The Lost Memoirs of Jane Austen by Syrie James

This book was awesome!  I finished it in one sitting, being awake at the crack of dawn and beyond.  If I didn’t know when I started that this was a work of fiction, I would never have guessed while reading.  The inclusion of footnotes was an especially nice touch.

The words on the page so echoed Miss Austen that I had to stop myself from reaching for my copy of Pride and Prejudice as I finished.  The sun was glaring at me through my window, and, yet, I had to stop myself from reaching for that book.

The Lost Memoirs of Jane Austen is a definite master work.  Beautiful in its mimicry of Miss Austen’s style and voice, though, of course, no one can actually match her skill and wit.

If you are a fan of Jane Austen, this is a must read.  An excellent diversion and insight into the possible life and inspiration of one of our favorite authoresses.

Rating:  5 out of 5 stars