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Wie ich in High Heels durch die Zeit stolperte
So hatte Callie sich die Klassenfahrt nach London nicht vorgestellt: Nach zwei Schritten in ihren nagelneuen High Heels stolpert sie - und landet im 19. Jahrhundert. Zum Glück findet sie Unterschlupf im eleganten Herrenhaus von Harksbury. Doch das Leben in der Vergangenheit steckt voller Tücken. (Drei Worte: Korsett. Knicks. Kringellöckchen.) Und dann wäre da noch der unglaublich arrogante, aber leider auch unglaublich gut aussehende Lord Alex ...
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First published June 11, 2009
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Mandy Hubbard
11 books812 followersMandy Hubbard is the author of PRADA & PREJUDICE and YOU WISH, both novels for teens now in stores. In 2011, her releases include BUT I LOVE HIM (written as Amanda Grace) and RIPPLE. She is also a literary agent for D4EO Literary Agency. For more information, visit her website.
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November 1, 2008
It's MY book, how can I NOT give it 5 stars?
October 29, 2009
As you can see by the title the story is loosely based on the well known classic Pride and Prejudice, and I thought the premise was really interesting. A modern girl plopped into Regency England! I'm going to have a conversation with the author to see if she can help me make that happen, but on to the story of Callie... Note: When you start reading let the book stand on it's own and not compare it with the classic because it isn't meant to be a retelling. It's just uses some of the plot to propel Callie's struggle.
Callie is what you would call a nerd with a klutzy streak. She's off in England not having the time of her life, and takes matters in her own hands. She thinks buying some red Prada pumps is gonna solve things. In a way she was right, but not in the way she thought. Along the way she learns to become who she really is with the help of getting her buttons pushed by a certain Duke. You really do wonder if it wouldn't be so bad to live back then just with all our modern ideas. It had the perfect balance of old school class and modern flair.
Going in I knew I was going to enjoy myself. I love seeing characters in that kind of "deer in the headlights" scenarios. They usually make for hilarious reads and though this was funny I have read funnier. I was worried about how she was going to end the book but I felt it had the right amount of realism but without feeling you were robbed of essential details. Definitely romanctic and geared towards Jane Austen fans. Loved the whole Dorothy Wizard of Oz feel with the shoes.
I did catch some problems with the book though. For example Callie all of sudden knows Victoria's name and then later on she acts like she has to figure out who the name belongs to. I also saw that on page 125 they spelled headach instead of headache. I know the mistakes are really minor but as the reader we do expect things to be almost perfect. An enjoyable read.
Callie is what you would call a nerd with a klutzy streak. She's off in England not having the time of her life, and takes matters in her own hands. She thinks buying some red Prada pumps is gonna solve things. In a way she was right, but not in the way she thought. Along the way she learns to become who she really is with the help of getting her buttons pushed by a certain Duke. You really do wonder if it wouldn't be so bad to live back then just with all our modern ideas. It had the perfect balance of old school class and modern flair.
Going in I knew I was going to enjoy myself. I love seeing characters in that kind of "deer in the headlights" scenarios. They usually make for hilarious reads and though this was funny I have read funnier. I was worried about how she was going to end the book but I felt it had the right amount of realism but without feeling you were robbed of essential details. Definitely romanctic and geared towards Jane Austen fans. Loved the whole Dorothy Wizard of Oz feel with the shoes.
I did catch some problems with the book though. For example Callie all of sudden knows Victoria's name and then later on she acts like she has to figure out who the name belongs to. I also saw that on page 125 they spelled headach instead of headache. I know the mistakes are really minor but as the reader we do expect things to be almost perfect. An enjoyable read.
July 27, 2009
I am a huge fan of Jane Austen and was quite interested to read "Prada and Prejudice" - a YA retelling of my favorite "Pride and Prejudice." The premise a great - a 15-year old American girl miraculously time-travels to 19th century England where after some adventures, mistakes, and misunderstandings she finds love of handsome Duke, Elizabeth-Bennet-style. What's not to like about it, right?
Yet, something is wrong. The book is an utter teenage fluff. The actions of the heroine Callie are silly to no end (the plan to completely ruin Emily's reputation to avoid marriage?), the historical frivolities are annoying (kissing and riding alone with Alex; Emily's "proposal" to the boy she likes, and even calling the Duke by his first name, are completely out of line), finally, the idea that a 19-year old Duke would fall for a 15-year old girl whose only "peculiarity" is a knowledge of how many million times a day a person blinks requires me to suspend my disbelief a bit too much. Lastly, compared to many outstanding YA novel out there, this book doesn't offer anything new - neither creatively, nor emotionally.
