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The Love Remedy by Elizabeth Everett

5 reviews

lavdisy's review

funny lighthearted mysterious tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

Although I liked the book and that little of the romance, it still wasn't enjoyable for me. There were too many elements that the author wanted to bring in, but the execution of the storyline was quite poor. Some parts of the plot that I found quite interesting were just left out and not developed. The relationship between the love interests was not something I adored; I felt no chemistry between them because there were so many differences.

I kept putting this book down sometimes but rushed to finish it for the sake of my curiosity. I definitely liked it for light reading and its fast-paced plot. However, I'm sure I won't pick up the next book after this one.

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atamano's review against another edition

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emotional medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

1.75

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kryfrh's review

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Diverse cast of characters? Yes

3.25

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coziebookclub's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious reflective relaxing medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Thank you to Netgalley and Berkley Publishing for this wonderful arc! I enjoyed the feminist women-in-stem take on a Victorian-era romance between a fierce and independent apothecary and a grumpy detective. However, I wish I could have seen more pining from Thorne for Lucy. I feel like there needed to be more interactions and intimacy whether it was small romantic moments or bigger gestures and confessions of love which there wasn't much of. However, the few intimate scenes that we got were marvelous and I could really tell that Thorne knew exactly what Lucy wanted and needed. There just needed to be more development of chemistry. Sadie was also an unexpected impactful character who was very charming, and I loved to see how she softened the characters through her brightness. I loved the premise of the book, I think there was a need for better bond building between characters, but the story is still charming. Overall, I still enjoyed my read of this arc and cannot wait for the rest of the series that has so much potential like this one.

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bookameme's review

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring mysterious reflective tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

If You Don’t Read This You Will Regret It

Quote:📖

Why can’t being happy be easy?

Thoughts: 💡
Oh my lord I adore this! The characters were incredibly endearing and I found myself laughing out loud so many times. There are parts that felt so poignantly heartbreaking and relatable that I had to question if the struggles were really so similar between a modern woman and one from Victorian England.
The presence of the overtly stringent patriarchy and the way that they capitalized on common issues with propaganda was both historically accurate and modernly relevant.
I loved that the characters were all multifaceted with relatable flaws and believable circumstances that initiated the changes and development in their character. Every character in this book made an impact from the smart, science-minded, and savvy Peterson sisters, to the taciturn and practical Thorne, to the humorous and ever curious minded nine year old Sadie.
The plot was smart and well pieced together, and the story incredibly well edited; but it was the characters that stole the show.
After all, it’s always fun to see a grumpy male lead fall for the beautiful and brilliant scientist.

Fun Bits:
⚜️ Poignant Insights
⚜️ Relatable Struggles
⚜️ Hilarious Quips & Banter
⚜️ Humors Antics
⚜️ Steamy Angsty Longing Filled Slow Burn
⚜️ Positive Representation & Diverse Cast of Characters

Important Note:✨
This has a great and satisfying ending, but I need more because it’s honestly just that good!

Full Content Warning:⚠️
This book briefly touches on the racism, sexism, and poverty that was rampant for the time period; but it’s addressed in a very tasteful manner.

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Characters 💙💙💙💙💙
Historical Romance: Victorian England, Female Scientist (Women In STEM), Grumpy Sunshine, Single Parent, Getting Justice
First Person, Present Tense, Dual POV

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