vicreads24 's review for:

Lady Knight by Amalie Howard

4.5

adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted relaxing 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

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I really enjoyed this regency era, brother’s best friend romance. I felt like this book was way more than a romance. It was a very feminist-forward book and I loved it. I loved Zia’s character and her friend group. I appreciated the way the author implemented actual historical events/ideas into the plot. I really enjoyed how she added in a literature aspect with referencing Mary Shelley and other important literary figures into the story. I appreciated the discussions that were included on a lot of issues women have had and still have with being seen as their own people in society. I also enjoyed the romance aspect, I thought the dynamic between Zia and Rafi was really fun and kept me engaged in their story. I loved how supportive Rafi was of Zia’s opinions and actions, I’m glad that he was written as a man who supported the ideas of his love interest. Overall, I highly recommend this adorable YA historical romance!