Austen Lovers TBR Challenge 2021 discussion

If you are willing to place one of your May reading choices in the hands of another person, leave a comment here with at least five books and no more than ten from your TBR shelf. Participants need to leave comments no later than April 25th.

Here's how it will work:
Sophia will match people up and leave a comment with a list of who will choose for whom.
When you see the person you are to pick for, then just look at their list in the above comments and leave a new comment with their name and the book you chose for them by April 30th.

You also need to watch and see what book your person chose from your list for you.
You have the rest of the month to read the book.

So if this sounds like something you would like to do, just comment below leaving your name and list of book choices for someone to pick your May book.

When you're done reading, feel free to drop a new comment of what you thought of your book.

Happy Reading!

I’m afraid I’m going to have to sit out this time around. I am starting a writer’s workshop on Monday that runs through late July, and I want to give it all the focus I can. This is one of my favorite Austenesque activities, so it will be a sacrifice!

Abigail wrote: "I’m afraid I’m going to have to sit out this time around. I am starting a writer’s workshop on Monday that runs through late July, and I want to give it all the focus I can. This is one of my favor..."

We will definitely miss you, Abigail. But, a writer's workshop is a great activity, too. I promise there will be two more chances. :)

Hmmm, let's see what leaping out at me...

1. Jane Austen's Best Friend: The Life and Influence of Martha Lloyd by Zoe Wheddon
2. Miss Bennet’s Dragon by M. Verant
3. Jane Austen's Cousin: The Outlandish Countess de Feuillide by Geri Walton
4. Strong Objections to the Lady by Jayne Bamber
5. Emma Watson by Joan Aiken
6. The Third Sister: A Continuation of Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility by Julia Barrett
7. Teverton Hall by Jane Gillespie
8. Emma & Knightley: Perfect Happiness in Highbury by Rachel Billington
9. Rosings Park: A Story of Jane Austen's Fighting Men by Jack Caldwell
10. Mansfield Parsonage: A Mansfield Park Regency Novel by Kyra C. Kramer

What a great collection of prospective reads, Sophia! And thanks for the kind words. I’m pretty scared about the workshop, my first, but need to test myself.

Abigail wrote: "I’m afraid I’m going to have to sit out this time around. I am starting a writer’s workshop on Monday that runs through late July, and I want to give it all the focus I can. This is one of my favor..."

Good luck and enjoy!

Mr. Darcy's Brides

Staci Hart one of her book s.

The Value of an Anne Elliot: The Delightful Sequel to Jane Austen's 'Persuasion'

Love at the Library

Pride and Precipitation

Pride and Premeditation

Abigail wrote: "What a great collection of prospective reads, Sophia! And thanks for the kind words. I’m pretty scared about the workshop, my first, but need to test myself."

Thanks! And, oh my yes, I'd feel the nerves if I were you. But, you're right about how good it will be to challenge yourself like that. There's something about pressure to get us to really dig deep. :)

Thanks, Sam and Sophia!

1. A Wilful Misunderstanding: A Pride & Prejudice Variation https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
2. Fallen: A Pride & Prejudice Variation https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
3. Tempted: A Pride and Prejudice Variation https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
4. BeSwitched https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
5. Tact: A Pride and Prejudice Variation https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...
6. Love and Libertine https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/5...

I always love this challenge!

Sanctuary: Volume 1 by Cat Andrews

The Best Laid Flight Plans by Leigh Dreyer

Fanny, A Mansfield Park Story by Amelia Marie Logan

Outmatched: A Mansfield Park / Sense & Sensibility Vagary by Jayne Bamber

A Searing Acquaintance: A Modern Pride & Prejudice Variation by Jan Ashton

The Particular Charm of Miss Jane Austen: An Uplifting, Comedic Tale of Time Travel and Friendship by Cass Grafton and Ada Bright

Green Card by Elizabeth Adams

Thanks!

