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nblackburn827's review against another edition
2.0
Meh
Meh kinda boring sorts ridiculous. The story did t ha e a good flow to it. And too many accessory characters
Meh kinda boring sorts ridiculous. The story did t ha e a good flow to it. And too many accessory characters
amanda_siegrist's review against another edition
5.0
This was fun, but different kind of angle for a historical romance. I really enjoyed it because of that. Both characters were amazing!
jje121579's review against another edition
4.0
A sweet historical to capture your heart...
Fiona is a reluctant Lady. Enchanted with history and especially Romans in Britain she would rather dig in the dirt. Perceval is a reluctant Duke, missing one leg. Their meet cute is a robbery gone wrong, sort of. Trouble seems to follow them but they also find out they suit quite well. A heartwarming read.
Fiona is a reluctant Lady. Enchanted with history and especially Romans in Britain she would rather dig in the dirt. Perceval is a reluctant Duke, missing one leg. Their meet cute is a robbery gone wrong, sort of. Trouble seems to follow them but they also find out they suit quite well. A heartwarming read.
rainelle_barrett's review against another edition
4.0
I voluntary reviewed this ARC after receiving a free copy. I so loved this book. It was funny. The characters were very witty and very dramatic in their own way. Margaret’s mother was over the top with drama, but I loved it.
Frankly if I had a mother like that, I would have committed her to some insane asylum. Boy how did her husband put up with her?! The writing had fluid to it. Some areas may have slowed for me, but once the humor picked I continued reading. The romance between Margaret and Jarves slowly evolved in the book, but I much rather prefer that it started in the beginning with a strong desire from one another in the beginning of the book.
Then continue on a steamy passionate ride through the book. For example stolen kisses here or there. Maybe, a passionate love making in Jarves’s room. Towards the end the story had to much details that was not related to the issue at at hand. Then for the last page, the coming together of the couple was one line.
? Anyway, the book was good, but give it more steamy, hot passion, with an abundance of bed four play.
Frankly if I had a mother like that, I would have committed her to some insane asylum. Boy how did her husband put up with her?! The writing had fluid to it. Some areas may have slowed for me, but once the humor picked I continued reading. The romance between Margaret and Jarves slowly evolved in the book, but I much rather prefer that it started in the beginning with a strong desire from one another in the beginning of the book.
Then continue on a steamy passionate ride through the book. For example stolen kisses here or there. Maybe, a passionate love making in Jarves’s room. Towards the end the story had to much details that was not related to the issue at at hand. Then for the last page, the coming together of the couple was one line.
? Anyway, the book was good, but give it more steamy, hot passion, with an abundance of bed four play.
rlward66's review
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? No
4.5
Bianca Blythe writes a cute historical fiction romance story of an unconventional heroin who loves archeology and is sure she will end up a bluestocking wallflower. However, she has told her family and especially her ailing grandmother that she has a fiance and will be married when he returns from war. Things change when she gets mistaken as a highwaywoman and accidentally kidnaps a good looking elligable bachelor. I enjoyed this story and how it all played out.
haewilya's review against another edition
2.0
The first part was good but starting at the middle up to the end, it justs read like one prolonged resolution that's not a resolution to me at all. It's like the conflict never happened.
xandra_lyn's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.0
Parts I liked: how the heroine captured the hero (usually it's the other way around), some funny parts, how the characters changed because of their ordeal, the happy ending.
Parts I didn't: there are some incredibly cringe parts that gave me a LOT of anxiety, the relationship aspect was glossed over
Parts I didn't: there are some incredibly cringe parts that gave me a LOT of anxiety, the relationship aspect was glossed over
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Emotional abuse
Emotional abuse: Fiona's family, not her love interestredhairedashreads's review
5.0
4.5 stars
Fiona Amberly is a strong willed female who refuses to be like the other “ton.” She doesn’t want to get married or deal with men who see women as just arm candy. She just wants to be an archaeologist and discover history. She even develops a system of measurement and labeling for future researchers!
