Review by jencolumb0 - Bringing Down the Duke

jencolumb0 's review for:

Bringing Down the Duke by Evie Dunmore

4.25

emotional hopeful informative medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

I initially struggled to get into this book but am glad I gave it a second try. It’s a delightfully spicy (Victorian) pass at the Duke trope that also serves as the best articulation I have read to date of the experience of being an intelligent woman in the patriarchy. So, in that sense, it is not the most escapist of books but is a validating, enjoyable read.

Guys, particularly those looking to Do Better, put this one at the top of your TBR.

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