A review by meganpbennett
The Viscount Who Loved Me by Julia Quinn

emotional funny hopeful medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

Notorious Rake, Anthony, Viscount Bridgerton has decided to marry this season, and so marry this season he will. He has chosen the Diamond of the First Water, the most beautiful girl in her first season, and he knows nothing will get in his way. Edwina Sheffield is only 17, and with no dowry, she's not exactly a catch, despite her beauty. And then there's the fact that any man wanting to marry her has to have her sister's approval. And Kate does not approve of Rakes. Anthony discovers both of these facts when Colin sets him up, knowing Anthony will put his foot in it.

But... Anthony and Kate are a much better match than Anthony and Edwina. And Anthony can't get his mind off of Kate, despite the fact that he's supposed to be courting her sister. They see each other at their best and worst, before being caught in a compromising position (that's not really what it looks like, but, given the time period....)

The death of Anthony's father is very important in this story, as is the death of Kate's mother, and the causes of their deaths cause Anthony and Kate panic attacks at various points. Another possible troubling point is that Edwina is 17, and she's expected to marry this season, to someone older than her. 
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