Here are mind, waiting so patiently on the shelf to be read:

The Long Journey Home: A Pride & Prejudice Variation

Dare to Refuse Such a Man

The Recovery of Fitzwilliam DarcyDare to Refuse Such a Man


or an audiobook:

Assumptions & Absurdities: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

Mistaking Her Character: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

All the best Abigail

Thanks, abmom! Though with all the wonderful titles being listed by people, I’m getting tempted to throw caution to the winds and join!

You're welcome to join us. After all who needs sleep when you have an interesting book to read?

1. Austentatious: The Evolving World of Jane Austen Fans
2. The Angel of Longbourn
3. Mr. Darcy's Cipher: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
4. Sanditon: Jane Austen's Last Novel Completed
5. Everybody's Jane: Austen in the Popular Imagination

I really want to do this but have too many things going on in May. Maybe next time. Have fun reading!

I am so glad I remembered to check in today! I got a great recommendation last time, here’s to lady fortune favoring me once more,

1. Rumours & Recklessness: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
by Nicole Clarkston
2.With My Whole Heart Forever: An Austen-Inspired Romance
by Wendi Sotis
3.The Secret Betrothal: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
by Jan Hahn
4.The Mistress of All: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
by Lory Lilian
5.Before a Fall: A Pride and Prejudice Reimagining
by Jennifer Kay
6.Lovers' Meeting: A Pride & Prejudice Variation
by Catherine Lodge

In giddy anticipation,
Shifra

1) Confessions of the Scandalous Mrs Darcy


2) Rosings Park


Due to physical issues, I might have leave the number as below par. Forgive me please!

Dana wrote: "I really want to do this but have too many things going on in May. Maybe next time. Have fun reading!"

No worries, Dana! We are definitely doing more of this one. :) May all your things go well.

Kirk wrote: "1) Confessions of the Scandalous Mrs Darcy


2) Rosings Park
[bookcover:Rosings Park: A Story of Jane A..."

Happy to make an exception and hope you're doing better really soon, Kirk!

Sophia wrote: "Kirk wrote: "1) Confessions of the Scandalous Mrs Darcy


2) Rosings Park
[bookcover:Rosings Park: A St..."
Thank you!!!

Howdy, everyone! I'm so glad you could join 'someone else pick it'.

I have randomly drawn names from those who submitted a list of books and will put those just below.

For those who are new to this fun activity, here is what you do next:
1. Find your name in the left hand column and then go to the right hand column to see whose name you drew.
2. Go back up in the discussion thread and find that person's list. Choose a book from that list. And, then make a comment to that person of what book you chose for them. Do this by April 30th, please.
3. Watch for the person who drew your name to post their pick from your booklist.
4. Start your books on or after May 1st and feel free to come back and leave a comment of what you thought of the book. If you want to discuss as you're reading, you can comment on your impressions as you go. Just make sure to mark any spoilery comments at the beginning of your comment.


The List from the drawing:
Sophia > Christina
Patricia > Sam
abmom > Jeannepw
Christina > Shifra
Sam > Kirk
Jeannepw > Sophia
Shifra > Patricia
Kirk > abmom


Enjoy your May reading, everyone!
Oh, and if you have a question or are confused, no worries, just ask.

Howdy, Christina!

I drew your name. So many goodies in your list that I haven't read, but am curious about and one or two I know are good after reading them. What to pick... I'll go with one I'm curious about.

The Best Laid Flight Plans by Leigh Dreyer

Enjoy!

Patricia,
I must own I am not a fan of modern retellings- I read JAFF chiefly to time travel- so I vacillated between ‘The Value of an Anne Elliot’ & ‘Mr Darcy’s Brides’. They both sound promising, but after reading the reviews I alighted on ‘Mr. Darcy's Brides’.
If the scuttlebutt is to be credited, it is action packed, has an fresh premiss, and is overall engaging and well written. I am put out I did not spot this title before, it is now on my TBR short list.
May it lives up the hype and be deemed unputdownable,
Shifra

Hi abmom,

You have given my still foggy head many good choices. And someone who has far far better judgement than me (even in normal days) gave high marks to 5 of 6. Yikes!

