Reviews - Persuasion: The Wild and Wanton Edition

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Persuasion: The Wild and Wanton Edition

Micah Persell, Jane Austen

4.11 AVERAGE

chocolateclaire's review against another edition

5.0

emotional funny hopeful reflective slow-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Complicated

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

goodkaren's review against another edition

4.0

I’m trying to read some #classicliterature in addition to my usual fare, and Jane Austin’s Persuasion fits the bill. It’s a shorter work as well. If you’re a fan of Downton Abbey, this would probably be a good choice for you. The story is about Anne Elliot, who lives the hum drum life of a barony’s plain-looking daughter who is resigned to endure her lot in life and meet all her societal obligations with a heavy heart. She does so because she met and lost the love of her life years earlier because he wasn’t wealthy or renowned. She considers herself an overlooked, unseen old maid at the age of 27 and cannot imagine this situation could possibly change for the better. However, her former beau returns after making a name for himself in the Royal Navy. There are a few twists and turns from there and a few short courtships on the periphery. Anne learns that she is stronger and more respected than she imagined. I enjoyed this story more than I thought I would. The characters and setting were described so well that they were easily pictured and relatable. It’s a simple and predictable #chicklit story, but it isn’t boring, even though it is description and character driven. I find it helps if you read it with a British accent. Like I said, Downton Abbey. I give it a 4 out of 5 stars. #bookstagram #bookstagrammer #booksbooksbooks #book #books #booklover #booknerdforlife #bookrecommendations #bookrecs #bookrec #bookreview #bookaddict #read #readmorebooks #readmore #reading #readingtime

lsibthorp's review against another edition

5.0

emotional hopeful inspiring 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: No

ikiesreads's review against another edition

4.0

Austen’s refined style and astute portrayal of society shine in Persuasion, yet this novel uniquely captures the delicate remnants of a youthful love believed to have faded. I found myself deeply moved by Anne, whose maturity — shaped by life’s experiences — sets her apart from Austen’s typical heroines, embodying a quiet strength and wisdom that is both admirable and relatable. The chemistry between Anne and Captain Wentworth is nothing short of fabulous, their interactions charged with a subtle tension that lingers long after each page. And then there’s that final letter — short, yet burning with a passion that rekindles hope — leaving me with the longing that such a timeless, resilient love might someday find its way into my little life.