A review by reclusivebookslug
Queen Charlotte by Shonda Rhimes, Julia Quinn

emotional funny sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

One of my favorite romance novels of the year! I've never read or watched any of the Bridgerton books or shows besides this, but after seeing some clips from the Queen Charlotte show I decided to give this one a try. I don't actually have Netflix, so I can't compare the book to the show at the moment. I've heard that Julia Quinn's writing often leaves something to be desired, but if the main Bridgerton series is anything like this I'll have to give it a try.

A few notes:
  • The beginning of the book makes a big deal about Charlotte's favorite name being the nickname Lottie, but this is never brought up again.
  • I wish we got to see a bit more of them figuring out how to live together and be happy with one another. This is always my favorite part of arranged/forced marriage romances.
  • I don't know how I feel about the ending. I think my opinion would be contingent upon the illness George is supposed to have in this historical fiction account.
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