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stinsleys's review against another edition
4.0
I wasn't sure what to expect from this book, though the description sounded very intriguing. I liked the complexities of the characters, particularly Orabella and Albin. Though I must say I thought Mr. Satine's true identity was too obvious, I would have liked a little more mystery surrounding him. The relationships between all of the characters were very convincing and the friendship and bond that Rosalyn and Orabella shared was so deep.
At times the misspellings were hard to work out, but I won't hold that against the story, as it is an unedited version. Though at times it was hard to tell what time period the story took place in because the language the characters used seemed too modern at various points in the book. Also, I liked the story so much that I wanted it to be longer (not a bad complaint, eh?).
I really am looking forward to more books from Christy Leigh Stewart, and I am glad I got the chance to read this story.
At times the misspellings were hard to work out, but I won't hold that against the story, as it is an unedited version. Though at times it was hard to tell what time period the story took place in because the language the characters used seemed too modern at various points in the book. Also, I liked the story so much that I wanted it to be longer (not a bad complaint, eh?).
I really am looking forward to more books from Christy Leigh Stewart, and I am glad I got the chance to read this story.
nattazz2's review
4.0
I enjoyed reading this story. I have to agree with the previous reviewers about the spelling and grammatical errors being a distraction at times. I hope the author is able to republish the book after some editing, because then there wouldn't be anything to detract from the story. I liked that the characters seemed to be from a different time, but their modern way of talking often threw me off, many times making me snicker. I thought I'd figured how the story would play out, but, was pleasantly surprised by the end. The book was dark at times, funny at others, and well-thought out.
Though the author mentions in her blurb that her writing career is non-existent, I would say that this book is a great first step and I'd love to read more. Keep writing!
Though the author mentions in her blurb that her writing career is non-existent, I would say that this book is a great first step and I'd love to read more. Keep writing!
sarahconnor89757's review
5.0
I have to recommend this book because I wrote it. That aside, you should get it for the cover art alone. The very talented (and SINGLE) Megan Hansen was kind enough to design it and it outshines the book itself.
Not to say that the book isn't worth reading...
Not to say that the book isn't worth reading...
linddykal's review
5.0
I thought this was a really good read!
It reminded me of dark Sense and Sensibility, if Marianne and Elinor had been abused orphans that raised themselves on the East End. While there are many romantic heroes with physical scars, etc I thought it was a refreshing change for the female characters to deal with these limitations.
I also really enjoyed the sisterhood/friendship between the two main characters. I also enjoyed how they had been beaten down, starved, and neglected their entire lives but because they had each other were able to fight through.
It reminded me of dark Sense and Sensibility, if Marianne and Elinor had been abused orphans that raised themselves on the East End. While there are many romantic heroes with physical scars, etc I thought it was a refreshing change for the female characters to deal with these limitations.
I also really enjoyed the sisterhood/friendship between the two main characters. I also enjoyed how they had been beaten down, starved, and neglected their entire lives but because they had each other were able to fight through.
meganreadsome's review
5.0
I fell in love with the characters in this book! Their situations were so sad, heart breaking even; but Orabella's funny, shrewd point of view was a page turner. I really enjoyed this story, I know I'll be reading it again!
wendysimon's review
3.0
This book had a good back story but there was so much room for development of the characters and the historical background that I felt like the story was rushed through. It would have been a much better book with more description and more character development.
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