The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies by Alison Goodman

The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies

The Ill-Mannered Ladies #1

Alison Goodman

605 pages first pub 2023 (editions)

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The book is ideal for readers who enjoy spirited historical adventures with witty heroines, clever mysteries, and a touch of unconventional romance set against the backdrop of societal rebellion.

Description

Lady Augusta Colebrook, "Gus," and her twin sister, Julia, need to rescue their friend's goddaughter, Caroline, from her violent husband. The sisters set out to Caroline's country estate, but their carriage is accosted. In the scuffle, Gus acciden...

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Community Reviews

4.15
based on 2,250 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 92%

mysterious: 46%

funny: 43%

emotional: 36%

lighthearted: 28%

tense: 27%

hopeful: 25%

dark: 23%

inspiring: 19%

informative: 9%

challenging: 8%

sad: 8%

reflective: 5%

relaxing: 3%


Pace

36% of readers chose fast
59% of readers chose medium
4% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

23% of readers chose Plot
66% of readers chose A mix
9% of readers chose Character
Plot
A mix
Character

Strong character development?

71% of readers chose Yes
13% of readers chose Complicated
14% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

93% of readers chose Yes
4% of readers chose Complicated
1% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Diverse cast of characters?

51% of readers chose Yes
12% of readers chose Complicated
34% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

32% of readers chose Yes
19% of readers chose Complicated
47% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

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