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klippy's review
5.0
So far this series has been fantastic -- lots of humor. I cannot wait to start the next one in this series.
ilaurin's review
4.0
Nice romance, similar to you've got mail but in regency England. Got a bit silly in the middle as it was quite obvious the identity of the 2 correspondents but they would not see it. Picked up again and led to a predictable but satisfying ending. No original romance but still very nice hero and heroine and a nice story.
illstoptheworldandreadwithyou's review
2.0
2.5 Stars
The premise behind this book-two people falling in love via letters written under pseudonyms, only to later discover that they are members of two families with a longstanding feud-held such promise, and I really wanted to like the book.
It started off strong, but as I got farther along in the book, I found myself repeatedly checking to see how much I had left to read. Something felt lost in the tension and push-pull between the characters after the first kiss. I considered marking it as DNF but pushed myself through to the end.
Something just felt missing to me.
I also tend to like historical romances with more of a feminist bent and felt like that was lacking in this book.
Some language, like the word “demmed,” also felt overused to the point of being annoying to me.
I could tell that the author enjoyed writing this book. Unfortunately for me, I did not enjoy reading all of it.
The premise behind this book-two people falling in love via letters written under pseudonyms, only to later discover that they are members of two families with a longstanding feud-held such promise, and I really wanted to like the book.
It started off strong, but as I got farther along in the book, I found myself repeatedly checking to see how much I had left to read. Something felt lost in the tension and push-pull between the characters after the first kiss. I considered marking it as DNF but pushed myself through to the end.
Something just felt missing to me.
I also tend to like historical romances with more of a feminist bent and felt like that was lacking in this book.
Some language, like the word “demmed,” also felt overused to the point of being annoying to me.
I could tell that the author enjoyed writing this book. Unfortunately for me, I did not enjoy reading all of it.
bookloverchelle's review
4.0
Another great read from Elizabeth Boyle in the Rhymes with Love series. For generations the Dales and the Seldons have been feuding but Daphne Dale must attend the engagement ball of Tabitha and the Preston, the Duke of Seldon because Tabitha is her best friend and because she will finally be meeting the gentleman she’s been corresponding with, Mr. Dishforth. Daphne has thought that she would be regulated to the life of a spinster or a companion to an older relation but after finding and responding to Mr. Dishforth’s note in the newspaper, they have begun a correspondence and she feels she’s finally met the man of her dreams. When she spies who she thinks is the man of her dreams across the ballroom and they dance their very first waltz, Daphne can feel herself falling in love with every turn of the ballroom. Until the end of the dance when she discovers her dream man is none other than Lord Harry Seldon. Even though these two should be staying far away from each other, they are continually drawn to each other and find themselves falling in love against the better judgment of their relatives. I really enjoyed how these two came together, the connection they shared, and how fun their interactions were. I do wish there was a little more explanation of why the Dales and the Seldons were feuding but outside of that, this was a really fun story.
hillarytrotter's review
funny
lighthearted
medium-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? No
3.0
laurenexploresbooks's review
4.0
This was a passionate and delightful tale of two star crossed lovers that both exhibit a stubborn and prideful nature. This audiobook was steamy, clever, and was filled with humor. This work highlights how often family feuds from generations past can lead to many misunderstandings and preconceived notions of what it means to be a Dale or a Seldon.
diaryofthebookdragon's review
4.0
It all started very innocently with a prank between friends.
One personal 'sensible gentleman looking for a wife' ad in newspaper...
One HUGE pile of letters...
One irritated Lord Henry...
One apology from guilty cousin...
It would have probably ended here if fate or luck didn't accidentally nudged Lord Henry to glimpse one of the letters. And he could not resist to reply to a saucy little minx that lectured him on getting everyone hopes up with ad like his... Neither Lord Henry nor Daphne Dale did know that those letters will change their life...
[b:And the Miss Ran Away with the Rake|15704780|And the Miss Ran Away With The Rake (Rhymes With Love, #2)|Elizabeth Boyle|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1351009822s/15704780.jpg|21367114] starts with a practical joke and continues in humorous tone until the end. There will be a lot of funny situations, family feuds, mistaken identities, meddling cousins and strangers,...
And as a bonus - we have Mr. Muggins, an Irish terrier. Cute animals in a story are my weakness and Mr. Muggins with his soulful gazes, penchant for sausages and never-ending war with plumes and feathers was as-cute-as-they-can-get.
[b:And the Miss Ran Away with the Rake|15704780|And the Miss Ran Away With The Rake (Rhymes With Love, #2)|Elizabeth Boyle|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1351009822s/15704780.jpg|21367114] is just the kind of romance novel I love with a sweet love story, slow and intense build-up of emotions and a lot of funny situations along the way. It's the book for rainy days that will bring back the smile on your face.
My rating: 4.5 perfect stars
I recommend this book to fans of: historical romance; love stories with a slow build-up; sensible, proper and a little bit stuffy heroes; all-knowing opinionated heroines; big families that are funny addition to the story...
Disclaimer: I was given a free eBook by the publisher via Edelweiss in exchange for a honest review.
One personal 'sensible gentleman looking for a wife' ad in newspaper...
One HUGE pile of letters...
One irritated Lord Henry...
One apology from guilty cousin...
It would have probably ended here if fate or luck didn't accidentally nudged Lord Henry to glimpse one of the letters. And he could not resist to reply to a saucy little minx that lectured him on getting everyone hopes up with ad like his... Neither Lord Henry nor Daphne Dale did know that those letters will change their life...
[b:And the Miss Ran Away with the Rake|15704780|And the Miss Ran Away With The Rake (Rhymes With Love, #2)|Elizabeth Boyle|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1351009822s/15704780.jpg|21367114] starts with a practical joke and continues in humorous tone until the end. There will be a lot of funny situations, family feuds, mistaken identities, meddling cousins and strangers,...
And as a bonus - we have Mr. Muggins, an Irish terrier. Cute animals in a story are my weakness and Mr. Muggins with his soulful gazes, penchant for sausages and never-ending war with plumes and feathers was as-cute-as-they-can-get.
[b:And the Miss Ran Away with the Rake|15704780|And the Miss Ran Away With The Rake (Rhymes With Love, #2)|Elizabeth Boyle|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1351009822s/15704780.jpg|21367114] is just the kind of romance novel I love with a sweet love story, slow and intense build-up of emotions and a lot of funny situations along the way. It's the book for rainy days that will bring back the smile on your face.
My rating: 4.5 perfect stars
I recommend this book to fans of: historical romance; love stories with a slow build-up; sensible, proper and a little bit stuffy heroes; all-knowing opinionated heroines; big families that are funny addition to the story...
Disclaimer: I was given a free eBook by the publisher via Edelweiss in exchange for a honest review.
belle18244's review
4.0
Really good romance. Made me remember why I like Elizabeth Boyle's books.
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