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Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore

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emotional hopeful informative 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

4.25

I initially struggled to get into this book but am glad I gave it a second try. It’s a delightfully spicy (Victorian) pass at the Duke trope that also serves as the best articulation I have read to date of the experience of being an intelligent woman in the patriarchy.  So, in that sense, it is not the most escapist of books but is a validating, enjoyable read.

Guys, particularly those looking to Do Better, put this one at the top of your TBR. 
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