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onefineelephant's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
slow-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
3.5
7/10. I'm glad I read this book because I appreciated some of the parts that we didn't get to see in the show and I liked getting to know the intimate thoughts of the characters (especially Brimsley). However, there were certain (small) parts of the book that differed from the show which really irked me. Also, the book completely erases the whole Lord Ledger plot line which I think completely changes Lady Danbury's character. I was really looking forward to getting to know Lady Danbury's thoughts and feelings about her illicit affair and then there was not even a hint of it in the book which was incredibly disappointing. Overall, I'm glad I read it but I doubt I will read it again and I much prefer the show to the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Sexism, Torture, Grief, Medical trauma, Toxic relationship, Mental illness, Pregnancy, Racism, Sexual content, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Death, Ableism, and Chronic illness
Minor: Domestic abuse, Animal cruelty, Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, and Dementia
kbairbooks's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
fast-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
I enjoyed reading the Bridgerton series but then I LOVED the show. Having Julia and Shonda work together to create this beautiful story was incredible and I thoroughly enjoyed both the book and show.
What a beautiful story about loving our family despite their flaws, persevering in hard times, and changing the world with our actions. Brava!
What a beautiful story about loving our family despite their flaws, persevering in hard times, and changing the world with our actions. Brava!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Torture, Dementia, Pregnancy, Injury/Injury detail, Misogyny, Panic attacks/disorders, Mental illness, and Sexual content
booksalacarte's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
5.0
5⭐️ 3🌶️
Multi POV. I loved hearing Charlotte, George, Agatha, and Brimley’s POV.
Multi POV. I loved hearing Charlotte, George, Agatha, and Brimley’s POV.
Agatha’s circumstances broke my heart. Bringing forward the historic practice of arranged marriage contracts between with children. It was a horrific common practice.
The bee Easter eggs were perfect.
The ages are accurate, but didn’t set well with the idea of Charlotte (and Agatha) being an actual child bride.
This was such an interesting look into the marriage of someone who had manic episodes and mental health issues. It was heartbreaking and eye opening.
I’m a sobbing mess at the end. Oh my! Check your trigger warnings.
🏳️🌈 rep
Miscommunication trope
Secrets
Mental health rep
Naive bride
TW
Physical and mental abuse
Abandonment
Adult/minor relationship
Classism
Confinement
Death
Forced institutionalism
Gaslighting
Racism
Medical trauma
Mental illness
Panic attacks/disorder
Pregnancy
Child birth
Rape
Schizophrenia/psychosis
Sexual content
Sexual assault
Torture
If I don’t get more of Agatha’s son, I’ll be furious. He was such a little cute addition to the story.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Confinement, Forced institutionalization, Gaslighting, Mental illness, Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Sexual content, Pregnancy, Medical trauma, and Physical abuse
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