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A review by selene_nyxly
The Duke and I by Julia Quinn
challenging
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
I really loved this story. The characters were fun, and the plot was easy to follow. However, I did have a major issue with this book.
TW: RAPE Daphne literally rapes Simon. They try to play it off as if he also wanted what was happening since he vocally encouraged her. However, literally moments before, he had been passed out drunk. He could not consent in the moment and had specifically stated that he did not want to have even the slightest chance of getting her pregnant. The entire thing ruined the book for me.
Graphic: Sexual content, Sexual assault, and Rape
Moderate: Ableism, Child abuse, Sexual harassment, and Abandonment
Minor: Death of parent