Austenland: A Novel by Shannon Hale Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Austenland: A Novel
Book Review: A very enjoyable book
Summary: 4 Stars
I really enjoyed this book. I had no expectations of a masterpiece and was not disappointed in that respect. Shannon Hale tells the story of Jane, a closet Mr. Darcy/Colin Firth admirer. Jane hides her A&E Pride & Prejudice DVD set behind her houseplants so as not to give herself away. However, her great aunt discovers her secret and forces a confession from her. Months later the same great-aunt leaves Jane a bequest in her will - an all expenses paid 3-week trip to a Jane Austen fairyland in the English countryside where Jane can totally immerse herself in Austen's time and characters. Will Jane finally kick her Darcy obsession? Will she find true love? Will her bust pop out of the top of those regency dresses? You'll have to read the book to find out. This book is well written in a fun, casual style and I enjoyed the whole thing. It is a fairly quick read, you can probably polish it off in one evening with little effort.Book Review: Angieville: AUSTENLAND
Summary: 3 Stars
This bittersweet, funny slim little novel is first and foremost a love letter to Jane Austen, despite its well-deserved (and hilarious) dedication to Colin Firth. For those of us who, like the novel's heroine Jane Hayes, have happily reread all of Austen's novels over the years (except, as Hale points out, Northanger Abbey (Vintage Classics), which only got that one read), this story is a pleasant romp in Austenland. I was pleased with the way Jane questioned what in the world she was doing at what amounts to a Regency period fun park, with the way she alternately resists giving in to the fantasy and longs to dive in with reckless abandon. And I enjoyed the romantic comedy finish line ending.Book Review: Austenland
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a real Jane Austen fan and throughly loved this book. For those who enjoy reading about that day and age, I guarantee they will find this book worth reading.Book Review: Austenland
Summary: 5 Stars
Absolutely wonderfull book. I will read it over and over. It makes me giggle. This particular book has book club questions too, I liked that about it.Book Review: Austenland - Yes, Please!!
Summary: 5 Stars
What a charming darling book. Where can I find my own Pembrook Park? Seriously, to live the Austen-life for three weeks, what a dream!! I couldn't put this book down once I started to read. A cute interesting twist at the end that I wasn't expecting. I enjoyed every bit of this book. Great job Shannon Hale!