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A review by kittyg_23
The Lady Thief of Belgravia by Allison Grey
3.5
Our leading lady, Della Rose, isn't your typical Victorian gentlewoman. She's a notorious thief with the quickest hands in Seven Dials. However, when she crosses paths with the dashing Cole Winthrop, her life takes an unexpected turn. Cole, intrigued by the scandalous whispers surrounding Della, enlists her help in a mission that involves theft, deception, and a good dose of her unique charm.
I am glad to get to read this as the premise of this book is undeniably intriguing. A thief and a gentleman teaming up to steal for Queen and country? Sign me up! Grey gives us a tale filled with suspense, mystery, and a touch of glamour as Della must transform from a child of the rookery into a lady, able to navigate the high-society world. Learning to walk, talk, ride, and flirt like a lady is no small feat for Della, but it's a journey that adds layers to the story.
The chemistry between Della and Cole is palpable, and as their worlds collide, the tension between them sizzles. The slow-burn romance is wonderful, and Grey does a great job of capturing their evolving relationship. The revelation of Cole's secret adds a layer of intrigue to the story, making the plot more than just a straightforward heist.
However, the pacing and execution left me wanting a tad more. Some moments in the story occasionally felt a bit rushed and certain plot points could have been explored in greater detail. However, overall an engaging and entertaining read.
The narrator of the audio version however did a great job of bringing Della to life. If the author had given us a bit more backstory in the beginning or given us more to the captured scene I would have rated this book higher.
I am glad to get to read this as the premise of this book is undeniably intriguing. A thief and a gentleman teaming up to steal for Queen and country? Sign me up! Grey gives us a tale filled with suspense, mystery, and a touch of glamour as Della must transform from a child of the rookery into a lady, able to navigate the high-society world. Learning to walk, talk, ride, and flirt like a lady is no small feat for Della, but it's a journey that adds layers to the story.
The chemistry between Della and Cole is palpable, and as their worlds collide, the tension between them sizzles. The slow-burn romance is wonderful, and Grey does a great job of capturing their evolving relationship. The revelation of Cole's secret adds a layer of intrigue to the story, making the plot more than just a straightforward heist.
However, the pacing and execution left me wanting a tad more. Some moments in the story occasionally felt a bit rushed and certain plot points could have been explored in greater detail. However, overall an engaging and entertaining read.
The narrator of the audio version however did a great job of bringing Della to life. If the author had given us a bit more backstory in the beginning or given us more to the captured scene I would have rated this book higher.