Pretty much, this novel was a complete waste of my 3 pool hours. However, if you are looking for a fluffy romance targeting 12-13 year-old girls, this book provides enough entertainment to satisfy your needs. Personally I expected a little more from it.
Yet, something is wrong. The book is an utter teenage fluff. The actions of the heroine Callie are silly to no end (the plan to completely ruin Emily's reputation to avoid marriage?), the historical frivolities are annoying (kissing and riding alone with Alex; Emily's "proposal" to the boy she likes, and even calling the Duke by his first name, are completely out of line), finally, the idea that a 19-year old Duke would fall for a 15-year old girl whose only "peculiarity" is a knowledge of how many million times a day a person blinks requires me to suspend my disbelief a bit too much. Lastly, compared to many outstanding YA novel out there, this book doesn't offer anything new - neither creatively, nor emotionally.
Pretty much, this novel was a complete waste of my 3 pool hours. However, if you are looking for a fluffy romance targeting 12-13 year-old girls, this book provides enough entertainment to satisfy your needs. Personally I expected a little more from it.
November 7, 2008
I ended up finishing this book well into the night after getting so caught up in Callie's temporary world that I couldn't put it down!
Prada & Prejudice is the story of Callie Montgomery, a modern day teenager with a penchant for making a fool of herself. Callie spends the first part of a school trip to London trying to find an in to the "in crowd", but ends up taking a spill that takes her back to 1815 and lands in her the manor of a very hot duke.
At first Callie wants nothing more than to return to her own time and place, but she soon gets caught up in helping Emily, her new friend, and in demystifying the duke. Along the way, Callie discovers that being herself isn't so bad after all - and in fact, it might just be the key to getting what she really wants, both in her new life and her old one.
Now let me say this; I honestly didn't know if this would be "my" kind of book. I tend to write dark fantasy and that's what I tend to read as well, so I wasn't sure if this would be a book I could be engrossed in - but I was soooo wrong! I got totally caught up in the story and identified with Callie right away. I really wanted to see her get what she wanted, and Amanda Hubbard created vivid characters that really came to life.
Prada & Prejudice is the story of Callie Montgomery, a modern day teenager with a penchant for making a fool of herself. Callie spends the first part of a school trip to London trying to find an in to the "in crowd", but ends up taking a spill that takes her back to 1815 and lands in her the manor of a very hot duke.
At first Callie wants nothing more than to return to her own time and place, but she soon gets caught up in helping Emily, her new friend, and in demystifying the duke. Along the way, Callie discovers that being herself isn't so bad after all - and in fact, it might just be the key to getting what she really wants, both in her new life and her old one.
Now let me say this; I honestly didn't know if this would be "my" kind of book. I tend to write dark fantasy and that's what I tend to read as well, so I wasn't sure if this would be a book I could be engrossed in - but I was soooo wrong! I got totally caught up in the story and identified with Callie right away. I really wanted to see her get what she wanted, and Amanda Hubbard created vivid characters that really came to life.
November 10, 2008
Pride and Prejudice meets The Wizard of Oz meets The Princess Diaries in this enchanting story of a young girl's journey back in time.
Callie Montgomery is an adorable, funny, bright, and klutzy character, and you will both cheer and cringe along with her as she struggles to survive in Regency era England. But some things are timeless, like cute boys and good friends, and Callie finds both during her search for a way home. She also discovers something she never had before--her own self worth.
In addition to building a winning character, Mandy Hubbard does an exceptional job of bringing Regency England to life. From the satin gown fabrics and whale bone corsets to the opulent ballrooms and intricate line dances, sensory details permeate this book. But the story never gets bogged down in historical details, because Callie's lively, modern character drives the action.
With delicious romance around every corner, and tantalizing mysteries waiting to be uncovered, Prada & Prejudice will satisfy the sweet tooth of dreamy, young readers everywhere.
Callie Montgomery is an adorable, funny, bright, and klutzy character, and you will both cheer and cringe along with her as she struggles to survive in Regency era England. But some things are timeless, like cute boys and good friends, and Callie finds both during her search for a way home. She also discovers something she never had before--her own self worth.
