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karenreader's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
justavoraciousreader's review against another edition
4.0
Vanessa Riley's story is stunning. Gripping, intense, and dramatic, this highly intriguing read had me glued to its pages, and unable to put it down. The historical elements of racism, women’s rights and mental health in the Regency period are brilliant and breathtaking... sweeping, hopeful and devastating. Bravo! #AnEarltheGirlandaToddler #NetGalley
maidmarianlib's review against another edition
3.0
Unique context, not much of a mystery after a while but the characters are interesting.
caitlin_bookchats's review against another edition
I just could not with the hero and there wasn't enough progress on the reveal I cared about.
je55ilo's review against another edition
3.0
The research and world building was excellent, but the character development wasn't my favorite, and a few of the early scenes confused me (though that may be because it's the second in a series and I haven't read the first). If you're like me and enjoy chewing the scenery while characters bring you deeply into their personal bubbles, then this book might disappoint you. I really respect the macro level, though.
mshannahrodgers's review against another edition
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
blujade's review against another edition
DNF just did not connect to the MC like I did it the first book. Loved the first book.
brittanyreadsbooks's review against another edition
4.0
I have been looking forward to reading this book since I read A Duke, the Lady and a Baby and was really excited to get access to an ARC and let me say--- it did NOT disappoint.
Jemina St. Maur’s story is an interesting one and this book really does have you second-guessing things along the way. Jemina lost her memory in a shipwreck, along with her husband, and was sent to an insane asylum by her late husband’s family. She does not know anything that happened before the accident but she does know that Daniel Thackery, the barrister who saved her and continues to help her and The Widow’s Grace, is handsome and he makes her feel things. Daniel’s story is also twisted and as things are revealed about the two of them everything becomes more and more complicated and so much more interesting.
Overall, I loved the book and the characters, it was a refreshing twist on the classic regency romance. There were a few twists I did not see coming, but in hindsight make sense, the best kinds of twists. The characters were lovable and offered insight into what it must feel to be an outsider in society. It was an adorable read and satisfied my need to learn more about Jemina after reading A Duke, the Lady and a Baby.
Thank you to the publishers for giving me early access in exchange for an honest review.
Jemina St. Maur’s story is an interesting one and this book really does have you second-guessing things along the way. Jemina lost her memory in a shipwreck, along with her husband, and was sent to an insane asylum by her late husband’s family. She does not know anything that happened before the accident but she does know that Daniel Thackery, the barrister who saved her and continues to help her and The Widow’s Grace, is handsome and he makes her feel things. Daniel’s story is also twisted and as things are revealed about the two of them everything becomes more and more complicated and so much more interesting.
Overall, I loved the book and the characters, it was a refreshing twist on the classic regency romance. There were a few twists I did not see coming, but in hindsight make sense, the best kinds of twists. The characters were lovable and offered insight into what it must feel to be an outsider in society. It was an adorable read and satisfied my need to learn more about Jemina after reading A Duke, the Lady and a Baby.
Thank you to the publishers for giving me early access in exchange for an honest review.
claracavanaugh's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
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? No
4.25