Lies Jane Austen Told Me is a fantastic addition to Shadow Mountain’s Proper Romance line. Set in the present day United States, the story is fresh, entertaining, and sprinkled with lots of cultural references. Although main heroine Emma is a flawed and complex character, readers will appreciate her spirit, grit, and determination. Emma’s best friend Silvia is a breath of fresh air, and her tangible chemistry with leading man Lucas is an added bonus! Author Julie Wright includes lots of inner dialogue, so it’s easy to understand Emma’s motivations and point of view. Jane Austen fans will rejoice in the frequent mention of the famous author and her illustrious works. Wright cleverly includes several of Austen’s characters and book themes into the story. Lies Jane Austen Told Me is a charming and fun read–perfect for snuggling up with this winter.
Review of an Advance Reader Copy
This book was sent to Compass Book Ratings for review by Shadow Mountain
Content Analysis:
Profanity/Language: None
Violence/Gore: A secondhand report of a fender bender and car explosion; a character slaps another.
Sex/Nudity: Several incidents of kissing; a few sexual references.
Mature Subject Matter:
Abandonment, work/life balance, mention of drug use and drug dealing, homelessness, single parenting, foster care, prison.
Alcohol / Drug Use:
Several discussions describing a secondary character who uses and deals drugs; a car driver smokes in a brief scene.
