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4.07 AVERAGE
4.07 AVERAGE
emotional
hopeful
reflective
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:
Yes
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
Verity can be a lot to handle, likeable but still a lot. I think for me, its hard for Verity to be the only POV. I would like some of the chapters to be from her friend's or potential partner's POV to break it up.
Very enjoyable book though. A light cozy historical mystery with a nice dash of romance.
Each book so far has left me wanting more interactions with Colson and I think this ending will finally bring that around for subsequent books 🩷
Very enjoyable book though. A light cozy historical mystery with a nice dash of romance.
Each book so far has left me wanting more interactions with Colson and I think this ending will finally bring that around for subsequent books 🩷
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Verity Lark has burrowed her way into my Regency-loving heart, not that there was ever any doubt she would do so. I fell in love immediately after reading the first book in the Verity Lark Mysteries series, and I've been a devout follower ever since.
In this third installment, Verity finds herself caught in the middle of a murder plot in the French Embassy during the post-Napoleonic War era, which naturally causes quite the political scandal between France and England. Verity and her friends will have to dig into their usual bag of tricks (and disguises) in order to salvage the relationship between the two countries and save the day.
One thing I love about the Verity Lark Mysteries is the way they're fully integrated into the Regency Era, and Lynn Messina's beautiful writing perfectly captures the time period with the witty banter, the mannerisms of "polite society," and the balance between comedy and manners. There were some grammar and formatting issues I noted when reading the Kindle edition, which is perhaps my only nitpicking point to address. But, overall another great adventure for Verity Lark and her companions, and hopefully not the last.
In this third installment, Verity finds herself caught in the middle of a murder plot in the French Embassy during the post-Napoleonic War era, which naturally causes quite the political scandal between France and England. Verity and her friends will have to dig into their usual bag of tricks (and disguises) in order to salvage the relationship between the two countries and save the day.
One thing I love about the Verity Lark Mysteries is the way they're fully integrated into the Regency Era, and Lynn Messina's beautiful writing perfectly captures the time period with the witty banter, the mannerisms of "polite society," and the balance between comedy and manners. There were some grammar and formatting issues I noted when reading the Kindle edition, which is perhaps my only nitpicking point to address. But, overall another great adventure for Verity Lark and her companions, and hopefully not the last.
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
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:
Complicated
A reporter and renowned gossip, Verity is surprised by an intruder after being dumped by Hardwicke. She discovers a complex scheme involving the French embassy, a spy, and a murder. As she investigates, Hardwicke reappears, reawakening her complicated feelings.
This is the third book in a series best read in order. The novel is fast-paced with numerous characters, so don’t blink or you’ll miss something. Verity has a huge chip on her shoulder, believing that everyone misjudges her, when half the time she’s the one misjudging others. Hardwicke seems to be gradually wear down her walls, but he’s still got a way to go.
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.
This is the third book in a series best read in order. The novel is fast-paced with numerous characters, so don’t blink or you’ll miss something. Verity has a huge chip on her shoulder, believing that everyone misjudges her, when half the time she’s the one misjudging others. Hardwicke seems to be gradually wear down her walls, but he’s still got a way to go.
Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.