Reviews tagging 'War'

A Lady for a Duke by Alexis Hall

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kj468's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

This was such a lovely book. I adored the deep bond between Gracewood and Viola, the way their relationship before the war informed their relationship after. Gracewood’s ptsd and resulting addiction (which he overcomes) is depicted  wonderfully. The support of everyone around Viola, helping her establish her life after the war and accepting her for who she is, is wonderful. Overall, it was more subdued than many of Alexis Hall’s books, though it still has his signature wit and deep emotions — not to mention a bit of a riotous and quick ending. I really enjoyed it, and the epilogue was a perfect glimpse into the future. 

ps: I lowkey really want a book about Mira; In the epilogue it sounds like she is off having adventures, and I’d love to hear more about this likely queer, definitely headstrong woman who’s a bit weird in the best way. 
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megj23's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes

4.0

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mrsherrera's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

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comradeant's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

I apparently did not read the description because I had no clue the book was queer and was delightfully surprised with a trans main character!! I did find myself annoyed with literally all the other characters except Gracewood and Lillimere. I love love love historical romance and cheesy plot lines but felt very done with the fact that they were keeping themselves from happiness because of how other would perceive it. But I love fantastic LGBTQ representation and non-cheesy mental illness portrayal so it was a good read
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muddymind's review against another edition

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medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.0

Their love is tender and sweet. Written beautifully. The ending dragged a bit but I’m assuming it’s because it’s setting up the plot for the next book. 
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eed8's review against another edition

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adventurous emotional hopeful 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? Yes

3.5

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lonecayt's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
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morpmeep's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A

4.0

Enjoyed reading it! At some points I found myself frustrated with the relaxed nature of the prose because i was so eager to get further in the plot. 
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morethanmylupus's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful inspiring
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

I really, really wanted and expected to love this book. Hall's Boyfriend Material and Husband Material were so good and I love the concept of a historical romance featuring a trans woman.

But it just didn't work for me. Hall's bio says "genrequeer" and I'd say that's accurate. Overall, though, this one didn't work me. I went through a phase where I read a ton of historical romance. In comparison to the authors who have focused their writing careers in those eras, this one felt clunky. The historical dialogue and descriptions didn't ring quite true.

Great concept, but the execution didn't work out for me. 
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mobymaize's review against another edition

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  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

It was really nice to read a regency era romance novel, a genre I don’t typically consume, with a trans woman protagonist, a person just like me :) 
ALSO HOLY FUCK THERE IS SOMETHING INCREDIBLE & HOT ABOUT FALLING IN LOVE WITH EACH OTHERS WORDS. also HOLY SHIT THE SEX SCENE!!!!!!!!!! absolutely magnificent.
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