Quick Synopsis – Catherine Benson and Andrew Devener are an unlikely match. Their marriage is one of convivence, her dowry helps Andrew reestablish his family home and Andrew gave her a way out of vicious gossip. But what if there is more than just convivence, what if there is love between them?

Song This Reminds Me Of – All of Me -John Legend

Content Warning – Nudity

Publication Date – Nov. 28, 2023

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Overall Rating –3 out of 5 ⭐

Review – Ruined is a graphic novel of a Regency-era romance between a woman who has fallen from society’s grace and a man whose reputation and social standing have fallen. Catherine and Andrew marry so they can save themselves, but as the story goes, there might be more to them than meets the eye. Might there even be love between them?

What follows is a little formulaic, and if you like Regency-era stories, you can probably see where the book is going. This is a cozy read though and something you can easily get through in one sitting. I will say this book is not for young readers; there is nudity and sex depicted. While the sex isn’t super graphic, it is drawn just as a heads-up.

Thanks to NetGalley and First Second Books for the ARC!