Even with a large cast of characters, they were still all very well developed and had enjoyable storylines. While there are a lot of characters in this book, it’s fitting as Jane Austen always filled her books with a lot of characters. They each share a love for her books and join together to not only discuss her writing, but to also preserve it and the town in which she called home. It explores the nuances of the different types of relationships obtained throughout life.Įach of these characters come together because of one person: Jane Austen. As you can tell, this is a character focused book. It revolves around a group of characters and as you are reading it you will feel as if you are also a part of their group. This book contains one of those stories that isn’t overly filled with action scenes, but is more of a cosy story for you to curl up under a blanket with it. Each of these stories have that certain charm that comes with a group of characters joining up to discuss other literary characters and works. They both have similar settings and overarching “feel” to them.

The Jane Austen Society is also reminiscent of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society. It is definitely a book that draws on the power that being a fan has on ensuring the enduring appreciation of literary works through the ages.

Even though this isn’t a retelling of a Jane Austen book, it still brings to light the joy that her works carry. While The Jane Austen Society will be well received by Jane Austen fans, it might also create some new fans. Given the love that Jane Austen continues to receive to this day, The Jane Austen Society will be a favourite for her fans. No matter what, there is always one of her characters that will touch you and leave a sense of fondness. Be it Elizabeth Bennet and her refusal to marry for anything but love or Emma and her matchmaking tricks. There is just something about a Jane Austen character that lives on through the ages. Even if you have never read one of her books, you’ve most likely heard her name or even seen a movie inspired by one of her novels. Jane Austen is one of those authors that lives in many hearts.

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