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alisoun's review against another edition
adventurous
3.75
This was fun and enjoyable. I loved the concept of the flying houses.
Loved how ned was just so head over heels from first sight. I love insta love from one partner!
I did enjoy the Flowery language lol but it did sometimes get a bit much. I also wanted a bit more 🌶️ if ya know what I mean. Like ONE more scene at the end!
I also wanted a bit more priateing. I would have loved a scene of them stealing some jewels or something from a house like they talked about a lot!
Loved how ned was just so head over heels from first sight. I love insta love from one partner!
I did enjoy the Flowery language lol but it did sometimes get a bit much. I also wanted a bit more 🌶️ if ya know what I mean. Like ONE more scene at the end!
I also wanted a bit more priateing. I would have loved a scene of them stealing some jewels or something from a house like they talked about a lot!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse and Death of parent
Moderate: Sexual content, Sexism, Gun violence, Violence, Blood, Misogyny, Injury/Injury detail, and Drug use
aew325's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
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? No
4.5
A key word missing from the description is that this world includes MAGIC. They are not pirates in the typical way, the characters use that to distinguish themselves from a separate magical group that calls themselves "witches." I think a lot of the baffled reviews would have benefited from the word "magic" in the synopsis.
This book is a chaotic witchy romance with a side of thievery and shenanigans. It's silly and fun and what I imagine an adhd brain looks like personified in fiction. I got about half of the regency era literature jokes but I'm not well read on the Brontë sisters.
This book is a chaotic witchy romance with a side of thievery and shenanigans. It's silly and fun and what I imagine an adhd brain looks like personified in fiction. I got about half of the regency era literature jokes but I'm not well read on the Brontë sisters.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Death of parent
kaycie51782's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
The book takes place in the late 19th century, give or take a couple of decades, during the reign of Queen Victoria. It centers around a group of women pirates in England who fly houses using magic instead of sailing ships. The characters are...fascinating, to say the least.
I had some difficulty settling into the book. The author would be following the main character and reacting (or not) to the scene around them as the character would be expected to without fully describing what was going on for you, the reader. I had to double back and re read a handful of passages to really pick up what had happened. The characters are fairly consistent throughout the book, which helps with this problem as you get to know them.
There were several laugh out loud moments, more than one Star Wars coded reference. It's a book where you know the stakes are low even though the whole of the English Empire is at risk at one point.
I will say that I was shocked there was a spicy scene in it. I hadn't read any reviews ahead of time to get a heads up. I'm not anti-spicy by any means (see previous reviews of ACOTAR), but it seemed incongruous with the rest of the book.
There is a sequel, and I do intend to read it.
I had some difficulty settling into the book. The author would be following the main character and reacting (or not) to the scene around them as the character would be expected to without fully describing what was going on for you, the reader. I had to double back and re read a handful of passages to really pick up what had happened. The characters are fairly consistent throughout the book, which helps with this problem as you get to know them.
There were several laugh out loud moments, more than one Star Wars coded reference. It's a book where you know the stakes are low even though the whole of the English Empire is at risk at one point.
I will say that I was shocked there was a spicy scene in it. I hadn't read any reviews ahead of time to get a heads up. I'm not anti-spicy by any means (see previous reviews of ACOTAR), but it seemed incongruous with the rest of the book.
There is a sequel, and I do intend to read it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder and Sexual content
takarakei's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
This book was not at all what I expected, in a good way! As is my deal, I go in to most books not knowing much, so I was expecting a fairly typical historical romance. I was pleasantly surprised to be immediately thrown into a world of pirates (fancy high society lady pirates), floating/flying houses, and adventure! The romance is there yes, but it's definitely a sub-plot in my opinion. Listening to the audiobook of this I think was crucial because the voices of the characters, especially like the older British ladies was key. It was a romp of a good time and def not a typical read!
Oh also if you're a Bronte fan, their books are referenced like A LOT. A character in the book knew/was related to the Brontes? Having not read any, there seemed to be a lot of jokes that went kind of over my head. Definitely seemed like 'spoilers' for Wuthering Heights in particular.
