it, even Ace Dillinger. Lady Althea mangers to talk her footman into taking her to a bare knuckle fights, definitely no place for her to be at all, there are so many risks involved, so of course when Ace see’s her he is fuming that she would put herself and her reputation at risk. They of course have met before, Ace is acquainted with her brothers, and if I’m remembering correctly he is in business with one of her brothers friends? Since this moment she is determined to spend more time with him. He is obviously well below her, he has no title, but more than enough money to support them both. However, that’s not good enough for him, he see’s himself as not good enough for her, he is, however, drawn to her. There’s something extremely compelling about her.
Wendy Vella’s writing is wonderful as usual, the world building, the characters and the the constant flow of dialogue and description is at a perfect balance.
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