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asreadbykat's review
4.0
This is one of those books I save for gloomy rainy days when I can curl up with a hot cup of tea and lose myself in a cozy story. It's not overly complicated, and is pretty simple compared to other romances or murder mysteries -but I actually like that about it. Once I started reading, I found I couldn't put the book down. Tirzah Price's writing style is one of the most enjoyable that I've found among new writers in the past five or so years.
My main complaint with the novel is that the murder-mystery felt rushed and simplified for what it was, but given that this isn't purely a murder mystery, I didn't mind too much.
If you're a Pride and Prejudice fan, and you want to see the characters in a different style of story and just have a nice cozy and fun read, this may be the book for you.
If you're looking for a re-imagined version that strictly follows not only historical accuracy but also a more "serious" murder mystery, this book ISN'T for you.
My main complaint with the novel is that the murder-mystery felt rushed and simplified for what it was, but given that this isn't purely a murder mystery, I didn't mind too much.
If you're a Pride and Prejudice fan, and you want to see the characters in a different style of story and just have a nice cozy and fun read, this may be the book for you.
If you're looking for a re-imagined version that strictly follows not only historical accuracy but also a more "serious" murder mystery, this book ISN'T for you.
qwelling4's review against another edition
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
vic_forlani's review
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
evamadera1's review against another edition
4.0
I had to keep reminding myself that this retelling is just that, a retelling, not the original. I knew I loved the original but realized just how much through reading this. I did enjoy the way that certain characters got their comeuppance, especially Collins and the way that Price handled the romance, much more like how Austen portrayed it than how Price handled the romance in book three, Manslaughter Park. If you go into the book expecting the original, you'll be disappointed but if you set expectations correctly, you're in for a ride.
scribe391's review
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
Set during the Regency Era in London, seventeen year old Lizzy Bennet is an aspiring Barrister.
When Charles Bingly is accused of murder, Lizzy takes the opportunity to prove that she can do the job.
Lizzy reminded me of Shakespeare’s Portia
When Charles Bingly is accused of murder, Lizzy takes the opportunity to prove that she can do the job.
Lizzy reminded me of Shakespeare’s Portia
a_neverending_tbr's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
A quirky Jane Austen meets Agatha Christie mash-up. I liked the retelling and where the author took the story. It is easy to imagine Elizabeth Bennett doing all that she does in this novel if things had been different during this time period. I did want a little more interaction with Elizabeth and Darcy and I think it would have fit the original narrative a little better. I also wanted more closure with the epilogue.
Content Notes: A kiss
Content Notes: A kiss