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pagesofpins's review against another edition
3.0
Actors in a performance of Pride and Prejudice reflect the characters they are playing when off the set. Modern-day adaptions of all the personalities in Pride and Prejudice are present (Mr. Darcy is played by a rich, talented movie star who appears aloof and full of himself, Mr. Collins is played by a smarmy journalist constantly name-dropping the rich patron of his magazine, Charlotte Lucas decides to change everything about herself, especially weight, in order to catch a man). However, it needs a better title, and why is Caroline Bingley on the cover (I really hope it's not supposed to be Elizabeth--FAIL)?
dixiet's review against another edition
5.0
One of my favorite books of all time. A wonderfully funny and clever take on "P&P."
dtrumps's review against another edition
4.0
Another retelling of my favorite book, Pride and Prejudice, this time in contemporary English London. Darcy is a famous actor directing a stage version of Pride and Prejudice who falls for his Elizabeth, Jasmine Field, a journalist. Very cute, very intricate and it’s amazing how closely it follows the original material. 4/5
kirschkernsackerl's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
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? Yes
3.5
paperbacktreasures's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed the whole life mimicking art in this book. I love Pride and Prejudice (what female doesnt?) and this was a good read. I think there could have been a little more about Harry coming to life after Jazz yelled at him, but all in all it wasn't bad. I'd say this is a modernized version of P&P, with issues real people face today, like divorce, and abuse. I'd give this a 3.5 if I could because there were some things that were left undone and unsaid, left me feeling the book wasnt completely finished.
fimcd's review
2.0
A harmless bit of fun, but certainly not one of Nathan's stronger efforts. Start with Learning Curve or The Nanny instead.
melindamoor's review
3.0
Originally published as [b:Pride, Prejudice and Jasmin Field|363769|Pride, Prejudice and Jasmin Field|Melissa Nathan|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1436035034l/363769._SY75_.jpg|2416539] this was the very first modern adaptation of [b:Pride and Prejudice|2781953|Pride and Prejudice|Jane Austen|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1359980442l/2781953._SX50_.jpg|3060926] I read. I rather liked the book at the time and gave it 4 stars, but on re-reading it for the 2nd time, I had to downgrade.
The story is still entertaining and quite well-adapted, but a bit too obvious. We do not only have the modern counterparts of all major P&P characters, but they are also chosen to play in a theatre adaptation of the very novel for charity, cast into their respective roles. Double-recycling or what? It would have been more interesting, had Harry Noble (aka mordern Darcy) been cast into the role of, let's say, Wickham or Mr Collins on stage.
But mostly I had some serious issues with the protagonist, Jasmin Field.
In Jane Austen's novel, Elizabeth, though cheeky and a bit quick to criticise other people, is a delightful character: sassy, spirited, witty and lively.
Jasmin, on the other hand, is smug, patronising, overbearingly judgmental, rude and sometimes downright vulgar and not only to Harry Noble (aka Darcy), but to everyone around her, including her sisters and friends. Maybe this suits the personality of a journalist, but needless to say, I found this mix rather repulsive and did not really understand why anyone would find this attractive.
I admit that the character change brought on by her confrontation with Harry and his revelation-letter afterwards seemed more spectacular this way and the lessons Jasmin got taught in humility are quite forcible. She acts a much nicer person in the 2nd half of the novel altogether, but it won't make you forget how unlikeable she was before.
Still, all in all, it is a pleasant, nicely-converted, consistent story with actual characterisation and plot. Believe me, I came across much, much worse attempts at modern adaptations.
The story is still entertaining and quite well-adapted, but a bit too obvious. We do not only have the modern counterparts of all major P&P characters, but they are also chosen to play in a theatre adaptation of the very novel for charity, cast into their respective roles. Double-recycling or what? It would have been more interesting, had Harry Noble (aka mordern Darcy) been cast into the role of, let's say, Wickham or Mr Collins on stage.
But mostly I had some serious issues with the protagonist, Jasmin Field.
In Jane Austen's novel, Elizabeth, though cheeky and a bit quick to criticise other people, is a delightful character: sassy, spirited, witty and lively.
Jasmin, on the other hand, is smug, patronising, overbearingly judgmental, rude and sometimes downright vulgar and not only to Harry Noble (aka Darcy), but to everyone around her, including her sisters and friends. Maybe this suits the personality of a journalist, but needless to say, I found this mix rather repulsive and did not really understand why anyone would find this attractive.
I admit that the character change brought on by her confrontation with Harry and his revelation-letter afterwards seemed more spectacular this way and the lessons Jasmin got taught in humility are quite forcible. She acts a much nicer person in the 2nd half of the novel altogether, but it won't make you forget how unlikeable she was before.
Still, all in all, it is a pleasant, nicely-converted, consistent story with actual characterisation and plot. Believe me, I came across much, much worse attempts at modern adaptations.
kaixxx's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this book by Nathan. I loved watching the love/hate relationship develop between the two main characters. A book I can read over and over.
jennyexiled's review against another edition
2.0
Sigh. I let the allusion to an Austen novel in the title fool me into thinking this wouldn't be the usual chick lit drivel. While I did find myself enjoying parts of the book - after all, it does owe its themes to Price and Prejudice, which I love - overall I found the storyline a bit overblown and unbelievable. With happy endings for EVERYONE.
How often does everyone in both your family and circle of friends wind up neatly paired off? Really, now.
How often does everyone in both your family and circle of friends wind up neatly paired off? Really, now.