A review by elysareadsitall
A Certain Appeal by Vanessa King

funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

"A Certain Appeal" is a "Pride and Prejudice" retelling set in the modern-day New York burlesque scene. This book was just pure fun with several dashes of sexy thrown in. I loved the characters in the novel. The only weird thing is how formal Darcy was, especially his letter. That seems to happen a lot with modern retellings for some reason. Everyone else sounds natural, but Darcy is formal. This novel has many funny moments, and the pace of the story moves quickly. I definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a fun romance or a P&P update.
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