Reviews tagging 'Sexual harassment'

The Duke and I by Julia Quinn

28 reviews

helloimjacq's review against another edition

emotional hopeful slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

I’m actually quite surprised at how similar this was to the show. If anything, in some ways the show was a bit more enjoyable since there was more action overall. Not a lot happens, but it was still a decent read. I mean what’s not to like about enemies to lovers that are fake dating (or I guess courting in this case)? 

I would have given it a higher rating, but the clear sexism and manipulative behavior was a huge turn off. I’m not sure if this is how historical romances are supposed to be, but certain aspects definitely didn’t sit well with me. 

All-in-all, if you’re looking for something quick and easy, this is your book. But, if you’re looking for something riveting… well then this probably isn’t your book.

Oh, and just a side note but if you would like to avoid all spoilers, I would highly suggest not reading the second epilogue until you’ve completed the series!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Abandonment, Pregnancy, Gaslighting, and Sexual content

Moderate: Sexual harassment, Death of parent, Infertility, Toxic relationship, Vomit, and Emotional abuse

sillyduckie's review against another edition

slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Toxic friendship, Pregnancy, Alcohol, Abandonment, Ableism, Violence, Toxic relationship, Sexual harassment, Sexual assault, Sexism, Rape, Misogyny, Miscarriage, Infertility, Grief, Death of parent, Child abuse, Body shaming, and Classism

Moderate: Stalking and Colonisation

Minor: Death and Vomit

kasvispupu's review against another edition

lighthearted relaxing 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? It's complicated

2.5

Rape part of the book kinda ruined the rest of the book. Before that i really enjoyed this book.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual harassment and Rape

blueberryelf's review against another edition

emotional funny fast-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

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Abandonment, Ableism, Child abuse, Sexual harassment, Sexism, Pregnancy, Panic attacks/disorders, Misogyny, Gun violence, and Death of parent

macknificent's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

This book could have been wonderful if it gave a flying fuck about consent. I was revolted by the way Quinn described

Simon's assault, as if it was just a particularly risqué love scene.

🤢 

I'm so glad that I didn't spend money on this book. I will not be continuing the series.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Rape, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, and Sexism

Moderate: Fatphobia and Sexual harassment

mypatronusisajedi's review against another edition

funny lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• 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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Content Warnings

Graphic: Miscarriage, Pregnancy, and Infertility

Moderate: Emotional abuse and Sexual content

Minor: Sexual harassment

ever_bern's review against another edition

adventurous funny hopeful relaxing fast-paced

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

3.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Rape and Sexual harassment

rosawilliams's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing 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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Sexual harassment

agnesbebon's review against another edition

medium-paced

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Emotional abuse, Sexual content, Sexual harassment, and Gun violence

Moderate: Death of parent

Minor: Fatphobia

samchase112's review against another edition

funny hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

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

2.0

Charming, fun, sweet, and a bit too silly for my taste. Honestly, I probably would not continue the series if it weren’t for the show. Yet both characters were interesting, lovable, and well-drawn, and I can only hope Quinn’s writing matures as the series continues.

Edit: moving down to 2 stars because I somehow forgot about the terrifying rape scene? I’m not sure how that happened, but maybe my subconscious buried it — for good reason, mind you.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexual content

Moderate: Sexual harassment, Child abuse, and Sexual assault