Reviews tagging 'Cursing'

De hand van de gravin by Julia Quinn

5 reviews

elisabeth888's review against another edition

dark lighthearted relaxing fast-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

2.75

Eloise is my favorite character in the Bridgerton television series and it bothered me to see her end up with Sir Philip rather than a man who could match her progressive views and intellectual mind. In Sir Philip I found major misogynistic, sexist, and even, at times, predatory tones within his perspecitve. And while this sexist reality might not be uncommon for the Regency era, it was not enjoyable to read about in the modern day, especially in regards to Philip seeming to connect with Eloise on every level of what a romantic relationship is, except on a mental, emotional level.

Overall, this was the first Bridgerton book I have read and I found Julia Quinn's style to be humorous and nicely lighthearted. I like how Eloise is described and how she grows as a character. I just can't help but feel like Sir Philip doesn't deserve her. Obviously Sir Philip's backstory explains his ways, but in no way does this excuse them. I hope Eloise finds a love interest who is better matched for her in the Netflix series.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Sexism, Suicide attempt, Sexual content, Toxic relationship, and Mental illness

Minor: Cursing and Alcohol

britwalsh16's review against another edition

funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Book Eloise & TV Show Eloise are very different. I have trouble imagining TV Eloise running away from home for a possible husband. But I do like Book Eloise, she has guts, & she knows what she wants. And watching her grow up throughout the book is inspiring. And stubborn Eloise becomes her mother by the end, I LOVE IT! 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Toxic relationship, Death, Sexual content, Child abuse, Death of parent, Mental illness, Cursing, Self harm, Suicide attempt, Terminal illness, Sexism, Chronic illness, Emotional abuse, Panic attacks/disorders, Grief, Medical trauma, Misogyny, Suicide, and Violence

Moderate: Misogyny, Sexism, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, and Violence

Minor: War

solinel7's review against another edition

lighthearted relaxing medium-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? No

3.0

3 stars because I didn't love it but it wasn't the worst book I've read. 
It was entertaining enough for me to finish it. 
Phillip is insufferable in many of the scenes. 
Eloise is neurodivergent, imo. 
The kids are some of the best parts of the book and we barely got scenes with them. 

Look for Trigger warnings ⚠️ 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Suicide attempt, Cursing, Death, Death of parent, Medical content, Mental illness, and Self harm

Minor: Emotional abuse, Child abuse, Physical abuse, and Injury/Injury detail

lunep's review against another edition

dark medium-paced

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

1.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Cursing, Death, Grief, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Rape, Sexism, Suicide attempt, Child abuse, Death of parent, Sexual content, and Violence

Moderate: Alcohol, Medical content, and Mental illness

Minor: Pregnancy and War

summerslittlelibrary's review against another edition

adventurous emotional 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

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Child death, Child abuse, Death, Grief, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Sexual content, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide attempt, Death of parent, and Suicide

Minor: Cursing