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forestidylls's review against another edition
3.0
Cute book. Held my attention, and happy I read it. Just a little more telling than showing in my opinion, which tended to take you out of the story a little, and occasionally a little preachy.
english_lady03's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
The Captain’s Daughter was an interesting story that worked some very interesting details into the plot: such as the work of the Victorian social reformer George Muller, and the popular composers and playwrights Gilbert and Sullivan. I didn’t know HMS Pinafore was originally written by them,
Much of the ‘action’ revolves around the heroine joining a theatre company and the lives of its members, as well as her relationship with two men: one an Anglo-Irish soldier on leave from India, and the other a charming young member of the company. Although I say ‘action’ this is not one of those fast-moving thriller type stories. It’s more a slow-paced, light historical fiction cum Romance.
The Romantic elements are not overwhelming, and the religious elements worked well into the story without being too preachy. My only complaints were that the dialogue did not always seem authentic for the time-period, and there were a few Americanisms. Londoners don’t and never have given directions by saying ‘two blocks away’. It’s not how we measure distance in British towns and cities. We also don’t say ‘someplace’. I did find those jarring at the beginning but got past it.
I would say that overall I prefer Sandra Byrd’s novels set in the Victorian period, as they tend to be more richly detailed and mysterious, but this one was still good. Probably just a matter of taste, as the former have more of a Gothic feel, and this one does not.
I requested this title from the Publisher via NetGalley. I was not required to write a positive review and all opinions expressed are my own.
The Captain’s Daughter was an interesting story that worked some very interesting details into the plot: such as the work of the Victorian social reformer George Muller, and the popular composers and playwrights Gilbert and Sullivan. I didn’t know HMS Pinafore was originally written by them,
Much of the ‘action’ revolves around the heroine joining a theatre company and the lives of its members, as well as her relationship with two men: one an Anglo-Irish soldier on leave from India, and the other a charming young member of the company. Although I say ‘action’ this is not one of those fast-moving thriller type stories. It’s more a slow-paced, light historical fiction cum Romance.
The Romantic elements are not overwhelming, and the religious elements worked well into the story without being too preachy. My only complaints were that the dialogue did not always seem authentic for the time-period, and there were a few Americanisms. Londoners don’t and never have given directions by saying ‘two blocks away’. It’s not how we measure distance in British towns and cities. We also don’t say ‘someplace’. I did find those jarring at the beginning but got past it.
I would say that overall I prefer Sandra Byrd’s novels set in the Victorian period, as they tend to be more richly detailed and mysterious, but this one was still good. Probably just a matter of taste, as the former have more of a Gothic feel, and this one does not.
I requested this title from the Publisher via NetGalley. I was not required to write a positive review and all opinions expressed are my own.
thestagedstory's review against another edition
I enjoyed it and it was a nice easy read but very anticlimactic. Not a whole lot of heightened drama.
annagean7's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
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? No
3.5
amelia990's review against another edition
4.0
This was a fun start of a series. As an opera performer, I enjoyed getting to see the theater aspects of the story. I also enjoyed that the story felt like it was always building. Sometimes these types of tales can drag, and this one did not. I did feel like it wrapped up a bit too soon, and I would have liked a bit more to get to the resolution.
meezcarrie's review against another edition
4.0
The Captain’s Daughter by Jennifer Delamere is the kind of story that wraps around you like a warm shawl and makes you wish that you could – for a brief moment anyway – join the characters and their lives in progress.
The references to George Muller (one of my faith heroes!) as well the glimpses behind the scenes of London theater, including the most popular show at the time and the one waiting in the wings, made the history/drama geek inside me fangirl-clap with delight. Nate & Rosalyn are both such compelling characters, and I fell head over heels in love with Nate’s family! The chemistry between Nate & Rosalyn is instantaneous and electric, but it’s their warm affection for each other as their friendship develops that I loved most.
Bottom Line: Victorian England comes to life on the pages of The Captain’s Daughter. I loved that the focus is not on the upper class but the everyday person, the working class, the soldier, even the theater. Warmth and humor surround the story, despite the fact that the setting walks through some seedier sides (and characters) of London. An absorbing story that keeps you intrigued until the last word and leaves you wanting more time with these new friends.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
see my full review at Reading Is My SuperPower
The references to George Muller (one of my faith heroes!) as well the glimpses behind the scenes of London theater, including the most popular show at the time and the one waiting in the wings, made the history/drama geek inside me fangirl-clap with delight. Nate & Rosalyn are both such compelling characters, and I fell head over heels in love with Nate’s family! The chemistry between Nate & Rosalyn is instantaneous and electric, but it’s their warm affection for each other as their friendship develops that I loved most.
Bottom Line: Victorian England comes to life on the pages of The Captain’s Daughter. I loved that the focus is not on the upper class but the everyday person, the working class, the soldier, even the theater. Warmth and humor surround the story, despite the fact that the setting walks through some seedier sides (and characters) of London. An absorbing story that keeps you intrigued until the last word and leaves you wanting more time with these new friends.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
see my full review at Reading Is My SuperPower
goats24's review against another edition
5.0
I don't know why I didn't read this sooner. This is a great book. I highly recommend it to fans of historical and inspirational Christian fiction.
shevach's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
3.5
It’s an engaging read hooked on first line. Doesn’t bother too much with drivel get to the point
clonazine's review against another edition
3.0
Muy linda la amistad entre los dos y como se habla de la Providencia de Dios, tiene un muy buen comienzo pero a medida que avanza la historia se pierde la chispa y los personajes me terminaron pareciendo planos. Una lastima porque hasta el 50% prometía. De todas formas leanlo y saquen sus propias conclusiones, a mi me aburrió pero quiero leer algo más de la autora porque para ser el primer libro que leo de ella no fue tan malo.