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3.31 AVERAGE
3.31 AVERAGE
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
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Probably just under 4 stars, but worth rounding up. This book reminded me a lot of the Luxe Series by Anna Godbersen, combined with Roses. It was a fun, enjoyable read about the elite NY society of the early 1900s and the desire to attain the one thing money can't buy in the states - an aristocratic title.
The characters were a little confusing at times, and I didn't particularly like or dislike any of them. I have one burning plot question that went unanswered, but it didn't ruin the book, just left something somewhat unexplained. It ended as I thought it would, though it also kind of just...ended. It wraps up appropriately, but also feels like she wasn't entirely sure on what note to end. And almost left the door open for a sequel, which could be fun, but isn't necessary.
Overall, if you're looking for a bubblegum book that's easy and fun to read, this should satisfy that need.
The characters were a little confusing at times, and I didn't particularly like or dislike any of them. I have one burning plot question that went unanswered, but it didn't ruin the book, just left something somewhat unexplained. It ended as I thought it would, though it also kind of just...ended. It wraps up appropriately, but also feels like she wasn't entirely sure on what note to end. And almost left the door open for a sequel, which could be fun, but isn't necessary.
Overall, if you're looking for a bubblegum book that's easy and fun to read, this should satisfy that need.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I love historical fiction, so this book was perfect for me, especially as it was all about high society and manners and romance and secrets. I would have preferred that Cora were a slightly stronger character; everyone lauds her for being so independent because she´s American, but I thought that her final decision was giving in too much. Overall, though, it was a delightful read.
10-9-2014 Noble Book Discussion: I enjoyed the book overall and we had a lively discussion.
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I grew fond of Cora throughout this story.
I think she would have been above being an influencer but I see her loving her feminine independence
In a perfect world Bertha and Cora live in a house to raise Guy
Without Ivo’s whiplash personality lol
I thought this was an ok story.
I think she would have been above being an influencer but I see her loving her feminine independence
In a perfect world Bertha and Cora live in a house to raise Guy
Without Ivo’s whiplash personality lol
I thought this was an ok story.
I listened to the audio book, which was interesting bacause of the different voices portrayed. I didn't like it at first because I originally didn't find any of the characters sympathetic. As it went along, I found Cora and Bertha to be sympathetic characters and I was rooting for both! The story line kept me guessing. I liked the ending!
I liked this book as a quick and easy read, but was disappointed by the number of places where there was an opportunity for the plot to become more interesting and engaging that were left alone. This felt to me like Wuthering Heights meets Downton Abbey, but offered very little in terms of original or unpredictable plot. If I had tried to read it at home and not on the beach where I could finish it quickly, I'm not sure of would have been engaged enough to finish it.
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
