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A review by so_many_books
Finding Lord Landry by Lucy Lennox
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
The final instalment I've been waiting for.
It's no secret that I've been intrigued by the squabbles between Landry and Kenji in all of the previous books. Their story was foreshadowed in little moments, and the author managed to build anticipation for this fifth book in the series.
Because of this anticipation, I was a bit wary, but fortunately, Finding Lord Landry delivered what was promised.
Landry and Kenji's secret enemies-with-benefits arrangement is a train wreck from the get-go. It's so obvious that Landry harbors deep feelings for Kenji even though Kenji doesn't believe him when he tries to make their situationship move forward. And although Kenji rejects Landry time and time again, it's not because he doesn't have feelings for him. It's because he's afraid.
In this book, their world turns upside down when Landry has to reveal his true identity as a viscount to save Kenji. The aftermath is perfect chaos.
I find their relationship unique in a way that although they enter a fake marriage to save face, they are already in love with each other just in major denial. At least, Kenji is. The tension between them is beautifully executed and very much keep you on your toes. The passion that forms from that tension is scorching hot. I could feel Landry's despair and hopelessness through the pages. But I could also totally understand Kenji's hesitance, especially after finding out Landry's huge lie by omission.
One thing that bothered me, however, was that Kenji's cruel rejections were barely addressed. Landry's perseverance in pursuing him was admirable, but I would have given up a long time ago based on Kenji's rejections. I don't think their peaceful moments were in focus enough to explain Landry's trust in their future.
Also, lots of the times, they defaulted to solving their arguments in bed instead of talking, which frustrated me to no end.
Obviously, the ending is sweet and satisfying, and Kenji redeems himself somewhat. And of course, we have a healthy dose of the brotherhood through sweet moments and hilarious ones, too.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and this series.
It's no secret that I've been intrigued by the squabbles between Landry and Kenji in all of the previous books. Their story was foreshadowed in little moments, and the author managed to build anticipation for this fifth book in the series.
Because of this anticipation, I was a bit wary, but fortunately, Finding Lord Landry delivered what was promised.
Landry and Kenji's secret enemies-with-benefits arrangement is a train wreck from the get-go. It's so obvious that Landry harbors deep feelings for Kenji even though Kenji doesn't believe him when he tries to make their situationship move forward. And although Kenji rejects Landry time and time again, it's not because he doesn't have feelings for him. It's because he's afraid.
In this book, their world turns upside down when Landry has to reveal his true identity as a viscount to save Kenji. The aftermath is perfect chaos.
I find their relationship unique in a way that although they enter a fake marriage to save face, they are already in love with each other just in major denial. At least, Kenji is. The tension between them is beautifully executed and very much keep you on your toes. The passion that forms from that tension is scorching hot. I could feel Landry's despair and hopelessness through the pages. But I could also totally understand Kenji's hesitance, especially after finding out Landry's huge lie by omission.
One thing that bothered me, however, was that Kenji's cruel rejections were barely addressed. Landry's perseverance in pursuing him was admirable, but I would have given up a long time ago based on Kenji's rejections. I don't think their peaceful moments were in focus enough to explain Landry's trust in their future.
Also, lots of the times, they defaulted to solving their arguments in bed instead of talking, which frustrated me to no end.
Obviously, the ending is sweet and satisfying, and Kenji redeems himself somewhat. And of course, we have a healthy dose of the brotherhood through sweet moments and hilarious ones, too.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book and this series.