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miljes's review against another edition
3.0
I received an ARC of this novel that is set to publish in April/May 2021. The book follows Jemima who was introduced in the first novel of the series and Daniel Thackery where hijinks, romance and intrigue ensue. I read the first book of the series and didn't love it so was interested to see how this book continued the story. I enjoyed the relationship with both Jemima and Daniel along with his daughter Hope. I also appreciated some twists that I didn't see coming, but I think that this book still lacks character development, which was better in this novel than the first in the series. I enjoyed this book more since the relationship was more fleshed out compared to the first one.
robynrambles's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
petite_bumblebeebooks's review against another edition
2.0
Review ⭐️⭐️ An Earl, the Girl, and the Toddler by Vanessa Riley
allmyfriendsareinbooks's review against another edition
3.0
An Earl, the Girl, and a Toddler is a delightful book about Daniel the Earl, Jemina the Girl, and Hope the toddler. This is Vanessa Rileys second book in the Rogues and Remarkable Women series.
plottrysts's review against another edition
3.0
This sequel to A Duke, the Lady, and a Baby follows Jemina St. Maur, introduced as a woman who had been confined to Bedlam against her will after a shipwreck left her with amnesia. This book pairs her with Daniel Thackeray, the Black barrister who freed her (and many other women) from her confinement who is now newly elevated to Earl.
We found ourselves wanting to like the book more than we actually liked it. The story seems like it would be compelling, but the relationship is slow-moving and Daniel keeps several important facts from Jemina until almost the very end. Added to that, this novel continues the unusual narrative structure from the first entry in the series - Daniel's chapters are told in a 3rd person limited narration, while Jemina's are in the first person. Unfortunately we never connected with either protagonist, despite the interesting plot and diverse cast of characters.
We do appreciate the diversity that this series adds to the plethora of historical romance, with characters of color playing an important role, as well as the limitations they face when pursuing their chosen professions. It also highlights the subordinate role that women were forced to play; even independently wealthy widows (who, according to HR tropes, have the most freedom of women at the time) could be exploited by their late husbands' families. We only wish that these parts of the novel were matched with equally-interesting characters and plots.
This objective review is based on a complimentary copy of the novel.
We found ourselves wanting to like the book more than we actually liked it. The story seems like it would be compelling, but the relationship is slow-moving and Daniel keeps several important facts from Jemina until almost the very end. Added to that, this novel continues the unusual narrative structure from the first entry in the series - Daniel's chapters are told in a 3rd person limited narration, while Jemina's are in the first person. Unfortunately we never connected with either protagonist, despite the interesting plot and diverse cast of characters.
We do appreciate the diversity that this series adds to the plethora of historical romance, with characters of color playing an important role, as well as the limitations they face when pursuing their chosen professions. It also highlights the subordinate role that women were forced to play; even independently wealthy widows (who, according to HR tropes, have the most freedom of women at the time) could be exploited by their late husbands' families. We only wish that these parts of the novel were matched with equally-interesting characters and plots.
This objective review is based on a complimentary copy of the novel.
jadecarley's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
anke_books's review against another edition
3.0
De plot zelf was goed en toch wilde ik het boek halverwege wegleggen. De schrijfstijl en opbouw van het verhaal zijn het niet helemaal voor mij.
Leuk om eens een ander soort Regency te lezen, dat wel.
Leuk om eens een ander soort Regency te lezen, dat wel.
lyndann's review against another edition
3.0
More like 2.5. I wanted to like this more, but it needed a little something. I didn't really know or understand Jemina - maybe it's because I did not read the first book? It also doesn't explain what the Widow's Grace is or why it started, which may explain the random adventuring that seems out of place. My version of the book also had a few spelling errors, which took me out of the story.
emilybordelovewrites's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
lraven13's review against another edition
4.0
3 1/2 stars
Charming, delightful characters, a fun romantic romp through regency England. There are some great possibilities here for who will we see next in the series!
Charming, delightful characters, a fun romantic romp through regency England. There are some great possibilities here for who will we see next in the series!