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4.14 AVERAGE
4.14 AVERAGE
*I received a free copy of this from Netgalley which I am very grateful for
I have to admit I am completely biased because I love Pride & Prejudice so much! Seeing the story and all the characters done so beautifully in this manga is just wow. I especially love how beautiful both Jane and Elizabeth looked & how absolutely swoon worthy Mr. Darcy was. The art work is just so beautiful, I can't get over it.
As for the story itself, I'm glad for the changes that Stacy King made because I didn't really want to read a perfect retelling of the story I know so well and love. Though the the entire story fit in one volume, I was glad for the quickness of how everything progressed because I think I would pull my hair out if I had to relive Lydia's antics all over again. I like her the least out of all the sisters. I especially loved the ending! Ah the feels!
This manga rendition of Jane Austen's classic story of Pride & Prejudice brought back all the love I have for the original story, and specifically for the happiness of Lizzie and Mr. Darcy. I think I need to rewatch the movie with Keira Knightly now to complete my day.
I have to admit I am completely biased because I love Pride & Prejudice so much! Seeing the story and all the characters done so beautifully in this manga is just wow. I especially love how beautiful both Jane and Elizabeth looked & how absolutely swoon worthy Mr. Darcy was. The art work is just so beautiful, I can't get over it.
As for the story itself, I'm glad for the changes that Stacy King made because I didn't really want to read a perfect retelling of the story I know so well and love. Though the the entire story fit in one volume, I was glad for the quickness of how everything progressed because I think I would pull my hair out if I had to relive Lydia's antics all over again. I like her the least out of all the sisters. I especially loved the ending! Ah the feels!
This manga rendition of Jane Austen's classic story of Pride & Prejudice brought back all the love I have for the original story, and specifically for the happiness of Lizzie and Mr. Darcy. I think I need to rewatch the movie with Keira Knightly now to complete my day.
This was an adorable adaptation that had be laughing at how intensely shoujo some of the moments were. Overall, great read
The art is beautiful and it allows readers to enjoy a classic a new way. A fun and quick read. I was given a copy from netgalley for an honest review.
This was both better and worse than I expected. I loved the artwork. I disliked the anachronistic use of language combined with the contemporary (well, to the author's time period, anyway) clothing. I'm pretty sure Jane Austen never said, "Oh, wow!" However, I did like it and the humor was much more obvious (in a good way), so I can see how this would be a gentle introduction to the heavier stuff.
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A great adaptation of one of my favorite stories. It is very fast paced without omitting any of the important events. While it is not as subtle as the original work it is highly enjoyable.
A great adaptation of one of my favorite stories. It is very fast paced without omitting any of the important events. While it is not as subtle as the original work it is highly enjoyable.
Final Verdict: A great way to first experience Austen’s works, or a new medium for long time fans.
This past year I have been on a bit of a Regency Era kick, specifically to anything that is related to Pride and Prejudice. So when I saw that it was going to be released as a graphic novel in the style of Japanese Manga (a story/art form that I have loved since I was a child) I could not request the book fast enough.
The plot pretty closely follows the plot of Jane Austen’s original Pride and Prejudice. For those that are unfamiliar with the classic the story follows the rough road to love between Elizabeth (Eliza/Lizzzie) Bennett and the wealthier Mr. Darcy. Eliza is the second oldest of five sisters, who must marry well due to the fact that their father’s money is destined for their closest male relative. When a new wealthy neighbor, Mr. Bingley, moves in Mrs. Bennett is determined one of her daughters will convince Mr. Bingley to propose. However, when they first meet Mr. Bingley at a ball he is not alone, he is accompanied by his arrogant sister and the aloof Mr. Darcy, who would be a better catch financially. Jane and Mr. Bingley are instantly smitten with each other, but Eliza and Darcy fight. What follows is many events and social ranking issues that keep Jane and Bingley from each other, and Eliza and Darcy slowly start to change how they feel for each other. In the mix are several unwelcome proposals, unfriendly relatives, several balls, many walks and letters, and a scandal that could ruin the family. However, the book ends with Jane marrying Mr. Bingley, and despite all the odds, the same for Eliza and Darcy.
