A review by yproctorkent
Emma by Jane Austen

emotional funny lighthearted

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

It’s Emma by Jane Austen, there is really nothing more to say. Of course, it is brilliant. 

 

Emma is my favourite Austen protagonist; her wit and flaws make this so enjoyable. You can see Austen’s growth as a writer and the levels of humour in Emma spill out of the page.

She keeps us guessing throughout, who will end up with who? Even if you know going in who Emma ends up with – it's enjoyable to watch the rest of the characters find their partners.

 

The missing half star is the age gap and the "I’ve loved you since you were 14" line. I know Emma is ‘of its time’ but honestly, I just can’t push past it.