As you can tell, I really loved Fiona. She doesn’t let bad situations stop her from achieving her dream. This wallflower is spunky, smart, and determined. I loved everything about her character.
Percival Carmichael is a war veterans who lost part of his leg. Percival is quite a interesting character. He spends the beginning of the book trying to get away from Fiona but quickly changes his mind once he actually starts talking and interacting with her. But like most hero's, he messes up, and not in a little way either. He quickly realizes his mistake but it takes him a few months to admit it and try to win her back.
I really loved the romance between these two. It was quick but perfect for the situation. He supports her work and continues to encourage her to look for archaeological sites. Fiona may hate being part of society but she realizes she tries to make everyone comfortable as possible, especially those shy wallflowers. I really like how they both make concessions for their different lifestyles, but don’t give up their goals to do so.
Overall a wonderful book. I definitely plan on reading more of Blythe’s books in the future.
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Romanceopoly Mystery Challenge #2 - Wallflower or courtesan
Fiona Amberly is a strong willed female who refuses to be like the other “ton.” She doesn’t want to get married or deal with men who see women as just arm candy. She just wants to be an archaeologist and discover history. She even develops a system of measurement and labeling for future researchers!
As you can tell, I really loved Fiona. She doesn’t let bad situations stop her from achieving her dream. This wallflower is spunky, smart, and determined. I loved everything about her character.
Percival Carmichael is a war veterans who lost part of his leg. Percival is quite a interesting character. He spends the beginning of the book trying to get away from Fiona but quickly changes his mind once he actually starts talking and interacting with her. But like most hero's, he messes up, and not in a little way either. He quickly realizes his mistake but it takes him a few months to admit it and try to win her back.
I really loved the romance between these two. It was quick but perfect for the situation. He supports her work and continues to encourage her to look for archaeological sites. Fiona may hate being part of society but she realizes she tries to make everyone comfortable as possible, especially those shy wallflowers. I really like how they both make concessions for their different lifestyles, but don’t give up their goals to do so.
Overall a wonderful book. I definitely plan on reading more of Blythe’s books in the future.
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Romanceopoly Mystery Challenge #2 - Wallflower or courtesan
chyina's review
4.0
This book was hilarious. From the ridiculous idea of pretending to be a highwaywoman to the sheer confounded look on Percival's face as he gets to know Fiona. In fact, it is the comedy that truly makes this book worth reading.
Fiona is a quiet girl who enjoys archaeology instead of balls and matchmaking. Being an English noble, these are not proper attributes for her to have and so she spends most of her time at home, taking care of her aging Grandmother. She loves her Grandmother who wants to see her married before she dies so she concocts a fiance, a loving and funny captain who helped fight Napoleon. But when her secret spirals out of control, she is forced to find a man to pretend to be her fiance for a while.
Percival was a rake but after losing his leg in the war he feels like less of a man, especially since the life he leads is no longer his own. His cousin died in battle and now he has to take his place as duke and marry the woman his cousin was courting...even though they never met. He isn't looking forward to it.
Blythe places the characters in awkward situations that could be rectified but for simple misunderstandings and as a huge fan of awkward humor, I kept reading. Though the beginning was a bit slow, the story grows on you.
Fiona is a quiet girl who enjoys archaeology instead of balls and matchmaking. Being an English noble, these are not proper attributes for her to have and so she spends most of her time at home, taking care of her aging Grandmother. She loves her Grandmother who wants to see her married before she dies so she concocts a fiance, a loving and funny captain who helped fight Napoleon. But when her secret spirals out of control, she is forced to find a man to pretend to be her fiance for a while.
Percival was a rake but after losing his leg in the war he feels like less of a man, especially since the life he leads is no longer his own. His cousin died in battle and now he has to take his place as duke and marry the woman his cousin was courting...even though they never met. He isn't looking forward to it.
Blythe places the characters in awkward situations that could be rectified but for simple misunderstandings and as a huge fan of awkward humor, I kept reading. Though the beginning was a bit slow, the story grows on you.