so-soPersuasion is really one for the true fans, often too severe to be funny (and occasionally fat-shamey, by the by) and subtle in its treatment of quite dramatic turns. I wouldn‘t recommend starting out with this one, if you‘re new to Austen, but if you‘ve already read her others, you‘re well placed to give it a go. Full review: https://keepingupwiththepenguins.com/persuasion-jane-austen/
pickPeriod fiction can be trite and silly, but this story is so well crafted and written. I am at times angry with the protagonist, but she has made peace with her life in such a loving and generous way. And the love between sisters is so palpable
Turns out Jane Austen had trouble with the order of her i‘s and e‘s! She regularly misspells believe in her letters to Cassandra as well. I like this quote—as if you can just pick the guy you want and it‘ll work out like that.
pickOverall, I liked this modern adaptation of Sense and Sensibility - there are some similar storylines and characters in the novel, with enough tweaks to make the story its own. Admittedly, I got a little tired of Annie and Miranda and their constant antics bordering on self-pity. But, the story itself was a great distraction read and a fun adventure that it‘s a pick for me. #2010 #192025
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One week until our chapter-a-day #PemberLittens buddy read begins! Get your copy ready, and I will see you on October 1. 😃
Tagging the people who previously said they want to participate, but all are welcome. Let me know if you‘d like to be added to my tag list! ❤️
One week until our chapter-a-day #PemberLittens buddy read begins! Get your copy ready, and I will see you on October 1. 😃
Tagging the people who previously said they want to participate, but all are welcome. Let me know if you‘d like to be added to my tag list! ❤️
bailedI didn‘t enjoy this as much as I‘ve hoped. It has an intriguing premise & what I‘ve read so far was interesting, as I‘ve not read any of the featured authors‘ individual biographies, but I didn‘t like the many aspects of conjecture. Especially in the first section, Austen, which has left a sour taste in my mouth. Also I didn‘t like the tone of the writing. And after the section of Bronte & Mary Taylor, I wasn‘t motivated to pick it up again.
The family of Dashwood had long been settled in Sussex.
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so-soMeh. I hate it when misunderstandings play a big part in the conflict. I did enjoy hearing about different traditions and beliefs though.
