I had read this book ages ago when I was in Austen Adaptation Mode. I remember liking it so much that I wanted to have a copy in my personal library. I'm sure it's because I'm now old and cynical but this isn't as good as I remember. The main character can be catty in certain situations wherein I don't see the original version doing so. I still like the book as it is a palate cleanser but it's not the best book either.