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The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies
by Alison Goodman
I have to say that I really enjoyed this book. Of course, I know and have read Alison Goodman's other books (Dark Days Club is one of my favorite series) but they are sooo different from what this book is that I wasn't sure what to expect. With that said, I started this one and found myself not wanting to put it down.
This book focuses on two forty-something twin ladies living in Regency London and while they face the restrictions ladies in Society normally do, they have found a way to be who they want to be...for the most part. I loved the relationship Gus and Julia have with each other. They love and trust each other unconditionally and it was one of my favorite parts. Their brother on the other hand was a piece of work and I hated how he treated Gus...I'll be curious to see how their relationship moves forward based on how this book ended.
As Gus and Julia take on "projects" to help ladies they know, they find themselves in plenty of danger and I loved how resourceful and willing they were to do whatever it takes to make sure things are right. Along the way, Gus finds herself drawn to the man who tried to rob her (who happens to be someone with a past and a secret) and he strangely becomes a key participant in their work.
A lot happens in this book and I can't go into everything. If you take anything out of this, I hope that it's that you should read this book. If you enjoy Regency era stories, I highly recommend you pick this up. There's mystery, action, and a bit of romance that will keep you turning the pages.
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the copy in exchange for an honest review.
This book focuses on two forty-something twin ladies living in Regency London and while they face the restrictions ladies in Society normally do, they have found a way to be who they want to be...for the most part. I loved the relationship Gus and Julia have with each other. They love and trust each other unconditionally and it was one of my favorite parts. Their brother on the other hand was a piece of work and I hated how he treated Gus...I'll be curious to see how their relationship moves forward based on how this book ended.
As Gus and Julia take on "projects" to help ladies they know, they find themselves in plenty of danger and I loved how resourceful and willing they were to do whatever it takes to make sure things are right. Along the way, Gus finds herself drawn to the man who tried to rob her (who happens to be someone with a past and a secret) and he strangely becomes a key participant in their work.
A lot happens in this book and I can't go into everything. If you take anything out of this, I hope that it's that you should read this book. If you enjoy Regency era stories, I highly recommend you pick this up. There's mystery, action, and a bit of romance that will keep you turning the pages.
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for the copy in exchange for an honest review.