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ashley1027's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
shelbyl's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Sweet and well thought out book. I found it a bit slow, but there were twists that made it worth the slow pace. I want the story to be true!!
alisylvi's review against another edition
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.25
kwthor's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Medical content, Sexual assault, Misogyny, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Child death, Sexism, War, Alcohol, Homophobia, Drug abuse, Death, and Pregnancy
superdewa's review against another edition
4.0
This book had so many arguments against my reading it. I am a Jane Austen purist. I love the originals and rarely like spin-offs or movies or series based on them. I am also not a big fan of books about books (they often feel a little too precious or self-indulgent to me), and I am weary of WWII-related novels. I took a chance on this one as it sounded different, and I am glad I did.
manderzreadz's review against another edition
5.0
This book is like being wrapped in a warm hug for Jane Austen enthusiasts. I loved every word of it. ❤️
mjjohn3's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Rape
Minor: Emotional abuse, Grief, Death of parent, Medical trauma, Suicide, Infidelity, Toxic relationship, Drug abuse, and Sexual content
jess_mango's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
While I've read and enjoyed most of Jane Austen's novels, I don't consider myself an Austen fangirl. I have bookish friends who are All.About.Austen. Here's my own Austen fan snapshot: My favorite Austen novel is Emma and the only Austen book I have yet to read is Mansfield Park.
I do love books about books and books about the love of reading. So, The Jane Austen Society was an appealing title to me. This book is a fictionalized account of the real Jane Austen Society which was formed in Chawton England in the 1940's. This book has a completely fictionalized cast of characters as part of the society.
In the years just after World War II in the quaint village of Chawton, Hampshire, England, a diverse group of people form with the mission to preserve the former home and belongings of Jane Austen. This group includes the local doctor, a descendent of the Knight/Austen family, a widowed school teacher, a bachelor farmer, a Sotheby's auctioneer, a lawyer, a maid from the Knight household and a famous Hollywood actress. These characters all have either a connection to Jane Austen or an appreciation of her novels.
I loved how the story shared the characters love of reading and in particular reading Austen. The novel is primarily set in the years 1945-1947 and we see the impact of the recent war on the people of the village of Chawton. The society members know their share of conflict and heartache and each are dealing with their own personal issues which are woven throughout the story.
I recommend this book to fans of Jane Austen and character driven historical fiction. Best read while sipping tea and curled up with a soft blanket. :)
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
While I've read and enjoyed most of Jane Austen's novels, I don't consider myself an Austen fangirl. I have bookish friends who are All.About.Austen. Here's my own Austen fan snapshot: My favorite Austen novel is Emma and the only Austen book I have yet to read is Mansfield Park.
I do love books about books and books about the love of reading. So, The Jane Austen Society was an appealing title to me. This book is a fictionalized account of the real Jane Austen Society which was formed in Chawton England in the 1940's. This book has a completely fictionalized cast of characters as part of the society.
In the years just after World War II in the quaint village of Chawton, Hampshire, England, a diverse group of people form with the mission to preserve the former home and belongings of Jane Austen. This group includes the local doctor, a descendent of the Knight/Austen family, a widowed school teacher, a bachelor farmer, a Sotheby's auctioneer, a lawyer, a maid from the Knight household and a famous Hollywood actress. These characters all have either a connection to Jane Austen or an appreciation of her novels.
I loved how the story shared the characters love of reading and in particular reading Austen. The novel is primarily set in the years 1945-1947 and we see the impact of the recent war on the people of the village of Chawton. The society members know their share of conflict and heartache and each are dealing with their own personal issues which are woven throughout the story.
I recommend this book to fans of Jane Austen and character driven historical fiction. Best read while sipping tea and curled up with a soft blanket. :)
I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.
rozenaut's review against another edition
3.0
Thank you so much to the publisher for an ARC of The Jane Austen Society.
As a fan of Jane Austen and classic literature, I wanted to love this book. To be sure, it had a lot of potential. It wasn't bad but I feel that it was underdeveloped. Jane Austen references and meeting minutes are loosely holding together the characters that I feel more time should have been dedicated to building up. It was lopsided; I felt I understood the motivation of some characters and others not at all. Aside from that, it was very charming and I love all of the historical tie-ins.
As a fan of Jane Austen and classic literature, I wanted to love this book. To be sure, it had a lot of potential. It wasn't bad but I feel that it was underdeveloped. Jane Austen references and meeting minutes are loosely holding together the characters that I feel more time should have been dedicated to building up. It was lopsided; I felt I understood the motivation of some characters and others not at all. Aside from that, it was very charming and I love all of the historical tie-ins.
krystyne88's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I wouldn’t recommend this book to anyone who likes a more plot driven novel. The writing was beautiful and I loved the discussions about my beloved Jane Austen characters. It made me long for people to share these discussions with. I almost want to start my own Jane Austen book club. However, the plot was just too slow and not exciting enough. The ending felt rushed and forced and almost cringey. I still did like it though
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault and Miscarriage
Moderate: Addiction
Minor: War