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stillunderqualified's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
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? Yes
5.0
This is the elite version of this book. PnP is perfection in a novel so what I'm going to talk about is Rosamund Pike's performance. It's incredible. All of the characters feel unique and their voices match the personalities sooo well. She plays Jane exactly as she did in the 2005 film and I adore her for that 15/10. I've read this dozens of times and even listened to different audio versions, but this one is just so right. In the way that Shakespeare was never meant to be only read but performed and you only truly understand the story once it's is done so, this feels like the right way to tell this story. Because the society, humor, and manners are so far from modern day, the performance adds another layer of context and detail that only serve Austen's intent.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Colonisation, and Classism
Minor: Body shaming, Emotional abuse, Death of parent, Cultural appropriation, and Alcohol
julesadventurezone's review against another edition
emotional
funny
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, and Classism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship
Minor: Racism, Pregnancy, Alcohol, and War
hildamoonshine's review against another edition
funny
fast-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
Just so good. So much happens and it is all incredibly enjoyable to read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship
katharina90's review against another edition
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
Review for Dreamscape audiobook only.
Really enjoyed this production. The narrator's voice and accent are pleasant and she reads the characters well.
For example, Mrs. Bennet is appropriately ridiculous but not over the top shrill and annoying as she is in other productions I've tried.
Really enjoyed this production. The narrator's voice and accent are pleasant and she reads the characters well.
For example, Mrs. Bennet is appropriately ridiculous but not over the top shrill and annoying as she is in other productions I've tried.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism and Classism
pookiee's review against another edition
challenging
funny
lighthearted
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
i love the dialogue, the social commentary, and how much more humorous it is than i expected. it is a novel of manners and not a romance as often advertised, and better for it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Classism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Toxic relationship, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Animal death
pantslint's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Aww. I can see why this is a timeless classic. While the diction and literary expression are different, it reads like a contemporary romance (wow, shocker—modern romance draws a lot from classic romance!). The messy dramatics of the ensemble characters. The slow-burn lovers. The detailed narration of the female lead's inner thoughts. The overarching, encompassing theme of the book (which happens to also be its title!). The obvious understanding that this book was not only written by a woman, but also written for women and the female gaze.
There are some absolute bangers of prose in this book, lots of them that deal with Elizabeth's characterization:
There are some absolute bangers of prose in this book, lots of them that deal with Elizabeth's characterization:
Elizabeth saying, "I could easily forgive his pride, if he had not mortified mine." (Ch. 5) Darcy saying, "Nothing is more deceitful than the appearance of humility. It is often only carelessness of opinion, and sometimes an indirect boast." (Ch. 10) Mr. Bennet absolutely decimating his own daughter with "Let us hope, therefore, that her being there may teach her her own insignificance." (Ch. 41) Lizzy to Lady Catherine, "I do not possess equal frankness with your ladyship. You may ask questions which I shall not choose to answer." (Ch. 56) And again, "But you are not entitled to know mine (referring to wanting to know her nephew's concerns); nor will such behaviour as this, ever induce me to be explicit." (Ch. 56) And AGAIN, "I am only resolved to act in that manner, which will, in my opinion, constitute my happiness, without reference to you, or to any person so wholly unconnected with me." (Ch. 56)
Why is it always "you're cute" and never "YOU MUST ALLOW ME TO TELL YOU HOW ARDENTLY I ADMIRE AND LOVE YOU"?????
Content Warnings
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, and Classism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship
Minor: Death of parent
michaelion's review against another edition
challenging
funny
informative
inspiring
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
4.5
I get it. I get why the girlies are like that. I get it.
One you get past the language barrier, nay, once you embrace the language barrier, you get it. The language is beautiful. The story is juicy. I love hot goss no matter the era. I had a great time and I was inspired to write so you know what? Extra points. What a great book.
One you get past the language barrier, nay, once you embrace the language barrier, you get it. The language is beautiful. The story is juicy. I love hot goss no matter the era. I had a great time and I was inspired to write so you know what? Extra points. What a great book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism, Adult/minor relationship, Misogyny, and Classism
Moderate: Incest and Pedophilia
Minor: Animal death, Grief, Death of parent, and Toxic friendship
I put ableism as a tag because Mr Darcy is autistic and everyone hates autistic people until suddenly they love us because we're sweetie pies with resting bitch face.boglord's review against another edition
funny
reflective
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship and Classism
Moderate: Incest, Misogyny, Sexism, and Toxic friendship
Minor: Bullying, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Alcohol
katie0528's review against another edition
emotional
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? It's complicated
4.0
A classic tale I've finally gotten to after years of prodding from friends. A charming enemies to lovers story as Elizabeth Bennett finds herself at odds with the aloof, prideful Mr. Darcy. But as their paths continue to cross, she learns there is more to him than his arrogance, and she may need to reevaluate her first assumptions of him.
Content Warnings
Minor: Classism