Austenland - By Shannon Hale

What would it be like to walk in Elizabeth Bennet's shoes? This week's episode centers around "Austenland," a delightful novel by Shannon Hale that transports readers to an over-the-top theme park where women can immerse themselves in their Jane Austen-inspired fantasies of courtship. Both Alicia and Emilie have previously enjoyed the book, but now they're ready to delve deeper into its themes and underlying messages. Is there more to "Austenland" than just a bit of lighthearted fun? Join us as we overthink the plot and explore the deeper meanings behind the story. Along the way, we'll discuss themes of wish fulfillment, the realities of life in Jane Austen's time, and the various sources from which we learn about love (hint: Emilie's involves a silly pop-culture reference). -- 🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason. 📚 Curious about our upcoming reads? Check out the list at prideandprejudicebookclub.com! ➡️ Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or visit our blog at https://www.prideandprejudicebookclub.com/ for more Austen-inspired content!