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The two main female characters have now fainted at least 4 times. I’m 16% in.

“Never did I see such an affecting Scene as was the meeting of Edward and Augustus. "My Life! my Soul!" (exclaimed the former) "My adorable angel!" (replied the latter) as they flew into each other's arms. It was too pathetic for the feelings of Sophia and myself—We fainted alternately on a sofa.”

I really hope this is supposed to be ridiculous. Knowing Austen’s work, I think it is.