Hi, it’s me, the guy who reads Jane Austen-like books and retellings without having read the source material. Believe it or not I actually enjoy them quite a bit despite not understanding the references! Besides, I feel like I've read all of her works already, by proxy or whatever. Anyway, another thing I quite enjoy is a good love-triangle every now and then. I know, I know, that’s probably an unpopular opinion and I’m sorry. It’s just with all the drama and the jealously and the verbal sparrin...

Title: Dangerous Alliance: An Austentatious Romance Author: Jennieke Cohen Age Group: Teen/Young Adult Genre: Historical Fiction/Romance Series: Standalone Star Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars I borrowed this book from my local library and reviewed it. After I finished The Story of More, I needed something considerably lighter. I asked my friends what I should read, and all of them voted unanimously for Dangerous Alliance, so I decided to go for it. It’s no secret that I love Jane Austen and all of th...

I think I set my expectations too high.THERE IS NO WITTY BANTER. THERE IS, HOWEVER, A LOT OF CRINGE. The synopsis led me to expect an Austen version of I Believe in a Thing Called Love. And I didn't get that. In fact, despite the frequent name dropping, I didn't get much Austen inspired plotting either. This novel reads much more like a homage to Ann Radcliffe or even (shudder) Samuel Richardson.I know two stars might be a little harsh, but they come from a place of honest frustration. The auth...

4 starsIf you have ever enjoyed a Jane Austen book, movie, or TV show—you've got to read this. Plot: ★★★★Pacing: ★★★ 1/2Time period vibe: ★★★★★Dangerous Alliance is such a great read for these uncertain times. Stressed out about the world right now? Jump into Georgian England, when Austen's novels are hot off the press and young Vicky is trying to live by the principles of her favorite modern-day heroine, Elizabeth Bennett. This was the perfect level of Austen inspiration...and not a straight-ou...

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2.5 stars..

Had fun with it at first but it grew tired of it after awhile. Continued mainly because I was curious.
Some of the action near the end parts felt over the top to me and had me rolling my eyes rather than gripping the pages.

Still glad I tried to step out of my comfort zone even though this ended up Meh for me in the end.

Title: Dangerous AllianceAuthor: Jennieke CohenRelease date: December 3, 2019Cliffhanger: NoGenre: historical romance“You’re not like Mr. Darcy. And I wouldn’t have you be. You’re you. And I wouldn’t trade you for a dozen perfect gentlemen. The reality of you is far better than any fiction.”This was such a fun, quirky book! When I read in the synopsis that the heroine is a book lover, more specifically that she is obsessed with Jane Austen, I knew she was a girl after my own heart. Not only did...

Dangerous Alliance scratched an itch I didn't know I had for a Jane Austen-esque YA historical romance. This book is if every Jane Austen novel plus Vanity Fair had a baby. It's set in 1817, so Jane Austen herself has published all but her last two novels (Northanger Abbey and Persuasion), and the main character, Victoria "Vicky" Aston is a massive fan. When disgrace befalls her family, she must participate in the Season to find a wealthy husband to save her family's estate. Reluctant but determ...

A Dangerous Alliance was an enchanting, heart warming and enthralling mix of history, romance, and mystery. With charming comparisons to some of Jane Austen's most famous novels and characters, it truly was a delight to read. With engaging characters, a wonderful old world English setting, and a mystery that will keep you on your toes, I couldn't read this one fast enough. I devoured every single page and was sad when it was over because I wasn't ready to say goodbye. *ARC provided by the publis...

ARC received in exchange for an honest review - thank you! I feel super dispirited right now... not many YA books seem to be holding my attention lately. This is the third ARC within the space of a few days that I think I'll have to DNF. I'm utterly unimpressed by her stupidity. She ends up slamming her head on the ground for the SECOND time in FIVE MINUTES because she didn't move out of the way of someone who's randomly attacked her. She also doesn't seem to be demonstrating the appropri...