The book starts with a bleak and poignant scene, which drew me in right away. Even towards the beginning of this first chapter, before getting to know Charlotte and her narration, I was emotional.
Charlotte came across as a bit of a weak character in Pride and Prejudice, and I’m so excited to read from her point of view and find out what happened to her (and Elizabeth and Mr Darcy) in the years after the original book was set. I always thought she had an interesting story to tell, and would have liked to read more, to see her fleshed out and understand her choices (beyond the remit of Pride and Prejudice).
The context of Charlotte worrying about her two daughters, the only way to secure their futures being to marry well, has echoes of Jane Austen’s creation, and is set up to be a serious feminist sequel. This has the potential to be a powerful and interesting read, especially for those (like me!) who love Jane Austen’s novels.
This book is in keeping with Pride and Prejudice so far, and I can’t wait to see how the author develops the characters and stories beyond their original life.
I like the cover a lot. It represents the book and the time period setting well. Simple, and striking.
Charlotte came across as a bit of a weak character in Pride and Prejudice, and I’m so excited to read from her point of view and find out what happened to her (and Elizabeth and Mr Darcy) in the years after the original book was set. I always thought she had an interesting story to tell, and would have liked to read more, to see her fleshed out and understand her choices (beyond the remit of Pride and Prejudice).
The context of Charlotte worrying about her two daughters, the only way to secure their futures being to marry well, has echoes of Jane Austen’s creation, and is set up to be a serious feminist sequel. This has the potential to be a powerful and interesting read, especially for those (like me!) who love Jane Austen’s novels.
This book is in keeping with Pride and Prejudice so far, and I can’t wait to see how the author develops the characters and stories beyond their original life.
I like the cover a lot. It represents the book and the time period setting well. Simple, and striking.