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cinderrunner's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
This is one of the best books in the Bridgerton series. It has the most to offer. The plot is engaging and has a very heavy dose of both mystery and drama. There is heart and humanity in novel that isn't as fully present in all of the other books of the series. Hyacinth is one of the most loveable members of her family and I'm so thrilled there was so much Lady Danburry. Hyacinth's relationship with her is so delightful. The only reason I didn't rate this book higher is the pitfalls of Gareth. For one, a lot of his character and situation seems derivative of other characters and plotlines. The drama with his dad gives very much Simon and Sophie, he draws like Benedict, he's another rake we don't know if we can trust like Simon. Also, he constantly put Hyacinth in compromising positions that are motivated by manipulation, entrapment, and darkness. Yes, he redeems himself and he does truly love her. But it doesn't discount the coercion and the way he uses her. We all know there is no consent if its not informed consent. Would have likely been a 5 star read otherwise.
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Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content
hmlongstreet's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
tense
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? No
4.5
How can I say this...Oh my god! This book is an absolute gem in the series. Truly, I cannot explain the pure emotions I felt from this story. I laughed, I gasped, I blushed and just fell in love with it all. Hyacinth and her relationship with Lady Danbury had me laughing aloud, while Gareth and Hyacinth had me swooning. Hyacinth was positively witty with her snarky remarks while Gareth with his clever retorts made the pair such a joy to read about.
I felt connected to both Hyacinth and Gareth while they discussed their fears and troubles, having felt many of them myself which was so lovely and brought my closer to them both in an curious way. This book was just FILLED with romance and charm that tickled me pink. Both characters were very well written, and most moments never felt questionably non consensual (which I was beginning to find was quite a common thing in this series).
Gareth has by far got to be the best male main character in the whole series (we will see after I read Gregory's story however) as he rarely treats Hyacinth like...how should I say this..? like he has no idea what she means to him so he just kisses her and then being forced to marry. Also Gareth just a tiny bit reminds me of my own boyfriend, so maybe that is why I am so fond of him. And Hyacinth... well if you've seen the Netflix adaptation, she is exactly like Eloise in the show. I would not be surprise if the show based Eloise off Hyacinth in the novel. Hyacinth is just so funny, and her one liners are the best! The overall plot given to the book was so adventuress and fun, as I felt the excitement right along with the characters
There are only a few things I didn't like which I will list (they are kind of spoilers though):
1. Gareth is an illegitimate child; they did this trope in book 3 and I personally don't like it however, they didn't really make it as big of a deal this time around which was good.
2. Gareth is just another rake; why are all the men talked about as being rakes, and having mistresses. Gareth is makes male lead #4 to be described as a rake.
3. No one wants to marry Hyacinth because of the way she acts; this plot point was very similar to both Daphne and Penelope's characters.
4. Gareth taking advantage of Hyacinth to anger his father and get her to not back out of their engagement; the book was going so good and then they turned Gareth into all the other male leads
Another this time add is how confusing the relationship between Gareth and his father was, like Gareth's father was all like "oh you are so predictable with Hyacinth", so Gareth responses by trying to make him irritated by doing exactly what his father said he would do. But it actually gives his father fuel to harass Gareth even more...like where is that logic-?
Even though I didn't like certain things in this book the good does out way the bad, if you are going to read any of the Bridgerton books it has to be this one.
I felt connected to both Hyacinth and Gareth while they discussed their fears and troubles, having felt many of them myself which was so lovely and brought my closer to them both in an curious way. This book was just FILLED with romance and charm that tickled me pink. Both characters were very well written, and most moments never felt questionably non consensual (which I was beginning to find was quite a common thing in this series).
Gareth has by far got to be the best male main character in the whole series (we will see after I read Gregory's story however) as he rarely treats Hyacinth like...how should I say this..? like he has no idea what she means to him so he just kisses her and then being forced to marry. Also Gareth just a tiny bit reminds me of my own boyfriend, so maybe that is why I am so fond of him. And Hyacinth... well if you've seen the Netflix adaptation, she is exactly like Eloise in the show. I would not be surprise if the show based Eloise off Hyacinth in the novel. Hyacinth is just so funny, and her one liners are the best! The overall plot given to the book was so adventuress and fun, as I felt the excitement right along with the characters
There are only a few things I didn't like which I will list (they are kind of spoilers though):
2. Gareth is just another rake; why are all the men talked about as being rakes, and having mistresses. Gareth is makes male lead #4 to be described as a rake.
