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In brief: Libertie’s mother wants her to be just like her – a female doctor. But Libertie’s heart isn’t in it, and having darker skin than her mother means she is denied many freedoms. Will Libertie find her own freedom somewhere? The good: Beautiful writing with a heroine that is intriguing and frustrating. The not-so-good:... Continue Reading →
In brief: Rose wants to be an architect, but it’s not what women do in 1897 New York City. Now that the family’s fortunes are lost, she must decide whether to follow her dreams or save the family… The good: The elephants add another layer to the story. The not-so-good: A little too detailed at... Continue Reading →
In brief: The story of the ‘quiet’ Bridgerton, Francesca. She’s a young widow who decides she wants a baby. The new earl is desperately in love with her and also happens to be a good friend of her and her husband’s… The good: Getting to know Francesca, who has been an enigma in both the... Continue Reading →
In brief: This is Eloise Bridgerton’s story, where she runs away from London to possibly marry a man she’s never met. The good: Eloise is always fun. The not-so-good: I kind of missed London and the ton. Why I chose it: The fifth book in the Bridgerton series. Year: 2002 Pages: 372 Publisher: Harper Collins... Continue Reading →
In brief: The story of three women during the American Civil War – a nurse, a slave and a plantation owner. The good: Didn’t shy away from the darker side of humans during war. The not-so-good: Georgy was kind of irritating initially as she could do no wrong. Why I chose it: I like a... Continue Reading →
In brief: Here’s Benedict’s story – and it’s not what you imagined it would be! It involves a masked Cinderella, the rescuing of a maid in disguise and a bit of blackmail… The good: Completely different to the previous two Bridgerton books. The not-so-good: Benedict, don’t insult the lady. Why I chose it: Bridgerton, of... Continue Reading →
In brief: Ellie has been recruited to work for the secretive Central Bureau in World War II Brisbane. Her job is to decipher communications from the Japanese, but she can never, ever discuss it. The good: I knew very little about Central Bureau before this book. The not-so-good: I would have liked a little more... Continue Reading →
In brief: This is Anthony Bridgerton’s story after he decides he probably should marry. But the sister of his intended, Kate, is infuriatingly interesting… The good: Fun with witty dialogue. The not-so-good: Not quite enough Benedict for me. Why I chose it: Bridgerton, of course! Year: 2000 Pages: 378 Publisher: Avon (Harper Collins) Setting: England... Continue Reading →
In brief: In sixteenth century England, a girl falls ill and her brother runs for help. What happens over the next week will shape a marriage and many lives. The good: Some scenes are heartbreaking. The not-so-good: Took some time to get into, particularly the movement from past to present and back again. Why I... Continue Reading →
In brief: The story of a young Australian actress trying to make her way in 1920s London. The good: Lovely read with lots of adventure. The not-so-good: Reading the back cover, I expected the scandal to make up more of the plot. Why I chose it: Have loved Pamela Hart’s other historical fiction novels. Thanks... Continue Reading →
