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4.0 AVERAGE
4.0 AVERAGE
This was not my favorite Austen -- I do not have a good explanation as to why. I think I was missing the thoughtful heroine that is usually present, but it's been so long since I finished the other Austen books that I really can't say for sure.
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
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
I was so engrossed by such trivial things, thanks Jane Austen
Such a lovely, enjoyable audiobook. I think the format was the reason it took me so long to finish, but the narrator was lovely and it was very easy to distinguish one character from the other. The story was funny and engaging and, despite watching the movie first, I was surprised by all the little twists and details.
A total delight!
Also, now all I want to do is watch Clueless.
Also, now all I want to do is watch Clueless.
Of all the Austen books that I have read, I liked this one the least. I cannot stand Emma. She is a meddler, someone who thinks she knows best, and while that is her character (and what drives the plot) I just cannot stand her. This is one of the few books that I started and just couldn't manage to finish. I read enough to know I couldn't stand it, and then put it down and walked away without regrets.
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
funny
hopeful
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
I really enjoyed this book. Pride and Prejudice is still my favorite Jane Austen book, but this one is up there.
It's just a fun book that revolves around community and family, meddling in other people's business, keeping secrets. It's silly but charming.
Main character, Emma, is a spoiled, sheltered young woman from a high-class family. She's pretty clueless about a lot of things, but she means well and is trying to make life better for those around her. I did enjoy her as a character.
slow-paced
funny
lighthearted