In addition to building a winning character, Mandy Hubbard does an exceptional job of bringing Regency England to life. From the satin gown fabrics and whale bone corsets to the opulent ballrooms and intricate line dances, sensory details permeate this book. But the story never gets bogged down in historical details, because Callie's lively, modern character drives the action.
With delicious romance around every corner, and tantalizing mysteries waiting to be uncovered, Prada & Prejudice will satisfy the sweet tooth of dreamy, young readers everywhere.
November 13, 2012
Reviewed by Sarah Bean the Green Bean Teen Queen for TeensReadToo.com
Callie is on a class trip to London and she's miserable. When she overhears a group of popular girls talking about how they plan to sneak into a club that night, Callie is determined to join them. But first she needs something to make her cool - Prada heels!
Callie is a huge klutz and one step in those three-inch Prada heels sends her tumbling over - and waking up in 1815!
There Callie gets mistaken for a long-lost friend of Emily. Callie soon gets mixed up in family scandal, engagements, and high society - and she can't seem to keep from butting heads with the arrogant (but very hot) duke Alex.
This book was so much fun - I loved every minute of it! Callie is a fun modern girl and Regency England just isn't sure what to do with her. I loved the author's ideas of how a modern girl would react to the customs and society of 1815. Callie's adventures were creative but felt realistic. I mean really, what would a modern girl do about corsets and the lack of indoor plumbing?
I really enjoyed the interaction between Callie and Alex. Mandy Hubbard gives a perfect nod to Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy and their relationship was loads of fun to read.
The thing I loved the most was that the story jumped right in! I get annoyed when books tell you in the synopsis that something will happen, but it takes pages and pages to even get there. Callie lands herself in 1815 by the second chapter -which means most of the story has a historical setting and the action starts from the beginning. I love that!! (Thank you, Ms. Hubbard!)
This was an enjoyable, delightful read that readers of romance or historical fiction will enjoy. I can't wait to read more from this fabulous new author!
Callie is on a class trip to London and she's miserable. When she overhears a group of popular girls talking about how they plan to sneak into a club that night, Callie is determined to join them. But first she needs something to make her cool - Prada heels!
Callie is a huge klutz and one step in those three-inch Prada heels sends her tumbling over - and waking up in 1815!
There Callie gets mistaken for a long-lost friend of Emily. Callie soon gets mixed up in family scandal, engagements, and high society - and she can't seem to keep from butting heads with the arrogant (but very hot) duke Alex.
This book was so much fun - I loved every minute of it! Callie is a fun modern girl and Regency England just isn't sure what to do with her. I loved the author's ideas of how a modern girl would react to the customs and society of 1815. Callie's adventures were creative but felt realistic. I mean really, what would a modern girl do about corsets and the lack of indoor plumbing?
I really enjoyed the interaction between Callie and Alex. Mandy Hubbard gives a perfect nod to Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy and their relationship was loads of fun to read.
The thing I loved the most was that the story jumped right in! I get annoyed when books tell you in the synopsis that something will happen, but it takes pages and pages to even get there. Callie lands herself in 1815 by the second chapter -which means most of the story has a historical setting and the action starts from the beginning. I love that!! (Thank you, Ms. Hubbard!)
This was an enjoyable, delightful read that readers of romance or historical fiction will enjoy. I can't wait to read more from this fabulous new author!
November 5, 2009
Full Review here: http://booksatmidnight.blogspot.com/2...
Bottom Line: Prada and Prejudice showed a lot of potential: the idea was interesting, the characters were supposedly modern and relateable, etc. However, it ended up being a major disappointment for me because of mainly one thing: Callie. I didn't like her attitude and, for the most part, wasn't able to relate to her. On the other hand, I could definitely see the connections between the originial Pride and Prejudice and this book, and I love allusions like those! This was Mandy Hubbard's first book, so I'm not writing her off my reading list for now, but hope to see improvements in the future!
View from the other side: Maybe my view is uncommon because I've read many reviews that say Prada and Prejudice is a fun, light read. Technically, the plot was at a reasonable pace and there was definitely some romance stirring up. My main issue was Callie, and I think if you're not bothered by her, you might actually enjoy this book. :)
Bottom Line: Prada and Prejudice showed a lot of potential: the idea was interesting, the characters were supposedly modern and relateable, etc. However, it ended up being a major disappointment for me because of mainly one thing: Callie. I didn't like her attitude and, for the most part, wasn't able to relate to her. On the other hand, I could definitely see the connections between the originial Pride and Prejudice and this book, and I love allusions like those! This was Mandy Hubbard's first book, so I'm not writing her off my reading list for now, but hope to see improvements in the future!
