4.27 AVERAGE

curlzymas's review against another edition

DID NOT FINISH: 32%

Honestly, too slow pacing. I love me some Adriana Herrera but not this one.
emotional funny hopeful medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

This was my first Adriana Herrera book but it won't be my last! I received an ALC of this audio book through NetGalley from Harlequin Audio. The story between the new Duke of Annan and Doctor Aurora Aurora Montalban Wright was brilliant, witty, and honest. Their passion and banter made me giddy the entire read through. I only enjoy historical romonace where the women carry modern ideas and the men support their rights and this hit all requirements. Not only was the writing amazing, but Frankie Corzo did a remarkable job narrating the characters.
inspiring medium-paced
emotional mysterious medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No

This book is part of a series, and I had not read books 1 or 2, but I was still able to enjoy this story. 
But this is a long audiobook!  It is a slow start, but the story will pick up. 
The narrator does an excellent job, given the numerous characters, most of whom have accents.
Aurora in Paris, late 1800s, is a career woman who wants to maintain her independence, but falls for the Duke.  Her job is dangerous, and she doesn't have the right pedigree, but that won't stop the Duke!
Themes of women's bodily autonomy, prejudice, and patriarchy are still relevant today.  Makes for an interesting story.  There is spice, but it can be cringey at times. 
Thank you to Netgalley and Harlequin Audio for the complimentary audiobook for review. 
adventurous challenging hopeful reflective sad medium-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
emotional funny reflective relaxing medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
hopeful lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
lighthearted medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: No
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: No