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browningwithabook 's review for:
Isabel and The Rogue
by Liana De la Rosa
informative
lighthearted
slow-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
Though I enjoyed the first book in the series (Ana Maria and The Fox) a bit more than this one, I still liked this one, especially because the series continues in the vein of weaving the plot with actual historical events.
The pacing of the story and the development of the romance dragged a bit for me in the first third of the book but I was happy I stuck with it as it did in fact pick up. I had been hoping for similar excitement in the third act like the first book however the tension here was no more in relation to the events happening in Mexico that Isabel was concerned with as opposed to something that happened directly to Isabel.
The chemistry between Isabel and Sirius made up for any pacing issues for me 🔥 (the scene under the desk this was welcome wink to how these two first encountered each other ðŸ¤âœ¨)
With respect to the romance, Sirius’ was so enamored with Isabel and it was a joy to read. The way he affirmed her was endearing even while he battled his own demons about his worth. I appreciated how their romance blossomed from a place of appreciation-from-a-distance (and some misconceptions) to one of meaningful understanding.
The ending 🥹ðŸ˜ðŸ« 🩷✨
I also have to give a special mention to Gabriela’s role in the story and how she served to disabuse Isabel of the incorrect views she (Isabel) held about herself and her worth. Her encouragement and enabling of Isabel to explore the feelings she had for Sirius also added a special sparkle to the story.
Overall-
Not your typical wallflower and rogue story✨✨✨
I have a special place in my heart for historical romance outside of a Eurocentric lens, and I am looking forward to seeing how the series will continue with Gabriela’s book.
The pacing of the story and the development of the romance dragged a bit for me in the first third of the book but I was happy I stuck with it as it did in fact pick up. I had been hoping for similar excitement in the third act like the first book however the tension here was no more in relation to the events happening in Mexico that Isabel was concerned with as opposed to something that happened directly to Isabel.
The chemistry between Isabel and Sirius made up for any pacing issues for me 🔥 (the scene under the desk this was welcome wink to how these two first encountered each other ðŸ¤âœ¨)
With respect to the romance, Sirius’ was so enamored with Isabel and it was a joy to read. The way he affirmed her was endearing even while he battled his own demons about his worth. I appreciated how their romance blossomed from a place of appreciation-from-a-distance (and some misconceptions) to one of meaningful understanding.
The ending 🥹ðŸ˜ðŸ« 🩷✨
I also have to give a special mention to Gabriela’s role in the story and how she served to disabuse Isabel of the incorrect views she (Isabel) held about herself and her worth. Her encouragement and enabling of Isabel to explore the feelings she had for Sirius also added a special sparkle to the story.
Overall-
Not your typical wallflower and rogue story✨✨✨
I have a special place in my heart for historical romance outside of a Eurocentric lens, and I am looking forward to seeing how the series will continue with Gabriela’s book.