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Wicked and the Wallflower (The Bareknuckle Bastards, #1)

Sarah MacLean
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Wicked and the Wallflower (The Bareknuckle Bastards, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018

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Sarah MacLean

Wicked and the Wallflower (The Bareknuckle Bastards, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

396

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1830s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Wicked and the Wallflower by Sarah MacLean follows a skilled matchmaker, Felicity Faircloth, who teams up with a notorious duke, Devil, to reclaim her place in society. The alliance becomes complicated as secrets unravel and romance develops. Set in Victorian London, the novel explores themes of identity, ambition, and love.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

24,497 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Sarah MacLean's Wicked and the Wallflower is celebrated for its compelling characters and masterful blend of romance and intrigue. Readers applaud the chemistry between the protagonists and the engaging plot. However, some critiques point to a slow start and occasional predictability. Overall, the novel is praised for its rich emotional depth and satisfying romance.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Wicked and the Wallflower (The Bareknuckle Bastards, #1)?

Readers who enjoy Wicked and the Wallflower by Sarah MacLean are likely fans of Regency-era romances featuring strong heroines and brooding heroes. Similar to books like Julia Quinn’s Bridgerton series and Lisa Kleypas’s Wallflowers series, they appreciate witty banter, passionate love stories, and intricate plots.

4.2

24,497 ratings

74%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

396

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

London, England • 1830s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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