Silent drumroll...the choice is...

BeSwitched.

Happy reading!

Shifra, looks like you have some great choices based on everything I’ve read and heard about these authors! Tough decision....okay, I’m going with Nicole Clarkston’s Rumors and Recklessness! Hope you enjoy!

Sophia, thanks for the pick! I’ve had this book for a while and have been looking forward to reading it. I know nothing about being a pilot or the military, so I’m excited to see Elizabeth and Darcy in this context. Thanks!

Kirk wrote: "1) Confessions of the Scandalous Mrs Darcy


2) Rosings Park
[bookcover:Rosings Park: A Story of Jane A..."

Kirk - looks like it me and you again ;)

Rosings parks - Haven't heard of it and I am looking forward to your thoughts.

Dare to Refuse Such a Man appeals to me. let me know how you like it. :)

Thank yu for recommendation. been on my tbr list forever

Christina wrote: "I’m going with Nicole Clarkston’s Rumors and Recklessness! Hope..."
Thanks Christina, much obliged!

Patricia wrote: "Dare to Refuse Such a Man appeals to me. let me know how you like it. :)"
Will do, Patricia! :)

Patricia wrote: "Dare to Refuse Such a Man appeals to me. let me know how you like it. :)

Thank yu for recommendation. been on my tbr list forever"

This is for me, right?

Sam wrote: "Kirk wrote: "1) Confessions of the Scandalous Mrs Darcy


2) Rosings Park
[bookcover:Rosings Park: A St..."
Thank you!

Sam wrote: "Patricia wrote:
This is for me, right?"

LOL! Most likely Sam- sorry for muddling the waters! I am currently reading it and assumed it was directed at me! It is very good thus far so she picked well ;)

My first book for may. Does that mean I can read it this Shabbat already? Lol

Is it too late to join? I think this is a fabulous idea for a May TBR!

Amanda wrote: "Is it too late to join? I think this is a fabulous idea for a May TBR!"

Put up your list, Amanda, and we'll pick one for you. :)

Sophia wrote: "Amanda wrote: "Is it too late to join? I think this is a fabulous idea for a May TBR!"

Put up your list, Amanda, and we'll pick one for you. :)"

Thanks, Sophia!

My TBRs:
The Three Colonels: Jane Austen's Fighting Men

Wickham, Hero of Pemberley: The Male of the Species Reads Pride and Prejudice

Wooing Mr Wickham: Stories Inspired by Jane Austen's Heroes and Villains

Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors

How to Fall in Love with a Man You Thought You hated

Hi Amanda!

What an eclectic list! Hmm... I'm curious about Wickham, Hero of Pemberley so I'm picking that one for you. :)

Sorry Jeannepw, I hadn't been here for sometime and have left you wondering. I pick Darcy's cipher for you as it sounds quite intriguing.

Thanks Kirk. I've been wanting to read that for quite some time now and now I can.

Patricia- thanks for the pick. Finished Dare to Refuse Such a Man In one sitting this afternoon.

OMG! it is sooooo good. The author did an amazing job! And her first time.

To be honest, I can't tell what I liked more Mrs. Bennet, Mrs. Philips or ODC's tenacity.

Sophia,
I’m so sorry I’m late picking your book. My mom passed away on April 25, and I’m just now getting back to the internet.

I picked Jane Austen's Cousin: The Outlandish Countess de Feuillide. I have that one on my own TBR pile and I’ll be eager to know what you thought of it.

So sorry to hear of your loss. my sincerest condolences.

Jeanne, wow, I figured something in real life was distracting you so no worries. You dear gal, hugs, my sympathies. You take whatever time you need to grieve and we will shower you with virtual hugs here.

And, I will happily read it and be the tester for it. :)

Jeannepw,I’m so sorry to hear about your loss.

May her memory be a blessing ♡

My sympathies for the loss of your mother, Jeanne.

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I am so sorry for your loss, Jeannepw❤