Continuing the love!
Jane Austen remains one of the most popular authors ever! The romance of her novels and the strength of her woman characters endear her to woman around the world. 60 films have been made or have been inspired by her works including the very popular “Clueless”.
Jane’s life has been analyzed by so many. How much of her writing was influenced by her life? Well, isn’t that usually the case? Jane Austen wrote about class and love – both things she knew well. Her one and only love was taken from her because her family had little to offer. She was also strong enough to forgo a marriage that would have brought her a very comfortable life but not love.
The strength and closeness of her family comes to light in much of her writing. Even during an illness that eventually took her life, Jane continued to write leaving one unfinished work. Her loving family was able to get both Northanger Abbey and Persuasion published after her death. Her beloved brother, Henry, was able to his sister buried at the Winchester Cathedral.
Jane Austen’s’ writing features love of family and
Karen Aminadra has created 2 wonderful books continuing the story- both B.R.A.G.Medallion Honorees!
Charlotte- Pride and Prejudice Continues imagines the life of Charlotte Lucas after her marriage to the less than romantic Mr. Collins
Rosings shares the story of Anne de Bourgh, the wealthy but controlled daughter of the formidable Lady Catherine de Bourgh. She desperately wants to fall in love and lead the life she chooses.
For Austen lovers, these 2 books won’t disappoint
!
Who could resist the 1995 version of Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy and the lovely Lucy Scott introduced us to Charlotte. Thanks you Karen for giving us so much more!
Leave a Reply