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The Jane Austen Society

Natalie Jenner
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The Jane Austen Society

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020

Book Brief

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Natalie Jenner

The Jane Austen Society

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chawton, England • 1940s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Natalie Jenner's novel, The Jane Austen Society, follows a group of diverse individuals in the post-World War II English village of Chawton, coming together to preserve Jane Austen's legacy. Their shared mission fosters unexpected bonds, revealing the transformative power of literature and community.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

55,439 ratings

65%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Jane Austen Society by Natalie Jenner delightfully captures the charm of Austen’s world, appealing to both fans and newcomers. Reviewers praise its heartwarming characters and historical detail. However, some note its slower pacing and predictable plot. Overall, it's a comforting read for Austen enthusiasts.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Jane Austen Society?

Readers who enjoy The Jane Austen Society by Natalie Jenner likely appreciate historical fiction, literary societies, and the charm of small English villages. Fans of The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society and Major Pettigrew's Last Stand might also find this book appealing due to its heartfelt storytelling and strong sense of community.

4.0

55,439 ratings

65%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Chawton, England • 1940s

Publication Year

2020

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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