xiekaili's review against another edition
5.0
I cannot fix on the hour, or the spot,or the look, or the words, which laid the foundation for my love (to this book). It is too long ago. I was in the middle before I knew that I had begun.
It was a reread after a long time and how much I enjoyed it!
Let me tell you what I ardently admired and loved here:
1. The growing of the characters of Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth
2. Mrs. Bennets poor nerves
3. Elizabeth Bennet. That’s it. She’s great, don’t tell me otherwise.
4. Miss Bingleys hard trying but failing.
(Summed up everything that was written to laugh about.)
For me this book is a perfect mix of seriousness, cute&enjoyable romance and humor. And definitely a story I love to go back to once in a while to be my 15-year-old me again gushing over Mr. Darcy.
mychemicalseal's review against another edition
4.0
First time physically reading it and what a time! It's just so good
kathrynwilliams's review against another edition
5.0
Re-read on audio. Wonderful, funny, cozy, great.
cthrnmrtn's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
readingellii's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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
afterthegoldrushes's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
4.0
Enjoyed it and understand why it's so popular still. Timeless. But Emma is still my favourite Austen novel.
lah123's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
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
4.25
lexityack's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
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? It's complicated
4.5
aileenarakelian's review against another edition
4.0
The fact that this book was written by a woman (at the age of 20!!) in the 1790s is truly amazing. Just that, on its own, deserves a slow clap.
What I found particularly captivating about this book is its ability to transport us to the Regency era. Through her vivid writing, I could easily envision myself living alongside the Bennet family.
What I LOVE about reading an old book is how it allows us to connect with people who lived such different lives so so long ago, gaining insights into their priorities, their humor, and their world. It's like taking a journey back in time and getting the chance to see a tiny glimpse of how life was back then.
While I believe that if this book were written today, it might be considered just an 'ok' read and story, its historical significance and the perspective it offers make me appreciate every little detail. I'm truly glad I picked it up from my classic TBR novels.
What I found particularly captivating about this book is its ability to transport us to the Regency era. Through her vivid writing, I could easily envision myself living alongside the Bennet family.
What I LOVE about reading an old book is how it allows us to connect with people who lived such different lives so so long ago, gaining insights into their priorities, their humor, and their world. It's like taking a journey back in time and getting the chance to see a tiny glimpse of how life was back then.
While I believe that if this book were written today, it might be considered just an 'ok' read and story, its historical significance and the perspective it offers make me appreciate every little detail. I'm truly glad I picked it up from my classic TBR novels.