Series Review: A League of Extraordinary Women
A few years ago I stumbled across this historical romance novel with a strong theme of feminism and I was instantly hooked. Not going to lie it was the mix of ‘Fans of Bridgerton will love’ and the book cover illustrations that had me stop and read the synopsis, which led to me reading the first book.
A League of Extraordinary Women by Evie Dunmore is a four-book series that follows along four friends who all have their hand in ensuring woman’s rights. The books are not only witty and well-written, but also have some great storylines that keep things interesting. Set in the late 1800s, I honestly think these are my favourite historical romance books I’ve ever read.
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The women in ‘A League of Extraordinary Women’ are all unique, but all share the same passion for women’s rights.
A rating of each book!
Bringing Down the Duke: 5/5 stars
The first book is all about Annabelle, a super smart young woman. While she does not come from much, she get’s a scholarship to Oxford as long as she supports the Woman’s suffrage movement. To support the movement, she sets her eyes on the Duke of Montgomery who in-turn finds himself set on her.
A Rouge of Own’s Own: 4/5 stars
In this enemies to lover’s trope, Lucie is the heroine of this story. The leader of the Oxford suffrage movement, Lucie is determined to make her new publishing venter work in order to print stories on women’s rights. Unfortunately for her, she needs her least favourite male, Lord Ballentine, to make it happen.
Portrait of a Scotsman: 5/5 stars
The heiress of a London bank and talented artist, Hattie, is the lead of the 3rd book. She ends up in a fake marriage to financier and Scotsman Lucien Blackstone. Caught up in a lot of adventure, danger, and mystery this unlikely match may find themselves not faking it anymore.
The Gentleman’s Gambit: 4/5 stars
The series closes off by following the last friend in the group: Catriona. A true women of the suffrage cause, Catriona is dutifully dedicated to it. When a shocking interaction turns into a meeting between her new colleague Elias Khoury, Catriona finds herself in the middle of a romance she wasn’t ready for.
I highly suggest if you enjoyed Bridgerton, especially Eloise’s book to give this series a go. It’s my absolute favourite, and one I wish I could read for the first time again!
xo.V