Jane of Austin: A Novel of Sweet Tea and Sensibility
by Hillary Manton Lodge
About:
“Know your own happiness. You want nothing but patience - or give it a more fascinating name, call it hope.”―Jane Austen, Sense and Sensibility
Just a few years after their father’s business scandal shatters their lives, Jane and Celia Woodward find themselves forced out of their San Francisco tea shop. The last thing Jane wants is to leave their beloved shop on Valencia Street, but when Celia insists on a move to Austin, Texas, the sisters pack up their kid sister Margot and Jane’s tea plants, determined to start over yet again.
But life in Austin isn’t all sweet tea and breakfast tacos. Their unusual living situation is challenging and unspoken words begin to fester between Jane and Celia. When Jane meets and falls for up-and-coming musician Sean Willis, the chasm grows deeper.
While Sean seems to charm everyone in his path, one person is immune – retired Marine Captain Callum Beckett. Callum never meant to leave the military, but the twin losses of his father and his left leg have returned him to the place he least expected—Texas.
In this modern spin on the Austen classic, Sense and Sensibility, the Woodward sisters must contend with new ingredients in unfamiliar kitchens, a dash of heartbreak, and the fragile hope that maybe home isn't so far away.
Just a few years after their father’s business scandal shatters their lives, Jane and Celia Woodward find themselves forced out of their San Francisco tea shop. The last thing Jane wants is to leave their beloved shop on Valencia Street, but when Celia insists on a move to Austin, Texas, the sisters pack up their kid sister Margot and Jane’s tea plants, determined to start over yet again.
But life in Austin isn’t all sweet tea and breakfast tacos. Their unusual living situation is challenging and unspoken words begin to fester between Jane and Celia. When Jane meets and falls for up-and-coming musician Sean Willis, the chasm grows deeper.
While Sean seems to charm everyone in his path, one person is immune – retired Marine Captain Callum Beckett. Callum never meant to leave the military, but the twin losses of his father and his left leg have returned him to the place he least expected—Texas.
In this modern spin on the Austen classic, Sense and Sensibility, the Woodward sisters must contend with new ingredients in unfamiliar kitchens, a dash of heartbreak, and the fragile hope that maybe home isn't so far away.
My Thoughts:
Any book that is fiction and has the premise of sweet tea and romance, immediately grabs my heart and doesn't let go! I loved the uniqueness of this book and having never read Jane Austen's book Sense and Sensibility, I have nothing to compare it too, so for me, this was a treat! I loved this book. The emotions I experienced as a result of this book was epic. From laugher to tears, to anger, this book had it all. I wanted more and I didn't want to end. The relationship between Jane and her sisters was what a lot of women strive to have. I love the viewpoint and approach each sister carried with them throughout the novel. And the romance.. You're heart will have all the feels and this is definitely one of those books you can't stop reading, especially as the romance picks up.. My stomach has that feeling just thinking about it now! Rest assured, as soon as I finished, I NEEDED to get you my review. You must get this book! The recipes sound too delicious and this will be a summer read that you'll be thinking about for days. The characters alone will get in your head and won't let go until you finish. I was thinking about them when I had to stop to do dishes or other home chores. I give this book 5/5 stars. Thank you to the publisher for providing me a complimentary copy. A favorable review was not required! Grab this book today, you will miss out on one of those most EPIC books this summer if you don't!
About the Author:
Hillary Manton Lodge is the author of six novels, including Jane of Austin,Together at the Table, Reservations for Two, and the INSPY Award-nominated A Table by the Window. When not writing books, blogs, or newsletters, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen and exploring her most recent hometown of Memphis, Tennessee. She shares her home with her husband, Danny, and their Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Shiloh and Sylvie.
2 comments:
This one sounds amazing too. It is going on my reading list to purchase from Amazon.
Anna
Anna have you read any of Jane Austin's books? I loved that this book had tea, three sisters and romance. You will really enjoy it. I can't wait to hear your thoughts and welcome back from your vacation. Where did you go?
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