A review by alisonmurphy
The Duke and I by Julia Quinn

funny lighthearted relaxing fast-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

3.5

I read this book while isolating at home with a bad case of covid. I had already watched the Netflix show with my Mum around Christmas time so I pretty much knew what to expect. I'm sure I would have enjoyed the romance more had I not known everything that happened already but nontheless, it was cute and did make me laugh at some points. A very easy read, definitely more fast-paced than the TV series.

There is a scene in which the main character rapes her husband which I found disgusting, particularly because she faces practically no repercussions and is eventually given everything she wants. I honestly can't get over this and it is one of the reasons that I just can't seem to love this book.


This book isn't exactly a page-turner, it's just an easy read so it goes by quickly. Or maybe I just got bored because I already knew what was going to happen. Either way, it didn't have me at the edge of my seat. That being said, I did look forward to sitting down to read it every day just because it was relaxing and didn't require much thought.

Overall, the book was okay. I did enjoy the part about the stars.
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