3. No one wants to marry Hyacinth because of the way she acts; this plot point was very similar to both Daphne and Penelope's characters.
4. Gareth taking advantage of Hyacinth to anger his father and get her to not back out of their engagement; the book was going so good and then they turned Gareth into all the other male leads
Another this time add is how confusing the relationship between Gareth and his father was, like Gareth's father was all like "oh you are so predictable with Hyacinth", so Gareth responses by trying to make him irritated by doing exactly what his father said he would do. But it actually gives his father fuel to harass Gareth even more...like where is that logic-?
Even though I didn't like certain things in this book the good does out way the bad, if you are going to read any of the Bridgerton books it has to be this one.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Sexual content
Moderate: Infidelity and Death
Minor: Death of parent, Grief, and Classism
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
4.5
This book was so fun to read, I love Lady Danbury and Iâm so glad we got so much more from her in this book. Hyacinth is a great character and Gareth truly is her match.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content
brownieboo's review
adventurous
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Cursing, Death, Emotional abuse, Grief, Miscarriage, Pregnancy, Toxic relationship, and War
kassidyreads's review
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse and Sexual content
Moderate: Infidelity
Minor: Death and Miscarriage
summerslittlelibrary's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- 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: Infidelity, Sexual content, Child abuse, and Emotional abuse
Minor: Death of parent
lunep's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Violence, Misogyny, Cursing, Emotional abuse, and Sexual content
Moderate: Infidelity, Death, Grief, Ableism, and Death of parent
Minor: Miscarriage
izzyf16's review against another edition
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Infidelity
Minor: Death of parent and Emotional abuse
embla_v's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
4.0
Detta Àr en fantastisk historisk romans i Brigerton serien, som jag rekommenderar varmt, skriven av Julia Quinn.
Boken handlar om Hyacinth, yngst av Brigerton syskonen, och om Gareth, som fÄr en gammal dagbok som tillhörde hans farmor. Det finns dock ett problem dagboken Àr skriven pÄ italienska, ett sprÄk som Gareth inte förstÄr. Men en ung dam vid namn Hyacinth Brigerton, en kÀr vÀn till Gareths mormor, översÀtter den gÀrna Ät honom.
Rekommenderar verkligen att lÀsa Brigerton serien. Skulle dock vilja sÀga att det Àr bra att lÀsa böckerna i rÀtt ordning. Men oerhört underhÄllande lÀsning.
Boken handlar om Hyacinth, yngst av Brigerton syskonen, och om Gareth, som fÄr en gammal dagbok som tillhörde hans farmor. Det finns dock ett problem dagboken Àr skriven pÄ italienska, ett sprÄk som Gareth inte förstÄr. Men en ung dam vid namn Hyacinth Brigerton, en kÀr vÀn till Gareths mormor, översÀtter den gÀrna Ät honom.
Rekommenderar verkligen att lÀsa Brigerton serien. Skulle dock vilja sÀga att det Àr bra att lÀsa böckerna i rÀtt ordning. Men oerhört underhÄllande lÀsning.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Death, Death of parent, Emotional abuse, Grief, Sexual content, and Toxic relationship
quasinaut's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Oh, Hyacinth. Somehow, Julia Quinn made me like and understand a character who I'd only found obnoxious, rude, and far too nosy anytime she appeared or was mentioned in previous books in the series.
I particularly enjoyed the interactions with Lady Danbury, the insightful conversations with mama Bridgerton (and the ensuing introspection by Hyacinth), and, at least initially, the mystery of the diary. That said, I didn't get Hyacinth's reckless and enduring obsession with the diamonds. Overall, fun but not my favorite.
I particularly enjoyed the interactions with Lady Danbury, the insightful conversations with mama Bridgerton (and the ensuing introspection by Hyacinth), and, at least initially, the mystery of the diary. That said, I didn't get Hyacinth's reckless and enduring obsession with the diamonds. Overall, fun but not my favorite.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse
Minor: Death of parent and Infidelity