As new friendships form and the pain of the past begins to heal, surely they can find a way to preserve Austen's legacy before it is too late?Īnd there may even be a few unexpected surprises along the way.Ī heartbreaking and uplifting novel of hope, loss and love. The heart of the community and site of Jane Austen's cherished former home, Chawton estate is in danger of being sold to the highest bidder.Įight villagers are brought together by their love for the famous author's novels, to create The Jane Austen Society. It's only a few months since the war ended but the little village of Chawton is about to be hit by another devastating blow. Martin’s Press in exchange for an honest review.This book is funny and sad, touching and triumphant and is subtly powerful in the way it explores human foibles and frailties, even those of Jane Austen. He regales his listeners and explains his unique, often quite. In the story, a WWI veteran describes how he joined the secret society of the Janeites while stationed at the front. 'A wonderful book, a wonderful read' Karen Joy Fowler, bestselling author of The Jane Austen Book Club I was invited to read the ARC of The Jane Austen Society, the debut novel by Natalie Jenner, courtesy of NetGalley and St. Rudyard Kiplings short story ' The Janeites ,' published in 1924, highlights Janeites quasi-religious tendencies and professed personal association with Austen.
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