The Darcys Give a Ball by Elizabeth Newark Review

My first review!

This book is a spin-off Jane Austen's novel, Pride and Prejudice. For those of you who haven't read P&P, you should go put it on hold at your local library and read it. It's excellent.

This book takes place well after the events of Jane Austen's novel. Elizabeth and Darcy have had children and they have entered into society as have Jane and Bingley's children, Charolette and Mr. Collins' children, and every other characters children. It also references other works by Jane Austen. The Darcys decided to give a ball for all the children to enjoy. Betrothals and dancing ensues.

This book probably won't be on any list of great literature, though Austen spin off is? It's a quick read and is cute. There's less a focus on Darcy and Elizabeth and more focus on their children and the other children. Charolette does get quite a bit of attention, though. The plot mostly consists of the ball, characters are fairly static, but they're cute. Overall, if you're looking for something with depth, go reread Jane Austen. But if you're looking for something cute and light to read with a happy ending, then look no further.

This Blog is going to take an entirely different direction...

To books. I've deleted all the previous posts. I may regret that later.

I love books. Let's start!

Currently reading:
Beauty By Robin McKinley
This is a retelling of Beauty and the Beast. Good so far.

Jane Eyre by Charolette Bronte
Reading this for two reasons: the movie is coming out in the spring and I love reading classic literature.

The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
Reading it on my laptop. I had to read it before junior year and could not get through. I'm giving Huck a second chance.