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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

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gvstyris's review against another edition

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emotional funny slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

For what do we live, but to make sport for our neighbors and laugh at them in our turn?

Honestly, this novel has altered both my brain chemistry and my perception of early 19th century British literature. I'm not sure I have much to add to the conversation that hasn't already been said, but I will say that I think it's best to view Pride and Prejudice as a window into the lives of white upper-class regency period English women (lol), rather than as a broader commentary on human nature. It's kind of like white feminism in a novel and, within that framework, it really worked for me.

Austen's wit is such a highlight, and I'm excited to check out more of her work as well as rewatch the 2005 adaptation. I really loved Jane and Elizabeth's relationship, and am embarrassed by how much I looked forward to Darcy's appearances lmaoo. I've been amusing myself by imagining Austen's take on 2024 BookTok tropes. I mean, Elizabeth and Darcy are the original enemies-to-lovers...

That being said, there are many beautiful lines in here:

Loss of virtue in a female is irretrievable - that one false step involves her in endless ruin - that her reputation is no less brittle than it is beautiful - and that she cannot be too much guarded in her behaviour towards the undeserving of the other sex.

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teabrewer's review against another edition

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funny hopeful lighthearted reflective medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

A classic for a reason. This book shapped the romance genre a whole and it's easy to see, but it about more than romance. Like the title itself says, but many forget, it's about pride and prejudice, how they affects our daily decision and how that may affect the course of our lifes. Many times I forgot it was written as a comtemporary romance. The naturality and variety of the female characters is foreign to how we tend to think of historical women. Many times I caught myself thinking about how the author made this or that dialogue too modern for the setting before remembering when it was written. I particularly love how the author often criticizes by exposing the character lack of self awareness, including Lizzie, and trust the reader to catch on. I also love how she highlighted that parental neglect were part of lead to Lydia's fate, and also made sure to highlight that she was truly a child. She also makes sure highlight both her mom's and dad's neglect. The Dad's part is often lost in adaptations.

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sxndaze's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

I cannot fix on the hour, or the spot, or the look, or the words, which laid the foundation. It is too long ago. I was in the middle before I knew that I had begun.

classics are still difficult for me to read, especially older ones, but the romance of pride and prejudice carries you through. it helps to have seen various adaptations and to know the story so well, but it’s a different experience altogether to read the source and be so intimate with it. to get these perspectives from elizabeth and darcy is wonderful, and it’s clear why austen’s writing endures.

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ethelcainswifey's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

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theothergrl's review against another edition

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funny hopeful lighthearted medium-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

I loved this book so much! I devoured it! I thought it was so silly and absurd which made it hilarious. It didn't try to do too much, it was appropriately densed and generally well-paced. I found the side stories funny and engaging, despite wanting to get back to Elizabeth and Darcy! And normally I can't stand the miscommunication trope but it was maneuvered so purposefully I couldn't hate it if I tried!
Darcy's willingness to learn from Elizabeth and take accountability to make things right I found so endearing! I love the message in that! And their chemistry was great.
I saw a lot of myself in Elizabeth and a lot of my sister in Jane actually, which made it even more fun to read.
It was also interesting to see how old these popular tropes are! The absurdity of rom coms has and always will be there! Overall I just think the whole book was so well executed and did what it ser out to do so well!

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