Historical Fiction

The novels of Jane Austen are among some of the most beloved, most read, and most adapted from the English language. Featuring memorable characters, locations, and narratives the “big four” Austen novels—Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, and Emma—all have similar narrative clichés, but all done in unique ways that makes each story fresh. The later three novels are a mixed back of youthful inexperience (Northanger Abbey), different tone (Persuasion), and unique literary style (Lady Susan) with mixed results. Overall, this is a great collection especially as it has all four of Austen’s major works together.

Sense and Sensibility (3.5/5)
Pride and Prejudice (4/5)
Mansfield Park (3.5/5)
Emma (2/5)
Northanger Abbey (1/5)
Persuasion (3/5)
Lady Susan (2.5) ( )

I love Jane Austen and this is a nice collection. It looks nice on the shelf and it's a good size. ( )

I have read everthing by Jane Austen, and for a while was a bit obsessed. I loved Pride and Prejudice, as well as Emma, but I also enjoyed Northanger Abby, not one of her most popular. ( )

No one can beat Jane Austen when you are looking for a good book to read! ( )