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Sep 19, 2023
Can the available copy of this book be sent from Corinth to Gardner?
Jul 13, 2023bethhmk rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
I'm a Janeite through and through and I've enjoyed many contemporary adaptations of Austen's works; Eligible has quickly joined my favourites. Sittenfeld does a brilliant job of bringing the Bennets and their social circle into the 21st…
Jun 19, 2023cynaN rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
Unlike Austen's Pride and Prejudice, we see love happens beyond the fab four, Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Bingley and Jane Bennet. While Mrs. Bennet's character was highly evolved,, Mr. Bennet remained apathetic. I like how the…
May 04, 2023
"This is a funny, modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice that I think will appeal to pretty much any and all of Austen's fans." - Asia B.
May 03, 2023ajherther rated this title 1 out of 5 stars
Don't let this novel stand I'm the way of reading Romantic Comedy.
May 03, 2021marylferg rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I have read and reread this, it is so good
Jun 21, 2020Blabbermouth rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
A modern retelling of Pride & Prejudice.....Down to the family name of Bennet & the romantic interest for Lizzy is Fitzwilliam Darcy. It's a fun book. I liked it.
Jan 08, 2020CCPL_Laura rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
All the bare bones of the classic Pride & Prejudice are here, seamlessly woven into a modern American setting with modern social dilemmas. The classic humor is apparent, as well as the recognizable personalities and characteristics of…
Dec 28, 2019tobyfear rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Modern adaption of Pride and Prejudice
Nov 25, 2019kiml00 rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
It is a fun retelling of the Pride and Prejudice. I’m not a chick lit type of reader but I enjoyed this. It has humor and romance without being too over the top. Highly recommended.
Nov 09, 2019jamesfmason rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice is great fun. Recommended for Jane Austen fans.
Jul 16, 2019katierreed rated this title 0.5 out of 5 stars
Disappointing. The leading lady was incredibly unlikable. The whole family was perceived as not only a family who lacked finess (expected) but lacked integrity and over all self respect. I will say the author did a great job at…
Jan 03, 2019stefnord rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Calling Eligible a modern retelling of Austen's classic Pride and Prejudice hardly prepares you for this version of the story. Though true, you may not be braced for how much pop culture and parody Sittenfeld has injected into the beloved…
Aug 03, 2018SuzanneUbick rated this title 0.5 out of 5 stars
I was really disappointed in this book. The whole thing is overblown. Just one of the weird situations might have - more delicately handled - been funny. Ladling melodrama atop melodrama made it nauseating as well as boring. The…
Sep 05, 2017
I only read the first 30 pages of this book but would not recommend it as the language and situations were inappropriate although common in today's world.
Jul 17, 2017ArapahoeJenny rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
A quick, lighthearted retelling of "Pride and Prejudice" set in contemporary Cincinnati. Lots of laughs!
Feb 23, 2017
My first reaction to this book was an eyeroll (seriously, another Pride and Prejudice retelling?!) but some friends recommended it so I gave it a chance. And I’m glad I did! Eligible is such a fun read, and keeps you hooked even if you…
Feb 09, 2017
I am such a fan of the original Pride and Prejudice that I had a difficult time liking this book at all. It was sort of vapid and vulgar.
Feb 08, 2017emwirry rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
The most enjoyable book I have read in a long time! A smart and funny read, I absolutely loved it.
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Oct 13, 2016
I admit trepidation when I first approached this modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. Sittenfeld's style is witty and engaging, and she does a fine job of resetting the story in…
Oct 10, 2016PinesandPrejudice rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
You have to know going in that this is not your traditional "Pride and Prejudice". Sittenfeld really brings the Bennets into the modern world and not everything in the story is the same. The characters grew on me and I'm not gonna lie but…
Sep 16, 2016patcarstensen rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
I enjoyed the book, but missed Austen's wicked sense of humor about class and manners. Where Austen is more like a series of masterful miniatures, this book is more like a garish light-sculpture.
Aug 24, 2016ArapahoeCatherine rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
I'm usually dubious about any Jane Austen update, especially to P&P, but I was delighted by this modern take. It was great for a lighter summer read! Without too many spoilers, I'll just say I especially enjoyed Mrs. Bennet as a home…
Aug 12, 2016bkilfoy rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I'm a Janeite through and through and I've enjoyed many contemporary adaptations of Austen's works; Eligible has quickly joined my favourites. Sittenfeld does a brilliant job of bringing the Bennets and their social circle into the 21st…
Aug 03, 2016GummiGirl rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Although not all Jane Austen fans will appreciate this book, I thought it was a hoot. I especially like who Lady Catherine got turned into in this retelling.