This was an enjoyable collection of stories. The only one I didn’t really like at all was the first one because it was overly ridiculous for me. The second one was a little slow but better written. And I didn’t really have any problems with the rest of them. I think it was impressive how clever Austen all ready was from a young age when she wrote these. ( )

12/3/22

This is some early writing from Jane Austen that, nonetheless, still shows how she was developing her skills and becoming a better storyteller in her own right. The main novel is a series of letters from two women to one another that deal with the themes of marriage, families, and unhappiness. The other pieces are more whimsical and there is even a small piece on the history of England. Overall, it is a surprisingly readable and interesting collection that should be read for those interested in Austen or classical literature.

3 stars. ( )

Hilariously terrible, and really rather charming. So dramatic and overwrought, and oh my goodness the spelling! Only of interest to Austen completists, but hey, it made me laugh out loud on public transport, so I can't hate it... ( )

I am a huge Jane Austen fan, but this was too much. Very unsophisticated humor and silly writing. Not recommended except for academic interest (i.e. understanding the author better)