The first thing to talk about is the artwork. It is really pretty (with just a couple of the male characters coming across as a bit creepy), and very much in the style of a shojou (girl’s) manga. This might be the biggest issue for some people, is that this is very much the manga adaptation. There are very stereotypical manga/anime over-reactions, and ways of laying out scenes (such as flowers floating when Darcy asks Lizzie to dance). Also the sticklers for accuracy may not like that some of the clothes, hair, and dialogue are not very regency specific. However, if you just sit back it is a very enjoyable read.
There are some small adjustments to the plot to make it fit in this format. Most of them are excusable, but I really disliked that they made Darcy not a very good dancer. But this was saved a bit by Darcy saving Lizzie from dancing with Mr. Collins (her bumbling cousin that will inherit her father’s money upon his death). There are also bits that are added to the plot that work well, such as Lizzeie being offered money not to marry Darcy, but refusing. There are even homages to other versions, such as when Darcy appears with his wet shirt, very reminiscent of Colin Firth as Darcy.
Overall, it is a great introduction to Pride and Prejudice, for anyone that has never been able to sit through the movies or the book. It will also be enjoyable for long time fans of Austen’s works. Just be prepared for the fact that it is unapologetically a manga!
Review originally posted: https://francesandlynne.wordpress.com/jane-austens-pride-and-prejudice-manga/
This past year I have been on a bit of a Regency Era kick, specifically to anything that is related to Pride and Prejudice. So when I saw that it was going to be released as a graphic novel in the style of Japanese Manga (a story/art form that I have loved since I was a child) I could not request the book fast enough.
The plot pretty closely follows the plot of Jane Austen’s original Pride and Prejudice. For those that are unfamiliar with the classic the story follows the rough road to love between Elizabeth (Eliza/Lizzzie) Bennett and the wealthier Mr. Darcy. Eliza is the second oldest of five sisters, who must marry well due to the fact that their father’s money is destined for their closest male relative. When a new wealthy neighbor, Mr. Bingley, moves in Mrs. Bennett is determined one of her daughters will convince Mr. Bingley to propose. However, when they first meet Mr. Bingley at a ball he is not alone, he is accompanied by his arrogant sister and the aloof Mr. Darcy, who would be a better catch financially. Jane and Mr. Bingley are instantly smitten with each other, but Eliza and Darcy fight. What follows is many events and social ranking issues that keep Jane and Bingley from each other, and Eliza and Darcy slowly start to change how they feel for each other. In the mix are several unwelcome proposals, unfriendly relatives, several balls, many walks and letters, and a scandal that could ruin the family. However, the book ends with Jane marrying Mr. Bingley, and despite all the odds, the same for Eliza and Darcy.
The first thing to talk about is the artwork. It is really pretty (with just a couple of the male characters coming across as a bit creepy), and very much in the style of a shojou (girl’s) manga. This might be the biggest issue for some people, is that this is very much the manga adaptation. There are very stereotypical manga/anime over-reactions, and ways of laying out scenes (such as flowers floating when Darcy asks Lizzie to dance). Also the sticklers for accuracy may not like that some of the clothes, hair, and dialogue are not very regency specific. However, if you just sit back it is a very enjoyable read.
There are some small adjustments to the plot to make it fit in this format. Most of them are excusable, but I really disliked that they made Darcy not a very good dancer. But this was saved a bit by Darcy saving Lizzie from dancing with Mr. Collins (her bumbling cousin that will inherit her father’s money upon his death). There are also bits that are added to the plot that work well, such as Lizzeie being offered money not to marry Darcy, but refusing. There are even homages to other versions, such as when Darcy appears with his wet shirt, very reminiscent of Colin Firth as Darcy.
Overall, it is a great introduction to Pride and Prejudice, for anyone that has never been able to sit through the movies or the book. It will also be enjoyable for long time fans of Austen’s works. Just be prepared for the fact that it is unapologetically a manga!
