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extracelestial's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
In terms of the story itself, this story was really adventurous and fun to follow, though witnessing the gaslighting and psychological abuse was rough. Milan did such a lovely job really helping us understand the characters’ traumas and growth to live life in abundance in spite of it. Like the first book of the series, this wasn’t as steamy as I would have liked but I still loved this.
Moderate: Abandonment, Racism, and Gaslighting
yourbookishbff's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
I struggled with the third-act conflict and wished for a bit more apology/grovel in one scene, but ultimately these two characters navigate a rocky path to a truly beautiful happily ever after. And the resolution of the family separation was heart wrenching in the best way.
I loved the audio production, but will note that Milan's author note is not included in narration and well worth reading, as she reflects on her lived experiences that informed key plot points. It is available on her website to read in full.
Graphic: Classism, Toxic relationship, Abandonment, Racism, and Racial slurs
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Gun violence, and Confinement
Minor: Sexual assault
jess_justmaybeperfect's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Graphic: Racism and Sexism
Moderate: Emotional abuse
Minor: Slavery and War
totsfions's review against another edition
- 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
3.75
Graphic: Religious bigotry
Moderate: Classism, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Sexism, Racism, Xenophobia, Misogyny, and Sexual content
Minor: Toxic friendship, Homophobia, Colonisation, and Biphobia
heydebigale's review against another edition
- 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 really loved Camilla. She’s not as “strong” of a heroine as many of Milan’s MCs but she felt very real to me. She has been deal a series of challenging circumstances and is truly desperate. Seeing her character arc was chefs kiss!
This book was funny and sweet and feminist.
Notes: primarily takes place in London, England. Camilla is an impoverished white woman working as a maid, who is the daughter of an Earl who was executed for treason. Adrian is a wealthy Black man who owns a company that creates fine plates.
Moderate: Abandonment
Minor: Racism
martamae77's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Racism, Sexual content, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Abandonment and Sexism
Minor: War, Death, Homophobia, Death of parent, and Gun violence
caseythereader's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
- Camilla and Adrian find themselves in a uniquely weird and complicated situation, and I loved watching them work through the layers of what was happening to them, and their feelings about it.
- Plus, a delightful cameo by Mrs. Martin, from a previous novella in this series. Such a treat to see her again!
Graphic: Bullying, Misogyny, Racism, Sexism, Sexual content, Abandonment, Cursing, Grief, Classism, and Death of parent
isotope_s's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Moderate: Xenophobia and Racism
relin's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Sexual content, Sexism, Toxic relationship, Racism, and Outing
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Gaslighting, Emotional abuse, Bullying, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Biphobia, Confinement, and Gun violence
They start with a forced marriage at gunpoint and then have to work together to get everything sorted out. Outing is not sexual orientation but rather parentage.kettleen's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Racism, and Religious bigotry