When I opened the book and read the dedication I was hooked. I have read all of Shannon Hales books, minus Book of a thousand days, and was not disappointed with Austenland. I wish I had the book to quote from but I lent it to my mom for further enjoyment. The gist of it was this:
"To Colin Firth: You are a very wonderful man but I am married and so we will have to be just friends."
Who among us hasn't whiled away a night in bed dreaming of our own Mr. Darcy? Who hasn't sighed and wondered why there can't be someone out there as wonderful as their coveted Mr. Darcy? I had my own nights filled with the flawless Edward Cullen. I even asked my husband if he thought I had my own smell:)Silly as it is, we have all been caught up at one time or another.
I love how Shannon Hale leaves out none of the uncomfortable daily nuisances. You can imagine Jane trying to get her daily exercise while running in an elaborate gown. I most appreciate that Jane was able to develop a sense of self. She found her strength after having everything handed over in a platter, she opted for more and knew she deserved it. I love when someone wakes up and realizes they are worth it!
I thought is was sheer, light-hearted fun. A little Mr. Darcy for everyone is a good thing. It made me appreciate my own Mr. Darcy at home with me right now! I was sad it was such a short book, but it answered everything I needed to know. Hey, you know you'd go if you could!
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4 comments:
You make me laugh, Britney!!! I loved your Edward joke/comparison. I've never really been the "love story" type-not that I don't like them, other books just seem to jump out at me more-but I have LOVED Twilight and Austenland!
I REALLY enjoyed this book! I liked that Jane didn't really fit in a lot of the time because it made her seem like a real person. I think that I would feel a lot like she did-wanting to fit in and get into the act but also feeling kind of silly.
The Martin part made me so sad! I was mad that he was an actor, but I was still hopeful for them. Until I started hoping for Henry! Then I wanted Martin to get away from her! I couldn't BELIEVE that she walked away from both of them at the airport! I'm glad that Henry followed her. I wish that there was an Austenland 2 so we could see what happened!
I also loved the forward that you quoted, and the note from Shannon at the end to her husband. I can't remember what it said just now, but go back and read it if you didn't. It was cute!
Great book. I can't wait to read more of her books!
I'm so sad that I wasn't able to get this book! I'm still on the waiting list at my library, but reading your reviews makes me even more excited to read it (even if I might know the end now!).
Jen, you should have waited to read the review. Bummer. Well, you will still love the book:)
Ok, I finally got the book from my library yesterday and I've already finished it! I LOVED this book!
Natalie, it's so funny that we both love the same authors, but you aren't as much into the "love story" and that is my favorite part of any book! I 'ohhhed' and 'awwwed' at the love parts and got all excited for Jane on the parts when I thought that Henry might not be acting throughout the book.
I liked not knowing what was real all of the time. I was still a little shocked when Amelia turned into this cheating, acting, Bay-Area Barbara! And I was very shocked about Martin! I felt really bad for Jane when it was revealed that he was an actor the whole time. And I loved the part when Jane really stuck it to Miss Wattlesbrook. I hated that lady.
Like I said, I am a bit of a sucker for the "love story" part of anything, so of course I was cheering when Henry showed up on the plane. I enjoyed how Hale helped us to see that he was done acting and being "real" by letting us see how terrified he was of the plane ride.
I'm with Natalie...I wish there was a part 2!! Do you think they'll make this a movie?
Good book, Britney! I'm so glad you recommendedit!!!
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