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3.75 AVERAGE
3.75 AVERAGE
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
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:
Complicated
adventurous
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I read this for a goodreads book club and I've got to say it's not my normal thing. As far as romances go, it's pretty... standard? I guess there weren't any twists and turns I wasn't expecting. The setting was nice and it was interesting to have a female protag with so much agency in an 18th centuryish setting.
Ok I get why people say this is one of the OGs, considering I couldn’t put it down.
I like to listen to audio books when I'm at the gym--it makes me forget about the clock. And so I grabbed this one and was pleasantly surprised to find a heroine that was funny, super smart, and could take on both the French and the British who were after her. While the ending dragged --just a teeny tiny tad-- I loved the resolution between the MCs and how the heroine's story in particular was resolved. It could have been written in a very predictable, trope filled way but instead the author gives a whole bunch of plot twists that had be on the edge of my seat. Also--this narrator was absolutely excellent and the way she voiced the main character was awesome!
This is one of my favorite books, I love a good spy story especially when both MC’s are spies. OH the intrigue! I was actually surprised by Annique… never would have guessed that. The love story was good too. A well rounded book that I will definitely reread.
I bought this book in an independent bookstore about a month ago and I'm glad I did! This was a great book to read. Annique Villiers is an extremely interesting spy, who has developed a flair for changing herself into a particular character/role for certain situations. You might even say she's a bit of a chameleon. Her cleverness has earned her the name "Fox Cub." But no amount of experience has prepared Annique for her match in the form of Robert Gray.
Every country has its own spy network. Gray represents England. Annique represents France. The attraction between the two is both undeniably strong and dangerous. If their "alliance" reached the wrong ears, it could spell doom for both of them and throw both nations in deep turmoil.
Joanna Bourne allows us to wonder if it is possible for love to free us from the complicated ties that come with the job. A rogue's life is never easy, but Ms. Bourne makes it seem worthwhile.
*Special Note*: There are a few sexual scenes, but I am happy to report that the book is primarily focused on the plot.
Every country has its own spy network. Gray represents England. Annique represents France. The attraction between the two is both undeniably strong and dangerous. If their "alliance" reached the wrong ears, it could spell doom for both of them and throw both nations in deep turmoil.
Joanna Bourne allows us to wonder if it is possible for love to free us from the complicated ties that come with the job. A rogue's life is never easy, but Ms. Bourne makes it seem worthwhile.
*Special Note*: There are a few sexual scenes, but I am happy to report that the book is primarily focused on the plot.
adventurous
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:
Complicated
I don't love historical romance, which affected my rating. It was captivating, but wrapped up too quickly for my taste.
adventurous
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No