View from the other side: Maybe my view is uncommon because I've read many reviews that say Prada and Prejudice is a fun, light read. Technically, the plot was at a reasonable pace and there was definitely some romance stirring up. My main issue was Callie, and I think if you're not bothered by her, you might actually enjoy this book. :)
February 19, 2010
This book just wasn't for me. I could see how it would appeal to some readers, but frankly, I pretty much just chuckled through the whole book. (Not in a good way). Some things about Callie's character were charming, but I felt like ultimately she had zero growth as a character. And, I got the impression that the author did zero research on the time period that the book took place in. Mostly, I'm just happy that the book was short. I'd recommend it for a 10-12 year-old girl that likes romance, but isn't old enough to understand Pride and Prejudice.
I think I should have learned by now that chic-lit just isn't my genre.
I think I should have learned by now that chic-lit just isn't my genre.
June 24, 2009
Prada and Prejudice by Mandy Hubbard is such a good read. I enjoyed it from the very first few pages. The story is entertaining and fast paced, and such a breath of fresh air from the angsty stuff I’ve recently been reading. The main and secondary characters are extremely likeable and their adventures and struggles captivate you from the moment you meet them.
Callie is on a high school trip to London. She’s excited about the possibilities of making friends with the popular crowd, as her once best friend has moved away. Working her way into the ‘in’ crowd is not as easy as she thought, so she formulates a plan to impress the girls by purchasing a pair of Prada heels. Unfortunately her klutziness works against her and she slips, hitting her head and tumbling back in time. Thrown 200 years back, Callie must find the courage, self assuredness and confidence to get her through this misfortune. Ironically, these same qualities can come in handy if and when she finds her way back to the present.
This romantic comedy breaks all the rules of reality, but the story is told so flawlessly that you wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s such an enjoyable read, that you’ll find yourself laughing and cringing at some of Callie’s decisions. The story is fast paced because you can’t wait to figure out how it will unfold and resolve itself. Very good read! I enjoyed it very much!!
Callie is on a high school trip to London. She’s excited about the possibilities of making friends with the popular crowd, as her once best friend has moved away. Working her way into the ‘in’ crowd is not as easy as she thought, so she formulates a plan to impress the girls by purchasing a pair of Prada heels. Unfortunately her klutziness works against her and she slips, hitting her head and tumbling back in time. Thrown 200 years back, Callie must find the courage, self assuredness and confidence to get her through this misfortune. Ironically, these same qualities can come in handy if and when she finds her way back to the present.
This romantic comedy breaks all the rules of reality, but the story is told so flawlessly that you wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s such an enjoyable read, that you’ll find yourself laughing and cringing at some of Callie’s decisions. The story is fast paced because you can’t wait to figure out how it will unfold and resolve itself. Very good read! I enjoyed it very much!!
July 15, 2009
Prada and Prejudice is a fun, breezy read and I enjoyed it. The story moves along quickly and never falters start to finish.
Mandy Hubbard creates interesting characters. The heroine, Callie/Rebecca, is very easy to identify with. Who, as a teenager, felt they didn't fit in?
Her unexpected trip back to 1815 is filled with good intentions, mistakes and well, prejudices that she makes by not having all the information.
There is no Darcy or Elizabeth in this one so it's not a re-telling of the Austen classic.
All the characters are well-developed and act according to the world they live in. Although Callie tries hard to behave with the proper manners, her twenty-first century thinking gets her into trouble more than once but she tries hard to do what's right.
There was a very satisfying conclusion to the story.
I look forward to Mandy Hubbard's next book.
Mandy Hubbard creates interesting characters. The heroine, Callie/Rebecca, is very easy to identify with. Who, as a teenager, felt they didn't fit in?
Her unexpected trip back to 1815 is filled with good intentions, mistakes and well, prejudices that she makes by not having all the information.
There is no Darcy or Elizabeth in this one so it's not a re-telling of the Austen classic.
All the characters are well-developed and act according to the world they live in. Although Callie tries hard to behave with the proper manners, her twenty-first century thinking gets her into trouble more than once but she tries hard to do what's right.
There was a very satisfying conclusion to the story.
I look forward to Mandy Hubbard's next book.
