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4.1 AVERAGE
4.1 AVERAGE
I'm so glad, I finally get to read Georgette Heyer's book, because I wanted to try her for such a long time, but there just wasn't... what? I don't know... (too many books, I guess).
I enjoyed Frederica very much. The family feelings are strong in this one, so if you don't enjoy reading about kids, this book probably isn't for you. I, for my part, loved that though I have to admit that while the addition of kids strengthened the romantic relationship, it also took so much time from it that the book left me a little bit disappointed (I thought the ending was rushed). The humour is great though, characters alive... the romance had some problems to get me on board. In the beginning, I just couldn't truly liked Alverstoke. Even if he was in the right, he often said things that were quite sexist and though I found him interesting and good written, I couldn't really relate to him and like him. On top of that the faults he had made him for me an impossible love interest - how could you fall in love with someone who gets bored so easily? That's just asking for a heartbreak. BUT Heyer managed to won me over, his character development is masterful and I loved that.
This is very Austenesque book, if you are looking for more books similar to [a:Jane Austen|1265|Jane Austen|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1651510251p2/1265.jpg], this is it. It's not so focused on social commentaries as Austen is, but it's pretty close match. It also reminded me of (don't kill me) [b:The Viscount Who Loved Me|861326|The Viscount Who Loved Me (Bridgertons, #2)|Julia Quinn|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1379594308l/861326._SY75_.jpg|3363] (minus sex) - it uses some similar tropes (two sisters), has strong family feels, adds humour to scenes that are supposed to be romantic (the bee scene and the pork jelly scene). Frederica is of course much more historically accurate and the genre is a bit different, but... if you enjoyed Viscount you might enjoy this book.
I enjoyed Frederica very much. The family feelings are strong in this one, so if you don't enjoy reading about kids, this book probably isn't for you. I, for my part, loved that though I have to admit that while the addition of kids strengthened the romantic relationship, it also took so much time from it that the book left me a little bit disappointed (I thought the ending was rushed). The humour is great though, characters alive... the romance had some problems to get me on board. In the beginning, I just couldn't truly liked Alverstoke. Even if he was in the right, he often said things that were quite sexist and though I found him interesting and good written, I couldn't really relate to him and like him. On top of that the faults he had made him for me an impossible love interest - how could you fall in love with someone who gets bored so easily? That's just asking for a heartbreak. BUT Heyer managed to won me over, his character development is masterful and I loved that.
This is very Austenesque book, if you are looking for more books similar to [a:Jane Austen|1265|Jane Austen|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1651510251p2/1265.jpg], this is it. It's not so focused on social commentaries as Austen is, but it's pretty close match. It also reminded me of (don't kill me) [b:The Viscount Who Loved Me|861326|The Viscount Who Loved Me (Bridgertons, #2)|Julia Quinn|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1379594308l/861326._SY75_.jpg|3363] (minus sex) - it uses some similar tropes (two sisters), has strong family feels, adds humour to scenes that are supposed to be romantic (the bee scene and the pork jelly scene). Frederica is of course much more historically accurate and the genre is a bit different, but... if you enjoyed Viscount you might enjoy this book.
The colloquialisms went over my head some of the time but besides that this was a fun read! I liked the overall plot and witty remarks throughout.
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
At times absurd and entertaining, but I couldn’t find the charm that others spoke of in regard to the main character.
Enjoyable, but dragged a little towards the end. Despite the fact that marrying Charis off was a major plot point, I grew somewhat bored of it about halfway through the book and just wanted Frederica and Alverstoke to get on with it.
That said, I would happily read more Heyer and am seeking recommendations. :)
That said, I would happily read more Heyer and am seeking recommendations. :)
Frederica by Georgette Heyer is a Regency romance by the master at the height of her powers. It’s a delightful story of a young woman determined to take care of her younger siblings with no thought to her own future. She enlists the aid of a distant cousin her father once spoke highly of.
Although Lord Alverstoke is not a man who will normally go out of his way to be kind and helpful for anyone, he finds himself wanting to help Frederica. To his astonishment he takes a great interest in her young brothers, and he finds Frederica more and more engaging as he comes to know her as well.
The plot moves along, and there are some wonderfully amusing scenes (including one early on in which the mongrel dog owned by the siblings causes trouble and has to be rescued by the distinguished Marquis). Frederica is highly recommended for anyone who enjoys Regency or other historical romances.
Although Lord Alverstoke is not a man who will normally go out of his way to be kind and helpful for anyone, he finds himself wanting to help Frederica. To his astonishment he takes a great interest in her young brothers, and he finds Frederica more and more engaging as he comes to know her as well.
The plot moves along, and there are some wonderfully amusing scenes (including one early on in which the mongrel dog owned by the siblings causes trouble and has to be rescued by the distinguished Marquis). Frederica is highly recommended for anyone who enjoys Regency or other historical romances.
A hilarious read this writer really mastered that old snobby ,ton humour ,no one else compares!
You know what you're getting with Georgette Heyer. Entertaining, enjoyable, relaxing historical romance.
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
An enjoyable read! I liked the sibling dynamics, and Frederica was charming and witty and clever. The age gap was a bit much for me, but not enough to spoil the whole book. Seeing Alverstoke grow to care for the younger boys was sweet, and I love Felix and his poor orphan act and the hijinks he gets up to - and Jessamy’s love and admiration for his sister!
One of my favorite Heyer novels. Frederica and her brothers and sisters manage to effectively shake up their cousin's rather boring life with hilarious and wonderful results.