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3.75 AVERAGE
3.75 AVERAGE
It's gnu's fault if I don't like this.
And a bit of Moss's as well.
ಠ_ಠ
And a bit of Moss's as well.
ಠ_ಠ
God this book was so fucking good. I was bellyaching to myself on Twitter that I have trouble with historical romance and you know what? I figured it out. My real problem is that I don’t like historical romances where the heroines don’t have jobs. I prefer when they’re plucky working class gals or brilliant spies, like Annique of this book.
So yes. I’m tired. I can’t articulate how much I enjoyed this story so hopefully “book good!” will suffice. I made so many highlights in my Kindle edition bc this book was full of shit that made me laugh out loud or go “damn, writing like this is why I read romance”.
God I’m tired. I always say I’ll update a review after I get some rest but hopefully I get around to it tomorrow morning because I have more to say. I legit cannot keep my eyes open.
So yes. I’m tired. I can’t articulate how much I enjoyed this story so hopefully “book good!” will suffice. I made so many highlights in my Kindle edition bc this book was full of shit that made me laugh out loud or go “damn, writing like this is why I read romance”.
God I’m tired. I always say I’ll update a review after I get some rest but hopefully I get around to it tomorrow morning because I have more to say. I legit cannot keep my eyes open.
adventurous
emotional
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:
No
this was more of a 3.5 stars read for me but i am rounding it up bc i think my disappointment with it stems from all the hype this book had which created expectations in me and made me conjure up a certain idea of the plot and characters which i would have dispelled if i had bothered to read the synopsis.
the enemies to lovers aspect was rather well done, but overall, the first half was better than the second half, mostly bc i did not care for the MMC nearly as much during the second half. i also have some issues with suspending disbelief and some things being way too convenient but i wont get into specifics bc of spoilers.
the enemies to lovers aspect was rather well done, but overall, the first half was better than the second half, mostly bc i did not care for the MMC nearly as much during the second half. i also have some issues with suspending disbelief and some things being way too convenient but i wont get into specifics bc of spoilers.
adventurous
emotional
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Two spies on opposing sides found themselves thrown together on a journey of intrigue where stakes are high, and trust is precarious. This is an entertaining spy adventure with a solid plot and two very strong lead characters, although caricature villain is a disservice. The hero wholly alpha, smart, and kind of an asshole (did not like how he drugged her ) but fiercely loyal and protective. But the heroine is the star of the book for me.
She's brilliant, cunning with nerves of steel, takes everything thrown at her in stride and devises ways to face all of it. And I love how unfailingly honest she is with herself about her feelings, conflicting as they may be. The romance is a bit of a slow burn despite insta-attraction, with fair amount of fighting and tussling before they finally get there. Despite it being a bit Stockholm Syndrome-y, the romance is believable to me, and I like how matter-of-face they are in confessing their feelings, yet acknowledging the fragility of it. Love the ending!
She's brilliant, cunning with nerves of steel, takes everything thrown at her in stride and devises ways to face all of it. And I love how unfailingly honest she is with herself about her feelings, conflicting as they may be. The romance is a bit of a slow burn despite insta-attraction, with fair amount of fighting and tussling before they finally get there. Despite it being a bit Stockholm Syndrome-y, the romance is believable to me, and I like how matter-of-face they are in confessing their feelings, yet acknowledging the fragility of it. Love the ending!
dark
emotional
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
adventurous
challenging
medium-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:
No
I totally fell in love with this book. It's not perfect, as I think the heroine did turn into a typical silly romance heroine towards the end. But as a whole I thought this book was fantastic.
8/5/17 - It just as good as I remember it. Annique's unique phrasing and cadence is sheer joy. Especially her wry sense of humor!
Loved loved loved this book. Even with the problematic parts, I loved it.
Loved loved loved this book. Even with the problematic parts, I loved it.