December 9, 2008
I completely adored this book. I wasn't sure how into regency England I was going to be but it turns out I'm a huge fan. It was so cute & clever and I couldn't put it down. The story is about a girl named Callie who is on a school trip to London. She's sorta clumsy and is feeling lonely and wants to get in with this particular group of girls. She thinks buying an expensive pair of Prada shoes might do the trick and when walking out of the store in her new shoes, falls and hits her head, and wakes up in the 1800s. She has to figure out how she's going to get back home and in the meantime, how she's going to survive staying in a castle (impersonating an expected guest) with a super cute Duke, and a great new friend, without getting caught or into any more trouble. Teens will LOVE this book.
February 21, 2016
Eigentlich war ich mir durchgehend sicher, dass es ein 5-Sterne-Buch wird - Tja und dann kam das Ende...
(Wobei viele es als total total toll empfinden werden, da bin ich mir fast zu 100 pro sicher.)
(Wobei viele es als total total toll empfinden werden, da bin ich mir fast zu 100 pro sicher.)
January 28, 2022
I had to do some digging to find a copy of this book....and I know you shouldn't judge a book by its cover...but this one made me highly concerned about the quality of the book. BUT, but...it is YA, so yay! ....but no.
I really wanted to like this book....but such a weird start. American Callie is in London on a field trip with her class-- and she doesn't fit in and can't leave the hotel without a partner. Her partner was assigned (??) and doesn't care for Callie, so she is stuck moping in the hotel....she decides to rebel and sneak out to a club where the popular girls are headed- so she runs out to shop and buys a pair of Prada heels (??). As she is leaving the store, she stumbles, hits her head....and opens her eyes in the 1800s. She finds mansion, knocks on the door and is let in to stay....they assume she is a cousin. She stays, learns the ways of the time....helps her friend escape her engagement to an older man and glares the Duke who is only misunderstood.
This book would have been OK- if the title didn't reference Austen...but it does. The story does not hold up as inspired by her. Just because a character doesn't like another character when first meeting.....and then does after she gets to know them, does not mean that Mr. Darcy and Lizzie Bennet are in the novel. Annoying. The writing was good- but the author doesn't seem to have a hold on the time period....and I am sorry, but one minute she is in one period...then back to the future, etc. No explanation. ....eye rolls a bit heavy at the end.
It is cute. Nothing else. It is cheesy. It is NOT Austen. It is a bit too much for me...this was just surface. Nothing deeper.
Read if you like YA that you don't question. Don't read if you are looking for Ms. Bennet between the pages.
I really wanted to like this book....but such a weird start. American Callie is in London on a field trip with her class-- and she doesn't fit in and can't leave the hotel without a partner. Her partner was assigned (??) and doesn't care for Callie, so she is stuck moping in the hotel....she decides to rebel and sneak out to a club where the popular girls are headed- so she runs out to shop and buys a pair of Prada heels (??). As she is leaving the store, she stumbles, hits her head....and opens her eyes in the 1800s. She finds mansion, knocks on the door and is let in to stay....they assume she is a cousin. She stays, learns the ways of the time....helps her friend escape her engagement to an older man and glares the Duke who is only misunderstood.
This book would have been OK- if the title didn't reference Austen...but it does. The story does not hold up as inspired by her. Just because a character doesn't like another character when first meeting.....and then does after she gets to know them, does not mean that Mr. Darcy and Lizzie Bennet are in the novel. Annoying. The writing was good- but the author doesn't seem to have a hold on the time period....and I am sorry, but one minute she is in one period...then back to the future, etc. No explanation. ....eye rolls a bit heavy at the end.
It is cute. Nothing else. It is cheesy. It is NOT Austen. It is a bit too much for me...this was just surface. Nothing deeper.
Read if you like YA that you don't question. Don't read if you are looking for Ms. Bennet between the pages.
October 4, 2009
What can I say beyond 'oh my god why couldn't this happen to me?' I'll try to however. The title of course eludes to that most famous work, Pride and Prejudice, but unlike a lot of the Austen-esque sequels and re-invents coming out this year it has very little to do with those characters and more to do with the setting, attitudes and way of life.
Callie is a hoot. Once she acclimates to the situation she doesn't sit idly by and let things happen around her like she did in present day. She helps to build Emily's confidence, tramples all over Alex's highhanded treatment of women and attempts to make things perfect. Of course that old saying 'The road to hell is paved in good intentions...' rears its ugly head, but its not easy remembering that in 1815 women were little more then chattel to dress prettily and sell to the highest bidder most of the time (especially in higher echelons of society).
