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3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
DNF at 45%, plot had promise but began to jump alot, and characters were startlingly terrible.
Heartwarming
I loved this book. Both of the main characters have boatloads of angst and the story works through it with a deft hand. The love story is beautifully done and the romance scenes are quite spicy. All of the characters are well fleshed out and likable.
I loved this book. Both of the main characters have boatloads of angst and the story works through it with a deft hand. The love story is beautifully done and the romance scenes are quite spicy. All of the characters are well fleshed out and likable.
Really more like 4.5 stars.
Great characters, great plot, and great writing. After reading Artfully Yours I ran back to the library to borrow the first two books in the series, and the first one did not disappoint.
Great characters, great plot, and great writing. After reading Artfully Yours I ran back to the library to borrow the first two books in the series, and the first one did not disappoint.
Struggling art student, Lucy Coover, trips over an unconscious naked man in an alley. When she is unable to wake him, she covers him up as best as possible and heads on her way. However, she cannot get him out of her mind, and since women cannot attend the life classes at the Royal Academy she decides to take this opportunity and paint his image. When rent comes due, Lucy sells the painting in order to make the payment. Unfortunately for Lucy, the naked man is none other than the Duke of Weston, and his inheritance is contingent upon his reputation remaining spotless until his 30th birthday. As soon as he gets his hands on the painting and destroys it, he decides to find the artist to ensure their silence. When the two meet the attraction is instant, but of course they would never be an acceptable match. However, they both have problems that the other can help with and so a bargain is struck.
What an enjoyable read! The Duke Undone is perfect for fans of “Bringing Down the Duke”. The characters were well developed, and for fans of steam there is some, though it doesn’t take over the story line. With regards to the plot, if you’re not a fan of romance because of predictable endings then this isn’t for you. However, what I enjoyed about “The Duke Undone” was that I didn’t know exactly how they would get to their happy ever after. My only issue with the book was that almost too much was included, alcoholism, housing issues, class differences, the petition at the art school – some of these seemed to fall through the cracks or just get wrapped up quickly at the end. I would absolutely read a sequel if there is one.
What an enjoyable read! The Duke Undone is perfect for fans of “Bringing Down the Duke”. The characters were well developed, and for fans of steam there is some, though it doesn’t take over the story line. With regards to the plot, if you’re not a fan of romance because of predictable endings then this isn’t for you. However, what I enjoyed about “The Duke Undone” was that I didn’t know exactly how they would get to their happy ever after. My only issue with the book was that almost too much was included, alcoholism, housing issues, class differences, the petition at the art school – some of these seemed to fall through the cracks or just get wrapped up quickly at the end. I would absolutely read a sequel if there is one.
This historical fiction rom-com was able to touch on various social and societal issues of the 1800s without making the topics feel forced, under developed, or unnecessary for the plot. Perhaps it was the cohesive writing style, or the perfect (for me) level of depth on each subject, but I appreciated the discussion (and ultimate “fixing”) of these issues (i.e. overcrowding in cities, gender rules, generational poverty). I wouldn’t change much about this book, and it is a very successful 5 star novel for this genre.
slow-paced
Slow-going at first, had a strong middle, but ending...ehhh. I think this may have been a tad too long.
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Enjoyed most of the book but started getting pretty irritated with the characters in the last quarter or so. The male love interest just made decisions I don’t understand and so did the female character