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Pride and Prejudice vs The Count of Monte Cristo
Pride and Prejudice
31 positive (100%) · 0 mixed (0%) · 0 negative (0%)
Trust + time weighted: +100%
Top excerpts
the book I have read most often and enjoyed even more with each reread and learned to appreciate even more the older I got is Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.
Pride and Prejudice, by Jane Austen (and a bonus shout out for the lesser studied but really excellent *Persuasion* too)
Longbourn by Jo Baker is not a fantasy book, but looks at Pride and Prejudice from the servants’ POV
Pride and Prejudice is the second funniest to me. I love Austen’s sense of humour and keen observations on society. It’s more social commentary than romance to me and absolutely hilarious at times.
Parent context: Jane Austen was given to shell shocked soldiers. It’s great because it’s interesting without any high stakes. Reply: This is such a good suggestion. There's enough drama for you to gasp at, but nothing ever feels truly threatening. Austen herself described P&P as "light, bright, and sparkling."
The Count of Monte Cristo
61 positive (92%) · 5 mixed (8%) · 0 negative (0%)
Trust + time weighted: +93%
AI summary — not a quote
The Count of Monte Cristo is widely regarded by readers as one of the greatest novels ever written, specifically celebrated as the definitive revenge and adventure story. Despite its massive length (often cited at over 1,200 pages), it is frequently described as a 'page-turner' with a nuanced exploration of vengeance and an epic scale where intricate plot pieces eventually fall into place.
Pros
- Considered the 'essential' and 'greatest' revenge story of all time.
- Exceptional storytelling that remains consistently interesting despite its length.
- A nuanced take on a revenge fantasy that explores the collateral damage of the protagonist's quest.
- Satisfying 'epic scale' where various plot threads connect even when the main character is off-stage.
Cons
- Extremely long (1,200+ pages), which may be daunting for some readers.
- A middle section where the setting and characters change significantly, requiring the reader to learn a new cast.
- Requires tracking many characters and plot strands over a long period.
- Some readers find specific plot devices, such as children in danger, to be emotionally manipulative or distracting.
Top excerpts
The Count of Monte Cristo is extremely satisfying.
If you really want to find something to do with your time maybe try a big book like The Count of Monte Cristo — I read that last summer! It’s actually very interesting and I loved being caught up in that world
The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas
The Count of Monte Cristo
The book thief, the kite runner, the count of Monte Cristo, little women, 1984, brave new world, Fahrenheit 451, the great gatsby!