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stupidforcupid's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Classism
Moderate: Sexism, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Kidnapping, Pregnancy, Sexual harassment, Death, Bullying, Abandonment, Child abuse, and Misogyny
Minor: Fatphobia, Vomit, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Blood, Body shaming, Physical abuse, and Grief
ameliaferg's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I liked this book more than the first two in many different ways. The story was more original than the first two ‘we have to get married to preserve your honour’ drivel. I liked Sophie’s character and the backstory.
What I didn’t like was Benedict. There were so many moments where I was reading with my whole face screwed up in horror/disgust. He is constantly coercing and manipulating Sophie and there’s a definite dodgy moment about consent where he tells her she must withdraw consent now or not at all which really made me feel nauseous. I like this books overall but there’s definitely some questionable moments regarding sexual coercion in a few of the books. Puts me off them really.
What I didn’t like was Benedict. There were so many moments where I was reading with my whole face screwed up in horror/disgust. He is constantly coercing and manipulating Sophie and there’s a definite dodgy moment about consent where he tells her she must withdraw consent now or not at all which really made me feel nauseous. I like this books overall but there’s definitely some questionable moments regarding sexual coercion in a few of the books. Puts me off them really.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexual assault, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, and Grief
beckyremillard's review against another edition
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
Benedict isn’t the hero of this story. The dowager viscountess, Violet, is the hero.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism, Rape, and Death of parent
hmlongstreet's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-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? It's complicated
4.25
As I continue my journey to read all the main series Bridgerton books I find myself to be enjoying each book a little more than the last. I really liked this one in particular. And I know a lot of people did not.
I enjoyed the chemistry between Benedict and Sophie and the lack of "we must get married right now, as I have comprised you." Both main characters had very real and understandable fears and I found the book had a lot less talk about sexual desire (that doesn't mean there wasn't any) and more about quality time with one another which was a good break from the past two books. I was also quite surprised to learn how many ideas were taken from this book to be used for the second season of the Netflix show, which is Anthony's story. You'll see what I mean if decide to read this book and watch the show.
Again there were more questionable actions from the characters that make you go, "Ok wow that is like really not ok." But however, I think this book did a better job "making it okay" than the other two by having Sophie put up a bit more of a fight with Benedict and confronting him about his actions.
A strong opinion I still hold have briefly touched upon in my The Duke and I review is that these books are truly meant for a specific genre of people and if you are looking for a historical romance series without angsty male lead characters and timid female ones this series is really not for you.
I enjoyed the chemistry between Benedict and Sophie and the lack of "we must get married right now, as I have comprised you." Both main characters had very real and understandable fears and I found the book had a lot less talk about sexual desire (that doesn't mean there wasn't any) and more about quality time with one another which was a good break from the past two books. I was also quite surprised to learn how many ideas were taken from this book to be used for the second season of the Netflix show, which is Anthony's story. You'll see what I mean if decide to read this book and watch the show.
Again there were more questionable actions from the characters that make you go, "Ok wow that is like really not ok." But however, I think this book did a better job "making it okay" than the other two by having Sophie put up a bit more of a fight with Benedict and confronting him about his actions.
A strong opinion I still hold have briefly touched upon in my The Duke and I review is that these books are truly meant for a specific genre of people and if you are looking for a historical romance series without angsty male lead characters and timid female ones this series is really not for you.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Confinement, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Physical abuse, Sexual assault, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Body shaming, Alcohol, Death, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
isabellarob73's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
I wouldn’t say this is my favorite Bridgerton book, but it was an enjoyable read that I read relatively quickly. I loved Sophie and Violet Bridgerton in this book. Everything else, I did not enjoy, including the male romantic lead, Benedict. I also think this book tries and point out the issues with class in this society and kind of fails at doing that.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Classism, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Death of parent, Sexual harassment, Child abuse, and Rape
kylasmv15's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Bullying, and Classism
Moderate: Death of parent, Toxic friendship, Emotional abuse, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Child abuse, Body shaming, Grief, and Vomit
eleek0609's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Classism, and Bullying
Minor: Fatphobia and Death of parent
whrohala's review against another edition
dark
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Things I liked:
- Spin on the Cinderella-trope.
- Strong Female Lead.
- Seeing deeper into the family dynamics of the Bridgerton's. Hearing more about some of the younger siblings. Learning more about Violet and seeing how fierce she can be.
- They save each other.
- Love at First Sight, HEA
Things I didn't like:
- Unfortunately, Benedict struck me as a privileged little boy throwing a tantrum for much of the story.
- Lack of communication. Went beyond miscommunication.
- Felt unnecessarily long at points. The general path of the plot was fairly predictable (it's a Cinderella story and a romance, so you kind of know what to expect), and it took just a bit too long to hit each beat. Often it felt the the dialogue and story was moving in circles getting to the point.
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Literally BLACKMAILS HER into going to London with him despite her very vocal protests. Assumes he knows what is best for her without knowing anything about her (something he later whines about his family doing to him). -
Consent Issues. Very wear-her-down-til-i-get-what-i-want, and the reader is supposed to read that as romantic. There is a scene where he tells her that she has to say "no" at that moment if she doesn't want him, because he wont accept her no in a minute, or in ten minutes. Ick.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism and Sexual content
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Rape and Violence
lauramparis's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Emotional abuse, Death of parent, and Bullying
erikalv97's review against another edition
fast-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
3.75
I absolutely ADORE Sophie
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death of parent, Rape, Abandonment, Body shaming, Child abuse, Classism, Sexual content, and Physical abuse