Review: Book does not have historical feel when reading
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 09 10, 2012
Interesting book with a great story line however there was just something missing for me from this book. Don't get me wrong, this book is well written, and does not have any grammar or editing mistakes. I just could not connect with the storyline or the characters.The book just did not have a historical romance feel in the plot. The lead female character, Lady Mary seemed like someone from modern times and placed in Regency England. Everyone loves this female and she does not have any rivals. No one has any fault with what she does or her talk about subjects that females do not talk about during this era. I love reading about strong female characters, but no matter how strong or independent everyone has either a rival or someone that does not like them.During the beginning of the book, the female is in a man's bedroom after he tries to help someone from being hurt. This is understandable, however for the male to not be wearing a shirt and the female be allowed to touch and bind his ribs just does not sound like Regency England. There are people in the room, older adults, and no one finds anything wrong with Lady Mary being in the room.Granted I am sure during that era just like today lots of families over looked female behavior and allowed them whatever they wanted. However no female or man is knowledgeable in every aspect of life. Lady Mary was knowledgeable in everything. To me the book read like Lady Mary was a super human without any faults.I can understand Lady Mary enthralled Lord Osmond. However, it seemed like no matter what he never found fault with her actions. It seemed like Lady Mary did not have to fae the consequence of any actions.Now, I did like the writing style of this author. I love reading historical romance. To me personally this would be a great book if the author allowed the female to have some faults. No one is perfect including fictional characters.I was gifted with this book as part of the VBT. My opinions are my own and your opinions will differ from mine. To support this author please purchase this book and form your own opinion.