Reviews

Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

chelseamayxxx's review against another edition

emotional inspiring lighthearted mysterious slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

This is such a classic book that people will really enjoy reading. I did enjoy listening to this book but it took me 10 days which was a lot of hard work at times as sadly I did get board half way through this book. The main character Elizabeth did my head in as she did so much moaning through out the whole book. I didn’t like some of the dialogue in this book but I understand it’s a classic book and that’s how people used to speak back then. Overall a good read but not for me sadly xxx

asamigyr'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? Yes

5.0

andiebug's review against another edition

3.0

Pride and Prejudice is one of the rare pieces of work in which the movie is far better than the book. Although I love Jane Austen’s works, I’ve never been the biggest fan of her writing. In my opinion, the movie showcased the story far better than the book could’ve. There was no fluff and it was hard to see any scenery in the novel so the movie was actually very enjoyable. Not to mention the nothing less than perfect romance that Darcy and Elizabeth share with the additional dialogue they share. Happy to have read it and love the concept, the writing style just wasn’t for me. I did love Elizabeth’s character! Along with the fact that Darcy was charmed by such a strong woman. That’s always exciting to see rather compared to the typical soft and quiet girl.

amybellbooks's review against another edition

hopeful relaxing slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Brilliantly read by Rosamund Pike and yes, a charming story of a woman’s prejudice and a man’s pride. 

dunamis777's review against another edition

emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring 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

4.5

amberleighmaida's review against another edition

5.0

I could not put this book down. I loved the movie, and was told by a friend that it was one of her all-time favorite books so I went for it.
At the same time, I was listing to "les mis" and reading "to kill a mockingbird" and it made me realize that "Pride and Prejudice" did not have a single line or piece of conversation that didn't move the plot forward or add greatly to our understanding of the story or a character. Details are great, but Jane Austen has this amazing talent will delivering with every line what you feel should need an entire page to convey. Every line was necessary! And the dialogue and characterizations....
I will not go crazy, since this is a classic with many many reviews, but I do believe that next to "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck this is the best book I have read so far.

aimeee_reads's review against another edition

3.0

3.5 ⭐️ It took me a while to get into, and just about halfway through reading, I had to start listening to the audiobook to help follow. I really love Elizabeth! I'm sure the next time I read it, I will give it more stars, but I just had a hard time following at first. The mom was hella dramatic and I loved haha

canditheduck's review against another edition

hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A classic. Here’s to the girls that yearn and the boys with oceans of emotion that finally find some who lets them to the surface. 

elodiethefangirl's review against another edition

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

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Classism

beebeewin's review against another edition

emotional funny lighthearted slow-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

Wow! As a fan of all Pride and Prejudice media reading this book was amazing! I never truly understood how much of the dialogue was from Jane Austen's writing. Her voice was strong in this novel. I could hear her commentary and opinions on the world she and her characters live in. She pulled no punches and it definitely drew me in. I was enthralled with the way Austen showed many of the characters thought processes and emotions. It made for an interesting insight into how, especially Darcy and Elizabeth, grew and changed their mindsets. Unlike the movies, it felt like I understood everyone's motivations more and how the role of family and their behavior was very influential. Honestly, the audiobook element only added to my enjoyment as the actor did a fantastic job. I found myself eager to keep reading and would tell everyone around me how much I was loving it. Two hundred years later and I would recommend this read. Easier than expected and full of so many interesting character, interactions and dialogue!