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katmorrisey's review against another edition
4.0
This book was awesome. It was a new to me author and I was a little nervous about whether this would turn out well but boy I had no reason to be nervous. It had a great plot and the twist (and baddie) surprised me but it was a GOOD surprise. That added suspense was awesome and I loved the epilogue. I will definitely be reading more of this author's books!
laurenjodi's review
5.0
Wicked in Your Arms
5 Stars
At the end of years of civil war, Prince Sevatian Maksimi’s country is in dire need of stability and he is determined to do his duty and marry a suitably well-bred heiress. Grier Hadley, the illegitimate daughter of one of London’s wealthiest yet most unsavory underworld denizens, has nothing to recommend her except for an enormous dowry. Grier and Sev couldn’t be more wrong for each other, but that fact cannot stop the undeniable passion and desire that spark every time they touch …
This is my first Sophie Jordon book, but it will definitely not be my last. Grier and Sevastian’s love/hate relationship is captivating and the minor suspense plot only enhances their chemistry and romance.
Sevastian starts out as one of the more obnoxious heroes ever to grace the pages of historical romance. That said, as the story progresses and the extent of his attraction and subsequent devotion toward Grier becomes evident, he more than redeems himself and becomes one of my favorite heroes in the genre.
No stranger to social stigma and ostracization, Grier is a strong and resilient heroine who faces the petty cruelties of the ton with dignity and pride. She is well aware that her only asset in the eyes of society is her father’s wealth, but she has a nobility of spirit and a profound sense of self-worth that makes her all the more appealing.
Sev and Grier’s chemistry is sizzling and their sparring is delightful. The story moves along at a rapid pace and the suspense and excitement of the climax and resolution are an added bonus.
In sum, a sensual and steamy romance with well-developed and engaging characters. Looking forward to continuing with the series.
5 Stars
At the end of years of civil war, Prince Sevatian Maksimi’s country is in dire need of stability and he is determined to do his duty and marry a suitably well-bred heiress. Grier Hadley, the illegitimate daughter of one of London’s wealthiest yet most unsavory underworld denizens, has nothing to recommend her except for an enormous dowry. Grier and Sev couldn’t be more wrong for each other, but that fact cannot stop the undeniable passion and desire that spark every time they touch …
This is my first Sophie Jordon book, but it will definitely not be my last. Grier and Sevastian’s love/hate relationship is captivating and the minor suspense plot only enhances their chemistry and romance.
Sevastian starts out as one of the more obnoxious heroes ever to grace the pages of historical romance. That said, as the story progresses and the extent of his attraction and subsequent devotion toward Grier becomes evident, he more than redeems himself and becomes one of my favorite heroes in the genre.
No stranger to social stigma and ostracization, Grier is a strong and resilient heroine who faces the petty cruelties of the ton with dignity and pride. She is well aware that her only asset in the eyes of society is her father’s wealth, but she has a nobility of spirit and a profound sense of self-worth that makes her all the more appealing.
Sev and Grier’s chemistry is sizzling and their sparring is delightful. The story moves along at a rapid pace and the suspense and excitement of the climax and resolution are an added bonus.
In sum, a sensual and steamy romance with well-developed and engaging characters. Looking forward to continuing with the series.
lucy_qhuay's review
2.0
I'm extremely disappointed with this book. It had a lot of potential, in terms of plot and character, but it didn't live up to it.
First of all, I got tired of the amount of times Sevastian said or thought Grier was ineligible and that she wasn't good enough to be his wife and, consequently, the future queen.
As such, I thought the romance came up short.
How can you feel some sort of enchantment toward the love story if the hero thinks the heroine is nothing but a lowly peasant and a bastard most of the time? I don't think that's romantic.
Plus, I was pissed when Sevastian described what he was feeling for Grier as an 'itch'. What the hell? If you have an itch, go scratch it with some common whore, you bastard!
Also, I didn't feel much emotion while reading Wicked In Your Arms. It was all very 'blah' and that's bad. I prefer to hate a book right away rather than being in this grey limbo.
I think this was my first Sophie Jordan book and the experience wasn't very good, but I'll read some other books to see if I like it.
msmattoon's review
3.0
I'm not usually a fan of historicals where the prince falls in love with/marries below his station, despite my love of fairy tales. This one was pretty good. I enjoy Sophie Jordan's work a lot, though, and will probably read almost anything she writes.
sadie_rae's review
4.0
A smart witty heroine matched with a sharp but not quite shinning Prince. Prince Sevastian now the sole heir to his grandfathers throne travels to England in hopes of finding a well dowered debutant to marry. Sadly his attention keeps wandering to the well dowered but illegitimate Grier, daughter to a man who made his fortune in questionable ways. Grier should be looking for an impoverished lord, one who would be grateful for her dowry, but after dousing Sev after over hearing his less than flattering remarks about her and her sister she finds her self quarreling with him at every turn. As the story progresses both Sev and Grier try to fight there growing attraction but eventually are found in a compromising situation and Sev finds that while he should be looking for a different candidate, he can't quite be satisfied with how things turned out. But not everyone is happy with the up coming union...
So, I just basically outlined the entire story with out giving any of the good parts away. Kudos for me, trust me there is a whole lot more sustenance to it than that. I liked how Sev and Grier played off each other, though I do believe that he was a bit of a Cad for most of the book. 4 stars for a entertaining read!
So, I just basically outlined the entire story with out giving any of the good parts away. Kudos for me, trust me there is a whole lot more sustenance to it than that. I liked how Sev and Grier played off each other, though I do believe that he was a bit of a Cad for most of the book. 4 stars for a entertaining read!
ravensherwood's review
emotional
funny
reflective
tense
fast-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? No
3.75
carleysuzanne's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-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
2.5
moviemavengal's review
4.0
Three and a half stars. The ending didn't do it for me with a mustache twirling villain.
maryhartleys's review
adventurous
lighthearted
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
3.5
lavendermarch's review
2.0
A quick, moderately enjoyable read. Lackluster plot and sexual tension, with no particularly memorable characters. Grier and Sev - points for uncommon but not difficult to remember names - were okay. I liked the alternating POVs that seem to be so common with historical romance novels, and I thought being able to see what both characters were thinking was nice.
I didn't think that any of the characters were well-fleshed out, even the mains. We knew next to nothing about their childhoods and adult lives before they met each other, besides five or six relevant details - Grier was a game keeper, Sev had an older brother, etc. Not particularly enlightening, and it contributed to the lack of memorability.
This book felt like the first half of another book. I thought there should have been more problems besides And the scene near the end was rather cliche - hello, how many times have we seen the trope? Ugh.
2 stars. I liked some aspects, but I disliked more things than I liked.
I didn't think that any of the characters were well-fleshed out, even the mains. We knew next to nothing about their childhoods and adult lives before they met each other, besides five or six relevant details - Grier was a game keeper, Sev had an older brother, etc. Not particularly enlightening, and it contributed to the lack of memorability.
This book felt like the first half of another book. I thought there should have been more problems besides
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Malcolm's jealousy.Spoiler
being caught in a compromising position2 stars. I liked some aspects, but I disliked more things than I liked.