Emma by Jane Austen

252 pages first pub 1815 (editions)

fiction classics literary romance funny lighthearted slow-paced

Description

Emma, by Jane Austen, is a novel about youthful hubris and the perils of misconstrued romance. The novel was first published in December 1815. As in her other novels, Austen explores the concerns and difficulties of genteel women living in Georgian

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Moods

lighthearted 87%
funny 70%
relaxing 30%
emotional 24%
reflective 21%
hopeful 19%
challenging 7%
inspiring 7%
adventurous 4%
informative 1%
mysterious 1%

Pace

slow 68%
medium 29%
fast 2%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 73% | A mix: 21% | Plot: 5%

Strong character development?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 8% | No: 6%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 71% | It's complicated: 19% | No: 8%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 84% | Yes: 7% | It's complicated: 4% | N/A: 3%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 90% | It's complicated: 6% | No: 2%

Average rating

3.99

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