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mrswythe89's review against another edition
3.0
Not likely to go down as a favourite Heyer, if only because my passion is for the Regency period and this isn't set in it, but quite charming all the same. I like how genderbendy it is, though Heyer's predilection for epithets ("the large gentleman", "the mountain") was starting to get on my nerves a little.
This is an ootoro book not because the genderqueerness is annoying to the point that I feel it needs the calming influence of Fujioka Haruhi (which is my usual criterion for determining whether a book is an ootoro book), but because I think Haruhi and Prudence would get along famously. And Robin is like a short blonde Hitachiin twin, so they would get along too!
This is an ootoro book not because the genderqueerness is annoying to the point that I feel it needs the calming influence of Fujioka Haruhi (which is my usual criterion for determining whether a book is an ootoro book), but because I think Haruhi and Prudence would get along famously. And Robin is like a short blonde Hitachiin twin, so they would get along too!
cooperc879's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
asma_aj's review against another edition
4.0
In order to protect themselves from a recent political upheaval, siblings Prudence and Robin enter Polite Society at a risk of being discovered- because Prudence has taken up the guise of the young Peter Merriot, while her brother plays the beautiful sister. After the siblings rescue a young heiress from an elopement, Prudence begins to doubt her masquerade when she meets the young woman's guardian, Sir Anthony Fanshawe. For all his sleepy, handsome demeanor, Prudence is sure that he knows more than he lets on.
Really, what can I say to Heyer's writing other than I LOVED it! The subtle action and the thrilling adventure. Even though the story may seem a little improbable- espionage and gender switches- with Heyer's attention to the period's details, it's almost real and believable. And the romance, of course, is so proper and delicious. But really, she has outdone herself in creating these outrages characters. I loved them-- witty, funny, intelligent and just full of surprises. I can't wait to read more of her books.
Really, what can I say to Heyer's writing other than I LOVED it! The subtle action and the thrilling adventure. Even though the story may seem a little improbable- espionage and gender switches- with Heyer's attention to the period's details, it's almost real and believable. And the romance, of course, is so proper and delicious. But really, she has outdone herself in creating these outrages characters. I loved them-- witty, funny, intelligent and just full of surprises. I can't wait to read more of her books.
agentbird's review against another edition
5.0
Heyer publication order #4. I was apprehensive because I had yet to be completely swept off my feet but this one did it. I'm reduced to incoherent noises. Held up very well.
qwelling4's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
carleneslibrary's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Another fun story by Georgette Heyer! I wasn't sure I'd like this one. It took me a while to get into and the first half of the book seemed slow. I don't think its my favorite of hers, but I (as usual) loved the ending! The plot picked up and, while it wasn't as comedic as I usually expect from her, the adventure and romance and swashbuckling of it all left me very satisfied. I'm glad I read it and I'm excited to read more of her books soon.
wyrmst's review
4.0
Loads of fun. Perfect comfort book. Especially if you have a weak spot for the 18th century and gloves to the face XD
__meg's review against another edition
adventurous
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
rissaleighs's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 if I could!
I went in with a little skepticism. 1) it's romance. 2) the whole thing is based on a cross-dressing/disguise plot that could have been seriously gimmicky. But Heyer completely won me over on both fronts!
I think the Prudence/Anthony plot is just about the sweetest I've ever read. Is there anything more truly "romantic" than the way he sees through Prue's facade to what lies beneath? And, in her time dressed as a gentleman, Prue gets in on some swashbuckling action that is delightfully unique to read about for an 18th century female. (I mean, not counting women who are actual pirates....)
I have read only one Heyer novel before, and that when I was 14 or so. Late to the party, but I adored the witty humor that she is known for. More, please!
I went in with a little skepticism. 1) it's romance. 2) the whole thing is based on a cross-dressing/disguise plot that could have been seriously gimmicky. But Heyer completely won me over on both fronts!
I think the Prudence/Anthony plot is just about the sweetest I've ever read. Is there anything more truly "romantic" than the way he sees through Prue's facade to what lies beneath? And, in her time dressed as a gentleman, Prue gets in on some swashbuckling action that is delightfully unique to read about for an 18th century female. (I mean, not counting women who are actual pirates....)
I have read only one Heyer novel before, and that when I was 14 or so. Late to the party, but I adored the witty humor that she is known for. More, please!