I did find that there were a couple too many characters though and on audiobook I had a hard time keeping them all straight. So I was confused for honestly a lot of the book and unable to follow the what was going on, but the vibes were impeccable so tbh I didn't mind! I also think the pacing towards the end got a little off cause there's this big climactic scene, but then several more chapters after which seemed to drag on a bit and then kind of another smaller climactic moment.
Definitely recommend this one if you're looking for something historical but different!
3/5 🌶️
Oh also if you're a Bronte fan, their books are referenced like A LOT. A character in the book knew/was related to the Brontes? Having not read any, there seemed to be a lot of jokes that went kind of over my head. Definitely seemed like 'spoilers' for Wuthering Heights in particular.
I did find that there were a couple too many characters though and on audiobook I had a hard time keeping them all straight. So I was confused for honestly a lot of the book and unable to follow the what was going on, but the vibes were impeccable so tbh I didn't mind! I also think the pacing towards the end got a little off cause there's this big climactic scene, but then several more chapters after which seemed to drag on a bit and then kind of another smaller climactic moment.
Definitely recommend this one if you're looking for something historical but different!
3/5 🌶️
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Death of parent, and Violence
Moderate: Gun violence, Misogyny, Murder, and Sexism
Minor: Alcohol and Drug use
shay_talksbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
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? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Death of parent
Minor: Misogyny and Sexism
samchase112's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
The definition of a madcap adventure romance! This wasn’t a perfect book — it dragged on too long, the beginning was nearly nonsensical because of the lack of world building — but it certainly dared to be different and I appreciate the satirical whimsy. Altogether an enjoyable adventure, if not my favorite.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content and Violence
Moderate: Death, Murder, and Death of parent
erebus53's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
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? Yes
4.0
This is a lighthearted romp humorously told, with a swig of casual gun violence, occasional swashbuckling, and graphic sex.
In this, the first book in the Dangerous Damsels trilogy, we are introduced to a world of magical realism where aristocratic pirates pilot flying houses that are mounted with canon and guns. Raised to be a ladylike scoundrel, with savvy and decorum, our main character is a young woman who has not yet been accepted into her Society as an adult. This coming of age story deals with a woman facing her evil father, choosing her own path, engaging in the martial art of Polite Conversation, and facing the warring parts of her psyche, both emotional and rational.
Although not especially diverse in its lineup of characters, it is fiercely anti-Patriarchy.
Good fun if not very deep. Pass the popcorn, there's a love.
In this, the first book in the Dangerous Damsels trilogy, we are introduced to a world of magical realism where aristocratic pirates pilot flying houses that are mounted with canon and guns. Raised to be a ladylike scoundrel, with savvy and decorum, our main character is a young woman who has not yet been accepted into her Society as an adult. This coming of age story deals with a woman facing her evil father, choosing her own path, engaging in the martial art of Polite Conversation, and facing the warring parts of her psyche, both emotional and rational.
Although not especially diverse in its lineup of characters, it is fiercely anti-Patriarchy.
Good fun if not very deep. Pass the popcorn, there's a love.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism, Alcohol, Violence, Gun violence, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, Drug use, Kidnapping, Infidelity, and Sexual content
Moderate: Gore, Misogyny, Death, and Sexism
Minor: Toxic relationship, Chronic illness, and Stalking
sophiesmallhands's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Sexism, Misogyny, Murder, Injury/Injury detail, Abandonment, and Gun violence
desdowns's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
If the ladies of Pride and Prejudice became rogue pirates captaining magical flying houses, this is how I imagine they would turn out. The writing is always witty and often hilarious. It’s a coming-of-age story, a steamy insta-romance, a critique of the patriarchy, an exploration of generational trauma, and a love letter to female familial relationships. Lady scoundrels certainly have all the fun.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content, Murder, and Gun violence
Minor: Alcohol, Cursing, and Drug use
noblelandmermaid's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content