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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.
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.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Minor: Sexual assault, Racism, and Violence
megnut's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
medium-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
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism, Sexual content, and Classism
Minor: Sexual assault and Abortion
thefarmwifereads's review
dark
reflective
slow-paced
2.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual harassment
Minor: Sexual assault
coziebookclub's review against another edition
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.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism and Addiction
Minor: Rape and Sexual assault
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