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dg15's review
emotional
funny
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
3.75
A really cute modern take on Emma. I liked Emma and Knightley together, even though their inability to communicate was frustrating to sit through as the reader who happens to know both POVs. I'm a big fan of the friends-to-lovers trope. There was a little too much spice for my liking (sometimes restraint with spice is the sexiest thing, but that's just me). Overall a fun read.
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: Death of parent and Death
teagirl05's review
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
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? It's complicated
4.5
Graphic: Cursing and Sexual content
readingwithmeredith's review against another edition
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Moderate: Sexual content, Cursing, Sexual assault, and Pregnancy
didnot_finish's review
funny
hopeful
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? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Sexual content
briannad4's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Slow burn, no third act breakup, best friends to lovers
Graphic: Sexual content
naomi_k's review
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Moderate: Classism, Cursing, Toxic friendship, Alcohol, and Sexual content
Minor: Death of parent, Sexual harassment, Toxic relationship, Infidelity, and Pregnancy
maliameiireads's review against another edition
4.0
Graphic: Sexual content
thekissballad's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
I need to preface this review by stating that I technically haven't read Jane Austin's 'Emma,' but I know the concept and general plot. I therefore can't honestly comment on whether or not this is a good retelling, and will focus my review solely on this story.
I'm giving 'Emma of 83rd Street' an even 3.0 stars. There were good moments, there were bad moments. Overall I just felt very neutral during and after reading.
I had a love/hate relationship with most of the characters, particularly Emma and Knightley since they're the main duo, but also some of the side characters. They acted more like teenagers than adults in their 20s-30s. I also don't feel like there was any real growth.
A big issue for me was the miscommunication trope. I personally have no issues with the trope, if done well. But miscommunication via assumptions / lack of communication, and used multiple times as a way to prolong the inevitable end result, is just a huge turn off. Once or twice I can accept, maybe even a third, but not more. This was a lot more.
Then on a personal level - which I made sure did not influence my review - I wish I knew there were "spicy" scenes prior to reading. They're just not my cup of tea.
ARC provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I'm giving 'Emma of 83rd Street' an even 3.0 stars. There were good moments, there were bad moments. Overall I just felt very neutral during and after reading.
I had a love/hate relationship with most of the characters, particularly Emma and Knightley since they're the main duo, but also some of the side characters. They acted more like teenagers than adults in their 20s-30s. I also don't feel like there was any real growth.
A big issue for me was the miscommunication trope. I personally have no issues with the trope, if done well. But miscommunication via assumptions / lack of communication, and used multiple times as a way to prolong the inevitable end result, is just a huge turn off. Once or twice I can accept, maybe even a third, but not more. This was a lot more.
Then on a personal level - which I made sure did not influence my review - I wish I knew there were "spicy" scenes prior to reading. They're just not my cup of tea.
ARC provided via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Graphic: Sexual content and Sexual assault
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