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4.15 AVERAGE
4.15 AVERAGE
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
emotional
medium-paced
Thank you NetGalley and Avon Books for this eCopy to review
I recently finished reading “Scandalous Women” by Gill Paul, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! The book offers a captivating look into the lives of some of history’s most intriguing and notorious women. Gill Paul’s writing is both engaging and insightful, making each story come alive with vivid detail and rich context.
What I loved most about this book is how it humanizes these historical figures. Paul goes beyond the scandals to explore the complexities of their lives, providing a nuanced and empathetic portrayal of each woman. This approach not only makes the stories more relatable but also highlights the resilience and strength of these remarkable individuals.
Each chapter is a gem, filled with fascinating anecdotes and well-researched facts. While some stories naturally stood out more to me, I found the entire book to be a compelling read from start to finish. The pacing is well-balanced, and the narrative flows smoothly, keeping me hooked throughout.
Overall, “Scandalous Women” is a fantastic read for anyone interested in history and biographies. Gill Paul has done an excellent job of bringing these extraordinary women to life, and I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an engaging and enlightening read.
I recently finished reading “Scandalous Women” by Gill Paul, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! The book offers a captivating look into the lives of some of history’s most intriguing and notorious women. Gill Paul’s writing is both engaging and insightful, making each story come alive with vivid detail and rich context.
What I loved most about this book is how it humanizes these historical figures. Paul goes beyond the scandals to explore the complexities of their lives, providing a nuanced and empathetic portrayal of each woman. This approach not only makes the stories more relatable but also highlights the resilience and strength of these remarkable individuals.
Each chapter is a gem, filled with fascinating anecdotes and well-researched facts. While some stories naturally stood out more to me, I found the entire book to be a compelling read from start to finish. The pacing is well-balanced, and the narrative flows smoothly, keeping me hooked throughout.
Overall, “Scandalous Women” is a fantastic read for anyone interested in history and biographies. Gill Paul has done an excellent job of bringing these extraordinary women to life, and I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for an engaging and enlightening read.
informative
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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:
No
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
funny
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Oh this book made me exhausted! I was so heavily invested in all the characters, I was glued to this book. Nancy! Oh Nancy what were you thinking? Nancy, no run! Jackie in that club. Jaqueline in the publishing offices. How dare they treat these women like that.
What an insight into the world of publishing at that time. Even if 1% of this is true, it’s pretty damming. I haven’t read much Jackie Collins and haven’t read any of Jaqueline Susann’s but that doesn’t matter as I was totally and utterly behind them, every step of the way. Jackie might be more famous to UK audiences but I didn’t have the first idea of what she went through before and after being published. Blimey.
How Gill has taken two such iconic writers, invented my now best literary friend Nancy and created this world is nothing short of brilliant.
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
reflective
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:
Complicated
adventurous
challenging
dark
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced