A review by cinderrunner
It's in His Kiss by Julia Quinn

adventurous emotional funny hopeful lighthearted mysterious reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

This is one of the best books in the Bridgerton series. It has the most to offer. The plot is engaging and has a very heavy dose of both mystery and drama. There is heart and humanity in novel that isn't as fully present in all of the other books of the series. Hyacinth is one of the most loveable members of her family and I'm so thrilled there was so much Lady Danburry. Hyacinth's relationship with her is so delightful. The only reason I didn't rate this book higher is the pitfalls of Gareth. For one, a lot of his character and situation seems derivative of other characters and plotlines. The drama with his dad gives very much Simon and Sophie, he draws like Benedict, he's another rake we don't know if we can trust like Simon. Also, he constantly put Hyacinth in compromising positions that are motivated by manipulation, entrapment, and darkness. Yes, he redeems himself and he does truly love her. But it doesn't discount the coercion and the way he uses her. We all know there is no consent if its not informed consent. Would have likely been a 5 star read otherwise. 

🚨*the app doesn't have an option for this apparently so CONTENT WARNING for sexually and emotional manipulation* 
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