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spess's review
2.0
I had a hard time finishing this book because it made me cringe so much. The setup sounded fun and funny, but the execution was pretty bad.
Some notes:
1. The author seems to be fond of noting every single occasion when a character blinks. In fact, she’s mentions it 42 times.
2. I truly hate when a romance novel wastes time on characters that aren’t relevant to the plot solely because they’re the main characters in other books in the series. It’s awkward and it’s almost never well done. This book is not the exception.
3. It’s hard to buy a character’s angst when it’s so liberally interspersed with weak attempts at madcap comedy.
Some notes:
1. The author seems to be fond of noting every single occasion when a character blinks. In fact, she’s mentions it 42 times.
2. I truly hate when a romance novel wastes time on characters that aren’t relevant to the plot solely because they’re the main characters in other books in the series. It’s awkward and it’s almost never well done. This book is not the exception.
3. It’s hard to buy a character’s angst when it’s so liberally interspersed with weak attempts at madcap comedy.
raeganbillinger's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
rlward66's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
This is season three for Lady Cordelia on the marriage mart. She is the daughter of a Duke who was raised to be everything that the ton envisioned as a lady. She would marry a Duke and run a household with aloof precision after all her nickname was the ice princess. However it was looking more and more like she would be a wallflower and perhaps a spinster if she didn’t make a match. Lord Rockport, who also happened to be a Scottish laird, was not in the market for a wife. In fact last year he would have nothing to do with Lady Codelia the ice princess. Lord Rockport hated balls and would not attend one; however he was chased into the ball by a thug wishing him harm. He needed to create a diversion so he danced with Cordelia. She by no means was interested in dancing with him as he had publicly denounced her writing in the Wallflower Handbook. Through a number of mishaps and misunderstandings they end up in a cross country run to Gretta Green to elope into an arranged marriage that protects both of them she would live in Kent and he would live in Scotland. Do they continue to hate each other or fall in love? I enjoyed this story and found it very entertaining. I love that Bianca Blythe writes strong female characters who stand up for what they want.
haewilya's review
4.0
I really liked the majority of the book even though some scene transitions are just weird but the conclusion was really off. At least for me. It seems like two different people wrote it or it was written for two different type of stories. Anyway, I loved the progression of their relationship and Cordelia's. Gerard's a bit too perfect at times but, well, this is a romance novel.
deannasworld's review
2.0
Through no fault of the author or the book or the story, this did not work for me. To put is simply, I'm going through a phase where Regency historical romances are not exciting me, so while this story started out quite humorous and engaging, it did not hold my attention. From the little I read, it looked like it would be a cute story. I did, however, skip to the end to see how Gerard and Cordelia had their happy ending.
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crazychriss93's review
4.0
4.5 stars
Plot?
Not all of the scenes were Regency like. (Same with the writing style) but overall I liked the story and the suspense throughout.
Characters?
Loved our Scottish Marquess. He seems to be a rogue and he is one, definitely but I like him with the Lady. He seems to genuinely care and when he finally admits to his feelings, he is great with her.
Our Lady?
Well, she seems to be a bit dumb. I mean, it takes her nearly 20 years to finally see that her father is evil but hey... In the end, we can see that she has a backbone, she is loyal and can be fierce. That's what I loved.
Writing style?
Some mistakes that were annoying...
All in all, good read that I definitely recommend :D
Plot?
Not all of the scenes were Regency like. (Same with the writing style) but overall I liked the story and the suspense throughout.
Characters?
Loved our Scottish Marquess. He seems to be a rogue and he is one, definitely but I like him with the Lady. He seems to genuinely care and when he finally admits to his feelings, he is great with her.
Our Lady?
Well, she seems to be a bit dumb. I mean, it takes her nearly 20 years to finally see that her father is evil but hey... In the end, we can see that she has a backbone, she is loyal and can be fierce. That's what I loved.
Writing style?
Some mistakes that were annoying...
All in all, good read that I definitely recommend :D
robinwalter's review
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
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