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erista's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
finding_novel_land's review against another edition
fast-paced
5.0
Utgghhh I loved thissssssss!
Incredible chemistry, humour, tension -beau-ti-ful
Ending was so short and rushed though. 10 pages conclusion. What is this?
Incredible chemistry, humour, tension -beau-ti-ful
Ending was so short and rushed though. 10 pages conclusion. What is this?
dreamywench's review
3.75
this was really fun! felt like it dragged in places but i loved the romance between the FMC and MMC!
nitzanschwarz's review
4.0
Whenever I am in need of a historical that will go deep and deal with difficult issues, I pick one of Milan's novels. She is one of those very rare authors that are unafraid to examine the unfairness of Victorian times and the position they often put women in, and she does so beautifully through mature and beautiful relationships that celebrate women, and men, and the love between them.
The Heiress Effect is no different. In it, Milan explores what a woman might do when she is put in a position where her marriage will leave her sister to harm, and what a woman who has money can afford to do in those times where women were supposed to be breathing decorations to highlight a man's success.
As always, Jane is a pristine example of Milan's heroines - smart, funny and unconventional. Jane always puts herself last, and I loved her outrageous fashion style and unwavering loyalty to her sister. In the end, it is Jane who is the strongest and bravest character in this novel. Far braver than Oliver.
But that doesn't mean I didn't like Oliver, because I adored him. Conflicted between his dreams and the way Jane could hinder them if he gives in to their attraction, but also unable not to appreciate the clever girl and her methods. His weary humor blended well with Jane's, and there wasn't anyone happier in the room when he finally said a metaphorical "screw it" to the world!
Together, these two had mad chemistry and their banter was just delightful to read. They fit, in a way that makes it natural for them to end up together. I never doubted, you guys!
The one side character that I just have to mention is Emily, Jane's sister. Emily does not know fear, and she is not going to let society and their ridiculous (yet well meaning) deeming of her "un-whole" just because she has some non life threatening seizures stop her from living life, no matter how hard they might try. And what a life she chooses to live... filled with love (to the beautiful Anjan, no less) and laughter and spunk! Rock on, girl!
The Heiress Effect is no different. In it, Milan explores what a woman might do when she is put in a position where her marriage will leave her sister to harm, and what a woman who has money can afford to do in those times where women were supposed to be breathing decorations to highlight a man's success.
As always, Jane is a pristine example of Milan's heroines - smart, funny and unconventional. Jane always puts herself last, and I loved her outrageous fashion style and unwavering loyalty to her sister. In the end, it is Jane who is the strongest and bravest character in this novel. Far braver than Oliver.
But that doesn't mean I didn't like Oliver, because I adored him. Conflicted between his dreams and the way Jane could hinder them if he gives in to their attraction, but also unable not to appreciate the clever girl and her methods. His weary humor blended well with Jane's, and there wasn't anyone happier in the room when he finally said a metaphorical "screw it" to the world!
Together, these two had mad chemistry and their banter was just delightful to read. They fit, in a way that makes it natural for them to end up together. I never doubted, you guys!
The one side character that I just have to mention is Emily, Jane's sister. Emily does not know fear, and she is not going to let society and their ridiculous (yet well meaning) deeming of her "un-whole" just because she has some non life threatening seizures stop her from living life, no matter how hard they might try. And what a life she chooses to live... filled with love (to the beautiful Anjan, no less) and laughter and spunk! Rock on, girl!
poppymonster's review
4.0
This book had me straight up cackling. I loved the way the FMC chose to avoid marriage: by acting like she wasn't intelligent enough to follow social norms and throwing insults left and right with an air of false innocence. The main FMC and MMC were a fantastic fit for one another. The MMC had soooo much crap to get over and it was annoying, but realistic, how much it deterred him from pursuing a long term relationship with FMC.
This book was unique because it had a small portion dedicated to a secondary FMC (main FMC sister) and MMC. I loved that the author delved into the depth of race issues that existed in this time frame, but felt she went a little too light on the barriers the couple would have faced.
Spice: 2/5
Trigger Warnings: medical abuse, isolation, racial discrimination, emotional abuse
This book was unique because it had a small portion dedicated to a secondary FMC (main FMC sister) and MMC. I loved that the author delved into the depth of race issues that existed in this time frame, but felt she went a little too light on the barriers the couple would have faced.
Spice: 2/5
Trigger Warnings: medical abuse, isolation, racial discrimination, emotional abuse
jjyee's review against another edition
5.0
DEFINITELY MY FAVORITE MILAN SO FAR!!! There's so much throughout where I teared up from joy (Jane and the Johnson twins establishing a friendship made me deliriously happy) and just Emotions in general (Freddy being /that/ person and just the power of storytelling which is what I'm all about). But honestly, what struck me the most and why I think this could remain my favorite Milan is what it means to suppress who you are and what you really want because that hit home with me. ALSO SHOUT OUT TO ONE OF THE MOST LOVELY SECONDARY ROMANCES IN A ROMANCE NOVEL I'VE READ. :333