Unfortunately, I didn't enjoy this as much as I hoped. The chemistry and connection between the main characters was lacking and felt underdeveloped, and the focus on the side characters took away from that even more.

Historical romance is one of my favorite genres so I will leap at the opportunity to read one early. The plot was so intriguing but I didn't end up enjoying this one as it was a little bit boring for me.

I enjoyed this book! The title alone is intriguing to pick it up and it's definitely a sweet read. Perfect book for days when you want a light and fun book!

Unfortunately this just did not grab my attention. I love other historical romance like manda Collins or Evie dunmore but this was just not for me. It really felt like it dragged and the secondary coupling was super… annoying. I’m not even sure that’s the right word for it. I didn’t like that the secondary characters had their own pov since it was distracting from the story.

Francesca Thorne has spent ten unhappy years married to Edward, a philandering rake, and she's finally had enough and has decided to petition for divorce. Edward sends his old friend James Standish to try and convince Fran to drop her petition, but when James goes to visit her, he finds himself more on her side. As they develop a tentative friendship, sparks begin to fly, but Francesca's future is uncertain and her freedom hangs in the balance.

I really enjoyed this one! There was a good mix of character development and plot driving the story forward. I loved seeing James and Francesca's feelings for each other develop and unfold. There were a lot of side characters, but not too many that they got muddied and some of them ended up really growing on me! Overall, a really well written historical romance and I'm excited to read more by this author!

TW: Cheating

This book is a great pick-me-up between seasons of Bridgerton. The writing is solid, and the second half heats up with steamy scenes and plenty of romantic drama. While I breezed through it and had a good time overall, I couldn't shake my frustration with the attempt to redeem Mr. Thorne. He was just too unbearable and awful to be believably redeemed without more development.
In conclusion, if you're looking for a quick and entertaining read with a dash of romance and drama, this book fits the bill. While it may not be perfect, its engaging writing style and compelling storyline make it a worthwhile choice for fans of the genre.

I had high hopes for this one, but unfortunately it didn’t work for me. I didn’t feel any chemistry between the main characters. I also found it very distracting to the story that side characters had POV chapters.

Thank you to the author & NetGalley for an e-ARC of this book.

Julia Bennet's "The Worst Woman in London" is a historical romance that explores the complexities of love and redemption. Set in the vibrant and scandalous world of Victorian London, the story follows Frances Thorne,

Francesca (Frances) is determined to break free from her oppressive marriage and live life on her own terms. Her plans are complicated when a friend of her past, James Standish, comes back into her orbit. James, on the other hand, is torn between his duty to his family and his growing feelings for Francesca.

As their forbidden love blossoms, Francesca and James must navigate the treacherous waters of Victorian society, where scandal and ruin lurk around every corner. Will they risk everything for a chance at happiness, or will they succumb to the pressures of society? As they embark on an affair, they discover that their pasts may not define their futures.

(I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review)

A delightful read full of humour and heart! I would recommend for fans of Evie Dunmore or Martha Watters. I loved reading about these characters. I laughed, cried, and just felt so satisfied by the end.

Thank you to NetGalley and to the publisher for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This started off well and I loved the concept of a more experienced heroine. I also found the idea of a character going through a divorce in Victorian times very intriguing. However other parts didn't work well for me. Like the POV shifts to characters other than the two main characters.
Thank you, Netgalley and the publisher for allowing me an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Normally I love a historical romance but this book just really didn’t do it for me. The premise of the book is that Francesca is seeking to divorce her husband (which is unheard of generally for the time period) and James is his best friend who gets mixed into trying to convince Francesca not to divorce Edward and instead take a sum of money. Naturally chaos ensues romantically between Francesca and James. It was just lacking the type of heat and passion I love to read in these kinds of books. James just felt predictable and Francesca was a little too woe-is-me at times.

A cute, fun read! I love a period piece with my whole heart! The overall pacing of the book was kind of slow, but i did really enjoy James' and Fran's relationship dynamic. It was fun to read.

When I read the synopsis for this book I thought I had found myself a perfect read, however.... the execution wasn't as good as I would have expected. The pace was painfully slow (or maybe that was just my experience with it) and I only really cared for the main characters (not so much for anyone else). The exploration of topics like divorce in such a setting is nonetheless intriguing and the book is undoubtedly a fun time.

Another good read
Perfect book to curl up with and to get lost in
Will have you hooked from the first page
Thanks NetGalley

I really enjoyed this book! It was excellent. I adored the romance between James and Fran; it was exactly what I wanted. Thanks to net galley for the early arc in exchange for a review.

I absolutely loved this book! I loved the romance and connection between James and Fran. And while Edward was a slight pain in the beginning I liked that he was able to learn from his mistakes and find his own happy ending too.

I haven't ready many historical romance but this one had a very interesting premise and decent chemistry between the two main characters. I would have liked to see more build-up though for the romance but otherwise enjoyed the book!

THE COVER IS STUNNING. This read was probably my first historical romance but oh boy was it good. I was so invested in the story and I love the Victorian vibes.I love how the characters were able to work through their issues and find joy together at the end.
Recommended

First of all, this cover is EVERYTHING! And a plus side is I enjoyed the story within as well! It was a little spicy for my taste, but overall super enjoyable.

A simple, sweet story of forbidden love. Francesca wants a divorce, but her husband would rather just have a separation. Edward sends his best friend James to plead his case, but over time, James and Francesca fall in love. The greatest obstacle in this book is less the husband and more the societal norms that they must adhere to in order to ensure Francesca may be granted a divorce.