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A review by thekissballad
An Offer From a Gentleman by Julia Quinn
I've decided not to numerically rate this nor any Bridgerton books since I'll always be influenced by the show. Instead I'll share what I liked/disliked in comparison.
I will say, though, that I definitely liked this book better than the previous two. And that's saying something since Cinderella retellings and love at first sight aren't among my list of favorites.
While there were plenty of times Benedict was an arse & I hated him in those moments, I liked that there was finally some responsibility taken by the MCs & apologies were made. While they weren't always resolved to my liking, actions were at least taken, which was lacking in the previous books.
I do agree with many fellow post-show readers that show Benedict is superior and it will be interesting to see what all remains from this story when his season comes considering much more is already being explored with his character than we see in the book and timelines are already askewed.
Besides, book Benedict is pretty dull, yet he wonders why he's referred to as "Number 2."
Also Violet Bridgerton is the best Mama of the ton.
I will say, though, that I definitely liked this book better than the previous two. And that's saying something since Cinderella retellings and love at first sight aren't among my list of favorites.
While there were plenty of times Benedict was an arse & I hated him in those moments, I liked that there was finally some responsibility taken by the MCs & apologies were made. While they weren't always resolved to my liking, actions were at least taken, which was lacking in the previous books.
I do agree with many fellow post-show readers that show Benedict is superior and it will be interesting to see what all remains from this story when his season comes considering much more is already being explored with his character than we see in the book and timelines are already askewed.
Besides, book Benedict is pretty dull, yet he wonders why he's referred to as "Number 2."
Also Violet Bridgerton is the best Mama of the ton.
Content Warnings
Minor: Rape