Review by pagesfromhome - The Duke and I

pagesfromhome 's review for:

The Duke and I by Julia Quinn

3.0

emotional lighthearted fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

While the plot left a little to be desired for me, I did enjoy the characters and their relationships. I also appreciated how honest the two main characters were with each other; there's very little miscommunication in this book which is really nice. I'll continue with the series in order to get to know the rest of the family better. A good break from heavier books, but there are plot points that could be difficult on certain sensitivities (bullying a child, marital rape, conversations around pregnancy/having children, etc.). I'd recommend it if you're looking for a new romance series, but I wouldn't say that it's something I'd recommend to everyone.

Edit: Updated the review to 3 stars (from 3.5) after a 2024 reread

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