Classics Bookclub: Pride and Prejudice

5 Minutes for Books hosts a classic bookclub the first Tuesday every month. This month we’re discussing Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.

As I mentioned in a previous post, I read this book years ago as a school assignment. Back then I read it so fast I couldn’t remember parts of it. I just wanted to get through it and get my paper turned in.

This time around, I slowed it down a notch or two and took the time to enjoy the story.

I love Austen’s wit and sense of humor. The style of writing was different than what I usually read. I’m a suspense/mystery kind of girl in my everyday reading, but once I got used to Austen’s style, I was hooked.

I’ve seen the movie version with Keira Knightley and loved it. I hear that the A&E mini series collection is even better. So I will have to check it out sometime.

As you can tell, I’m not a very good book reviewer. I’m afraid to say too much and give the story away but then I’m afraid I won’t say enough and no one will want to read the book. Understand? No? Well, that’s okay, because I rarely understand me either.

Back to P&P…Overall, I enjoyed the book. I can see why it’s a classic and even though it started out slow for me, due to the style, it really grew on me and I ended up loving it. I highly recommend it!

If you’re a big fan of the classics, head on over to 5 Minutes for Books and check out the Classics Bookclub. Our next book is Jane Eyre and we’d love to have you join us.