Reviews with content warning for Slavery - Mansfield Park

This is one of Austens more weaker outings, with a frankly unlikeable and judgemental main character who we are supposed to believe is the epitome of virtue. I don’t mind the slower pace but I can see how others may find it boring

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anjasshelf's review against another edition

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emotional lighthearted reflective relaxing slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No

3.5

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lindseyhall44's review against another edition

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reflective slow-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? No
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

“She alone was sad and insignificant; she had no share in anything; she might go or stay, she might be in her midst of their noise, or retreat from it to the solitude of the east room, without being seen or missed.”
Jane Austen’s third novel is the most polarizing review-wise, so I was a tad skeptical going in. That being said, the complexities and depth of Mansfield Park is unlike anything in her extensive resume, creating a unique but still amazing read.
Mansfield Park follows Fanny Price, the daughter of a lower to middle class nuclear family, who moves in with her extremely wealthy extended family. Through the exploration of desire, wealth, and ultimately corruption, the “outsider” narrative perspective provides and outlook of society which has stood the test of time today.
Out of all the Austen heroines I have read so far, I think Fanny is my favorite. Where Elizabeth Bennett is fearless and out-spoken, Fanny is timid and shy. These qualities-paired with a good heart and constant anxiety-make her both relatable and lovable.

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sdemo08's review against another edition

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challenging tense medium-paced

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

5.0

As a modern day reader, I did not enjoy this one but I shall persist on my quest to read more classics. It may be this held more favorable reception closer to its debut but goodness it was not for me.

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