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thefarmwifereads's review
dark
reflective
slow-paced
2.5
Moderate: Sexual harassment
Minor: Sexual assault
bookameme's review
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 Donโt Read This You Will Regret It
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Why canโt being happy be easy?
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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, itโs always fun to see a grumpy male lead fall for the beautiful and brilliant scientist.
Fun Bits:
โ๏ธ Poignant Insights
โ๏ธ Relatable Struggles
โ๏ธ Hilarious Quips & Banter
โ๏ธ Humors Antics
โ๏ธ Steamy Angsty Longing Filled Slow Burn
โ๏ธ Positive Representation & Diverse Cast of Characters
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This has a great and satisfying ending, but I need more because itโs honestly just that good!
Full Content Warning:โ ๏ธ
This book briefly touches on the racism, sexism, and poverty that was rampant for the time period; but itโs addressed in a very tasteful manner.
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Historical Romance: Victorian England, Female Scientist (Women In STEM), Grumpy Sunshine, Single Parent, Getting Justice
First Person, Present Tense, Dual POV
Moderate: Sexual content and Sexism
Minor: Sexual harassment and Racism
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