Questions About Austenland (Austenland, #1)

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I saw the movie. I try to never see the movie before reading the book.... Is it still worth reading? Any thoughts on the matter?

Angela Richerson I was disappointed with the book. The characters were flat. I bought the book because I had seen the movie and books are always better... Not this tim…moreI was disappointed with the book. The characters were flat. I bought the book because I had seen the movie and books are always better... Not this time. (less)

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Should I read all of Jane Austen's books before reading this one?

M.A. Nichols No need to. It helps if you have at least a basic knowledge of the storylines of her books, because the author references them from time to time and t…moreNo need to. It helps if you have at least a basic knowledge of the storylines of her books, because the author references them from time to time and there are elements of the stories found in the book, but if you've watched movie versions of them, that'd be more than enough info to follow what she's saying.(less)

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Does the movie end the same way as the book? I honestly thought the book's ending was not great.

Betsy

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What's up with the comments about not appreciating Northanger Abbey?

Ruby Rose In the book or in the questions? I believe everyone should have their own opinions anyways, but I am curious. I didn't really see any comments about i…moreIn the book or in the questions? I believe everyone should have their own opinions anyways, but I am curious. I didn't really see any comments about it in the book?(less)

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Is this a young adult book?

Emily No. This is an adult novel. It is rather PG though and would probably be fine for older teens.

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