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4.04 AVERAGE
4.04 AVERAGE
I'd been looking forward to the continuation of The Lizzie Bennet Diaries but unfortunately, Lydia Bennet left me high and dry. I liked that the story did not focus on her scandal with George Wickham and fixated more on "the after". My pet peeve was more with Lydia, she was too much a valley girl for me and just got on my nerves. The book actually reminded me of The Princess Diaries, a nobody gets a little interesting and the wolves surround for their fifteen minutes of screen time. But sadly, that's what The Epic Adventures of Lydia Bennet was, screen time with a bunch of wannabes. The other half was morality talks with Jane and Lizzie, that while masked with concern I felt were a little condescending. Despite my disgruntle with Lydia, the book was well written and did begin where Lizzie's story left off which I appreciated. Although, in general Lydia Bennet did have adventures, they just weren't epic.
Terrible cover, wonderful book. Great portrayal of mental health and some beautiful scenes in NYC.
funny
lighthearted
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:
No
#contemporaryathon book 6! I really liked this one! It was my 5 star prediction technically but I didn’t quite expect it to me. So I’m happy!! Let’s see if I can finish a few more before the readathon ends.
I love that we were given more of Lydia's unique voice, and some closure to her story. This is everything I had been hoping for and more. Bravo to Kate and Rachel for writing a believable, authentic, and totally awesome narrative to round out the Lydia we grew to love.
Thoroughly enjoyed this. I’ve always wondered what would become of Lydia after the events of The Lizzie Bennet Diaries. Was not disappointed by this addition to the main storyline of the YouTube series.
Came across two very powerful quotes as well:
”People will only do what you let them get away with.”
and
”I gave up my voice for someone I hardly knew.”
(The second one only makes sense in the context of the scene though... you’ll understand it when you come across it).
4 stars
Came across two very powerful quotes as well:
”People will only do what you let them get away with.”
and
”I gave up my voice for someone I hardly knew.”
(The second one only makes sense in the context of the scene though... you’ll understand it when you come across it).
4 stars
Oh, I really liked this book. I was rather invested in the Lizzie Bennet Diaries, so of course I read the book last year and this when it came out. And it was fun! Really fun. I loved seeing Lydia develop and heal and become more mature, though some of her life choices did irritate me. My chief complaint is a not-you-it's-me-thing- I'm a lot like Lizzie, but not like Lydia, so I struggled to understand why she did some things (no spoiler!) But overall, it was lovely to see the characters as they continued in their lives, and the writing was delicious- lively and vivacious, just like Lydia.
ROUND ONE:
I have a lot of feelings.
ROUND TWO:
When I first read this, I listened to the audiobook narrated by MK Wiles, who originated this role. I listened to it on a bus to and from Boston and while I was stuck in the cold in the Common, losing battery by the second. And now I've read it just after I've been ill like I've never been in my life and having made very stupid decisions. And yet I still love it so much.
Everything is too neat and things can be really gross and happy (and I do suffer from a lack of Dizzie, I'm a bit ashamed to admit) and I know that relatability does not a good piece of literature make, but damn it, I really relate to Lydia. Not the lying and the diagnosis I have unprofessionally bestowed upon her (BPD) but the thoughts and the feelings and the realization that sometimes you just have to move on. No more Netflix, no more bed, just get to New York already. Although you have to be kind to yourself. And you have to be ready. And you have to be surrounded by good people.
I cried a lot during this and I annotated the hell out of this. And I'm so glad that a plane of canon exists for Lydia to be this way. I'd've missed out on a lot otherwise.
I have a lot of feelings.
ROUND TWO:
When I first read this, I listened to the audiobook narrated by MK Wiles, who originated this role. I listened to it on a bus to and from Boston and while I was stuck in the cold in the Common, losing battery by the second. And now I've read it just after I've been ill like I've never been in my life and having made very stupid decisions. And yet I still love it so much.
Everything is too neat and things can be really gross and happy (and I do suffer from a lack of Dizzie, I'm a bit ashamed to admit) and I know that relatability does not a good piece of literature make, but damn it, I really relate to Lydia. Not the lying and the diagnosis I have unprofessionally bestowed upon her (BPD) but the thoughts and the feelings and the realization that sometimes you just have to move on. No more Netflix, no more bed, just get to New York already. Although you have to be kind to yourself. And you have to be ready. And you have to be surrounded by good people.
I cried a lot during this and I annotated the hell out of this. And I'm so glad that a plane of canon exists for Lydia to be this way. I'd've missed out on a lot otherwise.
This was everything I wanted it to be. I want more LBD now!