Pride & Prejudice Book Club Podcast
Welcome to the Pride & Prejudice Book Club, where we discuss variations, alternate universes, and fan fiction versions of Jane Austen’s masterpiece Pride & Prejudice! Enjoy a new book (and discussion) every week. Spoiler warning: this is a book club, so we’re going to assume that you’ve read the book....
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Episodes
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
If you've never seen this movie, you're in for a fun surprise!
Bollywood meets Jane Austen in this modern-day adaptation that re-imagines Elizabeth Bennet as Lalita Bakshi, a headstrong Indian woman who is proud of her culture and has little time for the snobby opinions of American Will Darcy. Full of color, dancing, and music, this is a modern adaptation that we couldn't wait to share with you!
Bryce and Logan join us to give their thoughts, as well, and compare it to our other bonus episode (Pride and Prejudice and Zombies).
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
In a complete reversal from our usual pattern, this week we read a book that ALICIA has read before, but Emilie has not! An imperfect heroine surrounded by likewise imperfect (but endearing) characters, Bridget Jones is indisputably a cultural icon and the book made a lot of waves when it was published. But does the book live up to the hype?
We hope you enjoy this fun change of pace with a dash of 90s nostalgia!
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
In honor of the spooky season, we're taking a break from modern variations to bring you this chilling tale of jealousy, rage, and haunting spirits! While Jane is ill at Netherfield, Elizabeth begins to have experiences that make her believe the house is haunted. When things take a terrifying turn, she has no choice but to accept the help of a skeptical Darcy...and things escalate from there!
This book has many unexpected twists and turns, while still maintaining a surprisingly tender core. It will definitely keep you on your toes!
Happy Halloween, bookclubbers! 🎃
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
It's a three-for-one special this week as we read the Headstrong series by Melanie Rachel (Improvise, Adapt, and Overcome). A modern Pride and Prejudice retelling, this series not only plays in the P&P sandbox, but also has some interesting things to say about being a Marine, navigating complex family relationships, overcoming your past, and opening your heart to love even after pain.
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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Monday Oct 16, 2023
Monday Oct 16, 2023
What makes a Pride and Prejudice variation a Pride and Prejudice variation? Is it the cast of characters? The memorable beats (like an insult, an argument, or a meddlesome relative coming to visit?) Or is it something else entirely?
We found ourselves debating this topic as we read Green Card, by Elizabeth Adams. A fun read, interesting plot, and characters named Elizabeth and William...but is that enough?
What do YOU think makes a book a P&P variation?
We hope you enjoy our first deep dive into the world of modern variations! More to come!
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Amnesia is bad enough, but Elizabeth gets a double whammy when she's stranded in France during the Napoleonic Wars and has no idea who she is (or how to speak French). Luckily, Darcy, believing she is dead, volunteers to be a spy in France, and through a crazy set of circumstances they end up fleeing the continent together...all while Elizabeth believes Darcy is her husband (oops).
After a couple of weightier variations, both Alicia and Emilie agree that this is a light and fun variation to curl up with. As always, more than just the plot is discussed! So, kick back, relax, and enjoy The Unforgettable Mr. Darcy!
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Darcy is lost at sea...or was he? Four years after his supposed death, Darcy returns to London with an inconvenient case of amnesia to find that his wife married a horrible man in his absence. With many twists and turns (including a trial, treasure, and murder!) this tale had us on the edge of our seats wondering, "What NOW?"
Despite (or maybe due to) the crazy premise, this book had us pondering how reframing tragedy can impact us, the role of nature vs. nurture in child rearing, and the importance of sharing burdens with others--even if there is nothing they can do about it.
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Mr. Darcy has amnesia--and he's not sure who to trust! While Elizabeth dodges his questions and seemingly conspires with Colonel Fitzwilliam (and possibly Wickham?!) behind his back, Darcy struggles to reconcile who he is now with the life he thought he wanted.
Alicia and Emilie question whether their enjoyment of an amnesia storyline correlates to *who* has amnesia, debate if it's Darcy or Elizabeth who's acting paranoid, and examine the philosophical question of whether happiness is just the absence of sadness.
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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Monday Sep 18, 2023
Monday Sep 18, 2023
What's a modern girl to do when she's flung backwards in time to Regency England? For Ellie Gardner, she allies herself with the sweet and handsome Fitzwilliam Darcy and plays off any strange behavior as a symptom of a recent head injury. As they grow closer together, Ellie begins to wonder - should she go back to the future, or is Mr. Darcy her future?
A fun and sweet read, The Peculiarity of Mr. Darcy's Mirror gives us a great opportunity to discuss the concept of the soul, when we should be true to ourselves vs when it may be best to hold back, and what it means to be honest. You know--light stuff!
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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Monday Sep 11, 2023
Monday Sep 11, 2023
**Note: This episode is out of order. Due to technical issues, The Peculiarity of Mr. Darcy's Mirror will be released next week.**
What if you had been married for ten years, but couldn't remember anything about your marriage (or how you ended up married in the first place)? This is the situation facing Elizabeth *Darcy* when she wakes up with a head injury and a serious case of amnesia. Pregnant with her fourth child and married to a man she only remembers disliking, Lizzy must reconcile her past with the woman she has become.
Our book club discussion covers the importance of small moments in life, platonic friendships, and mistakes we may or may not be making as parents...
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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.
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📚 Curious what we will be reading next? See a list of upcoming books at prideandprejudicebookclub.com!
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➡️ Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, or check out our blog and more at https://www.prideandprejudicebookclub.com/!