A review by shelbyday
While the Duke Was Sleeping by Sophie Jordan

3.0

This book was very entertaining and the characters had great chemistry. The only thing that bothered me was the hero was a bit too aggressive. I feel like consent was not adequately portrayed in some of the physical scenes. She would say no and he would tell her she really wanted him. It made me feel a little icky. He would pin her to a wall, at one point he wrapped his hand around her neck... This really put a damper on my enjoyment of the book. I feel the days of bodice ripping are gone. Let us instead empower strong female characters to vocalize exactly what they want and need. Having said that, I still plan on reading the next book though I am hoping the author is a bit more conscientious when it comes to the heroine saying yes and meaning it without any coercion or pressure.