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A review by kristirose
A Waltz with the Outspoken Governess by Catherine Tinley
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.5
Vicar's daughter Mary Smith needs a way to earn a living while trying to save her father. Sir Nicholas Denny needs a Governess to help amuse his visiting nieces and nephews. Unexpectedly, this puts them on a collision course.
Other than Sir Nicholas's secretary, I struggled to like the characters. I feel as though Nicholas was given a character arc similar to Mr. Darcy in that he has to come to terms with his arrogance. It was a difficult sell. I just didn't find him likeable.
I also didn't enjoy how Mary excused everyone's behavior. People are responsible for their own actions. No one in this book seems to own up to that fact. Mary provides everyone with an excuse for everything.
Other than Sir Nicholas's secretary, I struggled to like the characters. I feel as though Nicholas was given a character arc similar to Mr. Darcy in that he has to come to terms with his arrogance. It was a difficult sell. I just didn't find him likeable.
I also didn't enjoy how Mary excused everyone's behavior. People are responsible for their own actions. No one in this book seems to own up to that fact. Mary provides everyone with an excuse for everything.