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aitu20's review against another edition
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It's delightful and I had a lot of fun reading it. Sophie's great! It feels a bit rushed near the end. I'm not a fan of how the jail scene played out -- feels a bit all over the place. Violet Bridgerton is a gem :)
Minor: Rape
shholmes's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
great reading rut ender
Minor: Sexual assault, Sexual violence, and Rape
crystellaiza's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse and Rape
kybeaty's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Moderate: Classism and Death of parent
Minor: Rape
apirlroge's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
Graphic: Child abuse, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Classism
Minor: Rape and Death of parent
kyanca's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Minor: Rape and Sexual harassment
jaedee09's review against another edition
emotional
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
Couldn't put this one down! Enjoyed it much more than I expected. Up there with Francesca's story, though I appreciated the spice and pining in hers, and this one was much more "separated by circumstance" but both were in love with one another.
Personal Bridgerton Rankings:
1. When He Was Wicked (Francesca and Michael)
1. An Offer From a Gentleman (Benedict and Sophie)
3. It’s in His Kiss (Hyacinth and Gareth)
4. On the Way to the Wedding (Gregory and Lucy)
5. To Sir Phillip, With Love (Eloise and Phillip)
6. Romancing Mr. Bridgerton (Colin and Penelope)
7. The Viscount Who Loved Me (Anthony and Kate)
8. The Duke & I (Daphne and Simon
Personal Bridgerton Rankings:
1. When He Was Wicked (Francesca and Michael)
1. An Offer From a Gentleman (Benedict and Sophie)
3. It’s in His Kiss (Hyacinth and Gareth)
4. On the Way to the Wedding (Gregory and Lucy)
5. To Sir Phillip, With Love (Eloise and Phillip)
6. Romancing Mr. Bridgerton (Colin and Penelope)
7. The Viscount Who Loved Me (Anthony and Kate)
8. The Duke & I (Daphne and Simon
Minor: Rape
thekissballad's review against another edition
I've decided not to numerically rate this nor any Bridgerton books since I'll always be influenced by the show. Instead I'll share what I liked/disliked in comparison.
I will say, though, that I definitely liked this book better than the previous two. And that's saying something since Cinderella retellings and love at first sight aren't among my list of favorites.
While there were plenty of times Benedict was an arse & I hated him in those moments, I liked that there was finally some responsibility taken by the MCs & apologies were made. While they weren't always resolved to my liking, actions were at least taken, which was lacking in the previous books.
I do agree with many fellow post-show readers that show Benedict is superior and it will be interesting to see what all remains from this story when his season comes considering much more is already being explored with his character than we see in the book and timelines are already askewed.
Besides, book Benedict is pretty dull, yet he wonders why he's referred to as "Number 2."
Also Violet Bridgerton is the best Mama of the ton.
I will say, though, that I definitely liked this book better than the previous two. And that's saying something since Cinderella retellings and love at first sight aren't among my list of favorites.
While there were plenty of times Benedict was an arse & I hated him in those moments, I liked that there was finally some responsibility taken by the MCs & apologies were made. While they weren't always resolved to my liking, actions were at least taken, which was lacking in the previous books.
I do agree with many fellow post-show readers that show Benedict is superior and it will be interesting to see what all remains from this story when his season comes considering much more is already being explored with his character than we see in the book and timelines are already askewed.
Besides, book Benedict is pretty dull, yet he wonders why he's referred to as "Number 2."
Also Violet Bridgerton is the best Mama of the ton.
Minor: Rape
jjeess's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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? It's complicated
4.0
liked the book besides the part where she was sent to jail and they had to come save her. it felt a little too silly and i kept thinking while reading it how stupid it was. i think they will probably change that in the tv show. benedict was also an ass at times pressuring her to be his mistress. made it a little hard to believe he was in love with her (not to mention he kept thinking about this lady in silver) however it wasn’t enough to make me dislike the story as he seemed to develop as a character and become more self-aware. other than that tho enjoyed it from start to finish as a light read to get out of a slump. the relationship could have been fleshed out a bit more but they were also likable. best to go into it with no expectations as benedict is a bit different than the tv benedict.
Graphic: Abandonment and Emotional abuse
Minor: Rape
aliiloue's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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
3.0
leans heavily into the Cinderella aspect of the story and the love at first sight trope so the development of the their feelings felt rushed despite the author trying handwave it because of the time skip.
benedict pressuring sophie to be his mistress really gave me the ick, especially when he just wouldn't let it drop and just didn't seem to understand her pov until the 11th hour. which fine he has his revelation and apologies and gets to play saviour but i was having a hard time seeing his advances as romantic when it mostly came across as entitled. he had his moments where he was roguish and charming but he could really be a dick. idk the power dynamics weren't hitting. i did like sophie though. i enjoyed her pov
benedict pressuring sophie to be his mistress really gave me the ick, especially when he just wouldn't let it drop and just didn't seem to understand her pov until the 11th hour. which fine he has his revelation and apologies and gets to play saviour but i was having a hard time seeing his advances as romantic when it mostly came across as entitled. he had his moments where he was roguish and charming but he could really be a dick. idk the power dynamics weren't hitting. i did like sophie though. i enjoyed her pov
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Child abuse, and Toxic relationship
Moderate: Rape and Misogyny