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A Rogue of One's Own by Evie Dunmore

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jelkebooks's review against another edition

funny lighthearted medium-paced

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

5.0

Oh my god, I absolutely LOVED this book. I previously read book 1 and 3 in this series and even though they weren't terrible, they were a bit boring to me. So I didn't have the highest expectations going into this book. However, this ended up being absolutely incredible. I just loved everything about this one.
Lucie and Tristan were great main characters, and their dynamic was absolutely everything. I loved how he was down bad for her from the start, and she was the one developing feelings throughout the book. Most books have it the other way around, and I honestly loved the switch up. On top of that they just a great back and forth, and they had some absolutely adorable moments together. I was utterly obsessed with the way their romance played out. They literally made me tear up with their cuteness. I even think their third act conflict was really well executed. I typically don't like those very much, but I think theirs made a lot of sense for them and their developement.
I also liked the suffragette subplot in this book. As much as I thought it was interesting part in the other books in the series I don't think it was always incorperated well, and therefore the plot could feel a bit bogged down. However, I don't think that was the case for this book. Considering Lucie is the leader of our group, she has A LOT on her plate. Therefore her work felt way more naturally incorperated into the story, also Tristan's interest for her job helped. It was great seeing him genuinely show an interest, and do the things in his power to help her out. It was just all really well done.

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laurajeangrace's review against another edition

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emotional funny medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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jencolumb0's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful medium-paced

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

5.0

This should be required reading for guys as they graduate high school. Ms. Dunmore deserves a standing ovation for how she breaks down the complexities of being female in a patriarchy - the calculations made at virtually all times - and demonstrates, with striking humanity, through engaging cis/het characters, how the patriarchy hurts everyone.

Most women will find nothing new in these pages but should have a delightfully fun time feeling seen. (A great read for those who want more of what Greta Gerwig gave the world in Barbie . . . or just want it dressed up in Victorian England.) Nonetheless, do read the content warnings first, know that it is a HEA, and that each objectionable element is challenged.

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annick's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-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

4.75

A delightful read. It’s hard to judge this reading this directly after loving the first book.

I particularly liked the interactions and authentic greyness with parents and among the secondary characters. I also liked the final act didn’t hinge on a grand gesture.

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caelfind's review against another edition

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challenging emotional hopeful medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

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hilwithonel's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted 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

4.5

I think there is alot to applaud in this historical romance. Love a secret lovesick pup cosplaying as a rake. Absolutely adore the way this book ends. Not saying cause it would spoil but it is so authentic to our MC and I appreciate the author for it.
There was sooo much going on though that no everything felt really fleshed out.
But anyways, Tristan and his poetry were still a win.

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bookishmillennial's review against another edition

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medium-paced

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

This was not my favorite of the series so far (the first one was fine!), but I will continue on and see if I like the third one. First of all, I found the inclusion of the Shiva tattoo to be ..... a choice. I don't know, I just felt it was unnecessary and if you're going to do something like this, as a white writer, you need to do your due diligence and you *need* to hire sensitivity readers. I appreciate whenever historical romance tries to add commentary on the racism, sexism, colonization, etc. of the time, but you still need to do it with immense care.

Tristan & Lucie were okay; I do enjoy a slow burn because I love the unraveling of each character and the final ultimate "okay fine you have broken down my walls and I want you!" That is always delicious. However, I just could not find the male love interest that redeemable. Was he charismatic and had his sweet moments? Yes, absolutely. I just didn't feel he redeemed himself, that's all!

Steam was a 2.5/5

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