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katievallin's review against another edition
- 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
4.5
Graphic: Classism, Sexism, and Misogyny
novella42's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Graphic: Classism
Moderate: Sexism, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, and Misogyny
Minor: Chronic illness, Ableism, Bullying, and Panic attacks/disorders
gvstyris's review against another edition
- 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.
Moderate: Misogyny, Adult/minor relationship, and Classism
Minor: Incest
teabrewer's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Misogyny, Sexism, and Classism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship
Minor: Toxic relationship, Addiction, and Incest
sxndaze's review against another edition
- 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.
Moderate: Classism
ethelcainswifey's review against another edition
- 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
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Classism, and Incest
theothergrl's review against another edition
- 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
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!
Graphic: Classism
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Incest, Bullying, and Kidnapping
Minor: Sexism
diana_raquel's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Classism
Moderate: Misogyny
Minor: Adult/minor relationship
words_and_coffee's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Graphic: Classism, Adult/minor relationship, Misogyny, Toxic relationship, and Sexism
Moderate: Bullying, Toxic friendship, and Kidnapping
Minor: Pedophilia and Incest
michaelcattigan's review against another edition
- 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
Graphic: Sexism, Classism, and Misogyny
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship and Toxic relationship