Comments on: Review of ‘Queenie’ by Candice Carty-Williams

By: nsford

nsford — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 17:03:52 +0000

In reply to Stephen Writes. Thanks! I appreciate your comment :) I think this book has been somewhat mis-sold, although I don't regret reading it. Knowing the kind of books you read, I would agree that it's probably not worth having on your TBR.

By: Stephen Writes

Stephen Writes — Thu, 27 Jan 2022 08:54:50 +0000

I have wondered about if I should ever read this book and to be honest, I’m not sure it’s one for me. Excellent review, really enjoyed hearing your thoughts!

By: nsford

nsford — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 19:29:43 +0000

In reply to Book_tangled. I think it's worth reading if you go into it knowing the content is darker and more disturbing than the marketing suggests. Equally it won't be to everyone's taste :)

By: Book_tangled

Book_tangled — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 01:39:27 +0000

I’ve read similar reviews like yours, it’s the reason ehy I haven’t picked it up yet..

By: nsford

nsford — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 23:52:36 +0000

In reply to stargazer. I remember requesting it on Netgalley but being turned down! That's why I only read it when I found it in a charity shop (as I very rarely buy brand new books). Oddly I didn't find it at all similar to Bridget Jones. I think that comparison is used too much for anything vaguely branded a rom com with a female protagonist who has disastrous relationships. Thanks for your comment!

By: stargazer

stargazer — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 21:35:14 +0000

I decided a while ago, that this book wasn’t for me and your review hasn’t changed my mind. I’m fairly sure, I wouldn’t find it funny either and maybe even get annoyed with the protagonist. To be honest, I’m not a huge Bridget Jones fan either… (I think it has been compared to Bridget Jones by some readers).

By: nsford

nsford — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 17:42:49 +0000

In reply to Lady Tessa.

You’re totally right – when he marketing doesn’t match the reality of the book, it’s very annoying. I’m not saying I wouldn’t still like the book anyway but it can tarnish my opinion somewhat. Thanks for reading!

By: Lady Tessa

Lady Tessa — Tue, 25 Jan 2022 12:05:07 +0000

I’ve come across a few books lately that package themselves as romcoms when they are neither romantic or funny. It really dooms your reading experience from the get-go when that is the case. Excellent, insightful review!