Review originally posted: https://francesandlynne.wordpress.com/jane-austens-pride-and-prejudice-manga/
4 stars. I was in the mood for my favorite classic ever without actually wanting to pick up the book and read it so I went with the manga version. It's heavily condensed but it did the trick for me. It had the essence of P&P in a compact version of the story. Some of the things left out annoyed me but I get why it was done.
I wouldn't recommend this if you haven't read the book because you really don't get to experience the characters and the rich setting as much here. I think the main thing about this that I didn't really like was the art style. It wasn't very consistent to me and some of the character's facial features/expressions were bizarre. Not my favorite style but it wasn't awful.
Overall, I'm glad that I read this because I really needed some Mr. Darcy in my life.
I wouldn't recommend this if you haven't read the book because you really don't get to experience the characters and the rich setting as much here. I think the main thing about this that I didn't really like was the art style. It wasn't very consistent to me and some of the character's facial features/expressions were bizarre. Not my favorite style but it wasn't awful.
Overall, I'm glad that I read this because I really needed some Mr. Darcy in my life.
I've read the original book and this is an ok adaption of the story. Subplots are dropped for the most part due to the length of the book. The illustrations are typical manga style and the book is also read in the manga style and there are directions to tell you how to read the book that way as well. If you want the crib notes on how the novel goes then this will help you out but for something for a paper this will not help as much.
Digital review copy provided by the publisher through NetGalley
Digital review copy provided by the publisher through NetGalley
This rendition of the classic Pride and Prejudice is displayed with very beautiful artwork. It keeps mostly to the main storyline of the original book. However I do have some nitpicking I need to do. The servants in this book call everybody Lord and Lady. Even family servants do this. I don't remember the Bennets, the Darcys or the Bingleys being part of the peerage. Do you? Elizabeth is out of character in this telling as she is very emotional. Mr. Collins acts more like a clown than anything else and he's not even drawn like any of the other characters at all. he has more of a cartoon appearance than anything.
Another thing is that Darcy calls Elizabeth by her christian name when he really shouldn't do that as they are not married. Jane sends Bingley letters when that wouldn't fly in the Regency period until they were engaged. Of course he doesn't get them as I believe Caroline was intercepting them. Oh the Hursts and Maria Lucas don't even exist in this version. At Rosings Elizabeth and Colonel Fitzwilliam take a walk in the snow (in April) but when she leaves a week later Jane is talking about how Lydia has been a brat all summer. There is something wrong with this picture. Several scenes that were in the original work were cut out to due to space constraints I guess. But there is a upside we get to see Darcy in a wet shirt once again.
I really did enjoy this version of the book. I would recommend reading the paperback version inside of the NetGalley digital version as you can actually read it more properly with the paperback. The book is read in the traditional manga way of reading it in reverse.
Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
Another thing is that Darcy calls Elizabeth by her christian name when he really shouldn't do that as they are not married. Jane sends Bingley letters when that wouldn't fly in the Regency period until they were engaged. Of course he doesn't get them as I believe Caroline was intercepting them. Oh the Hursts and Maria Lucas don't even exist in this version. At Rosings Elizabeth and Colonel Fitzwilliam take a walk in the snow (in April) but when she leaves a week later Jane is talking about how Lydia has been a brat all summer. There is something wrong with this picture. Several scenes that were in the original work were cut out to due to space constraints I guess. But there is a upside we get to see Darcy in a wet shirt once again.
I really did enjoy this version of the book. I would recommend reading the paperback version inside of the NetGalley digital version as you can actually read it more properly with the paperback. The book is read in the traditional manga way of reading it in reverse.
Rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
I would like to thank netgalley and UDON Entertainment for a free copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.
I didn't like the way mr Bennet was drawn, however I loved the rest of the characters especially the Bennet sisters. the characterisation of each character was well done.I loved the addition of the chibis to the story and found Bingley very charming. The modern language fitted well and allowed it to be more accessible to people who don't necessarily understand the story. The ending was well done.
I didn't like the way mr Bennet was drawn, however I loved the rest of the characters especially the Bennet sisters. the characterisation of each character was well done.I loved the addition of the chibis to the story and found Bingley very charming. The modern language fitted well and allowed it to be more accessible to people who don't necessarily understand the story. The ending was well done.