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mari1532's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Thoughts: I absolutely love Pride and Prejudice in all forms. So an updated and diverse version of the story sounded fantastic. Jalaluddin did not disappoint. She was able to bring in all of the things I love about the original story and update them for modern times. There is witty banter, miscommunication, relatives that make you cringe, and a romance that makes you swoon. I cannot recommend this book enough.
Ayesha is so well-rounded and loveable as a character. The way she struggles to balance family and societal expectations with her desires is the very definition of Elizabeth Bennet. I loved the way that her poetry made appearances throughout the book and how her wit was always on point.
Khalid was also a great rewriting of Mr. Darcy. He was brooding and traditional without going so far that you absolutely could not stand him. Also, the way that Jalaluddin changed the dynamics of Khalid's relationship with his sister was a beautiful nod to the original while also staying true to Jalaluddin's version.
Jalaluddin's writing is so enjoyable and this book keeps all the joys and intrigues of the original Pride and Prejudice. All of the characters are at once recognizable, but fresh. Highly recommend it for Austenites and romance readers alike.
Graphic: Racism, Islamophobia, Religious bigotry, Gaslighting, and Classism
Moderate: Alcoholism
onegalonelife27's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Graphic: Racism, Islamophobia, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Alcoholism, Misogyny, and Death of parent
Minor: Fatphobia and Abortion
kristinj1's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Minor: Racial slurs, Racism, Xenophobia, Islamophobia, Trafficking, Kidnapping, Grief, Religious bigotry, Abortion, Death of parent, and Pregnancy
deidrelj's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Moderate: Racism, Islamophobia, Religious bigotry, and Death of parent
Minor: Abortion and Abandonment
le3713's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Graphic: Racism, Islamophobia, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Alcoholism and Death of parent
Minor: Abortion
nrhilmer's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Moderate: Racism, Xenophobia, Islamophobia, Grief, and Religious bigotry
Minor: Alcoholism, Emotional abuse, Toxic relationship, Abortion, and Death of parent
ms_read's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Islamophobia, Religious bigotry, and Death of parent
Moderate: Alcoholism, Misogyny, Racism, Sexism, Toxic relationship, Pregnancy, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Body shaming, Fatphobia, Trafficking, Abortion, and Murder
isabellarob73's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Graphic: Alcoholism, Bullying, Emotional abuse, Racism, Toxic relationship, Xenophobia, Islamophobia, Religious bigotry, Abortion, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Toxic friendship, Abandonment, Colonisation, and War
shelbybelby's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Graphic: Misogyny, Racism, Islamophobia, and Religious bigotry
Moderate: Emotional abuse and Death of parent
annaem's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
I love a good Jane Austen retelling and this one delivers. Ayesha at Last is a fairly loose retelling that brings Pride & Prejudice into the 21st Century Canadian Muslim community. Ayesha and Khalistan are both so likeable. Ayesha is outspoken, opinionated and of course, extremely stubborn. Khalid is a quiet character, a conservative Muslim, including dressing in traditional Muslim clothing. Much of the prejudice focuses around Khalid and attitudes toward him including workplace discrimination and Ayesha’s own assumptions. A brilliant update for Pride & Prejudice fans.
Graphic: Xenophobia, Islamophobia, and Religious bigotry