So, I want to start off by saying that I didn’t exactly dislike this novel. I didn’t thoroughly enjoy it either. I went into this one excited because I knew that in book 4 you discover the identity of Lady Whistledown (who, in my humble opinion, steals the show in every novel). The problem with this is that it was decidedly… lackluster.

I loved Colin’s carefree character in all of the other novels (and the TV show that brought him to life). I also loved Penelope and the character development that is so obviously shown during the preceding novels. The problem was not with the characters, but rather, with the chemistry.

I really didn’t feel any chemistry between Colin and Penelope. I felt Penelope’s emotions towards Colin, but nothing from Colin to Penelope. It was a little disappointing to say the least. However, there were definitely bright moments in this novel.

I loved the chase to find Lady Whistledown’s identity. Lady Danbury was amazing in causing this fiasco to start. Cressida also made this novel a little more interesting. Both of these characters added the spark that was needed in this book and I looked forward to their appearances (even though Cressida is a terrible human being).

In the end, finding out who Lady Whistledown was didn’t come as a huge surprise. If you haven’t watched the TV show yet and are still reading each of the books to find her identity, don’t watch the TV show!! I didn’t realize that they announced her idtentiy at the end of season one, sooo I was thoroughly disappointed to not be able to read about it in the books. This could also be one of the reasons why I didn’t enjoy it as much as the others. However, this book was a welcome distraction nonetheless because entering into the world of masquerades, balls, steamy romance, and irresistible charm is something I can never pass up.

Source: Overdrive Audiobook from Public Library