From a historical angle the book works well to explain the nuances of society back then without laboring on about them. Since Callie is impersonating an American to begin with its naturally assumed she knows next to nothing about how to behave in public (or private) anyhow. Some things about society never changes despite the superficial trappings and in many ways I think that, that lesson is the most important to remember.
My favorite part of the book is when Callie and Alex are discussing his lands (about halfway through the book or so). Soon as he mentions fox-hunting Callie is horrified. Even after she explains she knows what is entailed in fox-hunting he still acts like she has no understanding of it. Callie, thankfully, doesn't let him think she's okay with it and verbally smacks him down. Fox hunting indeed (barbaric!).
Its a short read at just over 210 pages, but there aren't any parts that drag or seem dull. Fans of the recent ITV drama 'Lost in Austen' might enjoy this quite a bit actually--in many ways Callie is like Amanda (the main protag of LiA). They both try to set things right from a modern perspective, but ultimately learn its better to work with the system then against it.
Callie is a hoot. Once she acclimates to the situation she doesn't sit idly by and let things happen around her like she did in present day. She helps to build Emily's confidence, tramples all over Alex's highhanded treatment of women and attempts to make things perfect. Of course that old saying 'The road to hell is paved in good intentions...' rears its ugly head, but its not easy remembering that in 1815 women were little more then chattel to dress prettily and sell to the highest bidder most of the time (especially in higher echelons of society).
From a historical angle the book works well to explain the nuances of society back then without laboring on about them. Since Callie is impersonating an American to begin with its naturally assumed she knows next to nothing about how to behave in public (or private) anyhow. Some things about society never changes despite the superficial trappings and in many ways I think that, that lesson is the most important to remember.
My favorite part of the book is when Callie and Alex are discussing his lands (about halfway through the book or so). Soon as he mentions fox-hunting Callie is horrified. Even after she explains she knows what is entailed in fox-hunting he still acts like she has no understanding of it. Callie, thankfully, doesn't let him think she's okay with it and verbally smacks him down. Fox hunting indeed (barbaric!).
Its a short read at just over 210 pages, but there aren't any parts that drag or seem dull. Fans of the recent ITV drama 'Lost in Austen' might enjoy this quite a bit actually--in many ways Callie is like Amanda (the main protag of LiA). They both try to set things right from a modern perspective, but ultimately learn its better to work with the system then against it.
November 12, 2009
Prada and Prejudice is one of those books that uses the famous Pride and Prejudice book to gain attention. It worked, at least I know it did for me. I didn't expect it to be a lot like the Austen writing, which is good because the author is clearly modern just like her character, Callie.
Callie is supposed to be smart and a complete kluts which is why, in a way, she "falls" into 1815. She is funny and Hubbard does a great job in making funny scenarios. It isn't one of the funniest books I've read but it made me chuckle numerous times. The writing is smart and light which I liked. Alex is- of course- misjudged by Callie. This is where the Austen feel comes into play.
I liked virtually every 1800s character; even Victoria who is the poster child of the 1800s rich, snobby, nosy, old lady. Emily is a great friend. I think she is exactly what Callie needed. She is so earnest and happy. I can see why Callie was so intent on breaking off Emily's engagement with the old man. Its depressing to think that of this happy, young, lively girl marrying an old man.
Alex is actually just what I expected and that isn’t bad because what I pictured was an arrogant, stubborn but all around nice guy. I loved all the arguments that Callie and Alex have since I knew who was right and who was going to win. I liked Callie even though in her time she wants to be part of the popular crowd. She eventually sees that it really doesn’t matter. A cliché I know but I think it works in this case.
The characters may have been what I was expecting but the ending was not. I surprised myself when I was actually okay with the ending. I’m not completely happy about it because I’m still wondering what happened to some of the characters but I can live with it.
Callie is supposed to be smart and a complete kluts which is why, in a way, she "falls" into 1815. She is funny and Hubbard does a great job in making funny scenarios. It isn't one of the funniest books I've read but it made me chuckle numerous times. The writing is smart and light which I liked. Alex is- of course- misjudged by Callie. This is where the Austen feel comes into play.
I liked virtually every 1800s character; even Victoria who is the poster child of the 1800s rich, snobby, nosy, old lady. Emily is a great friend. I think she is exactly what Callie needed. She is so earnest and happy. I can see why Callie was so intent on breaking off Emily's engagement with the old man. Its depressing to think that of this happy, young, lively girl marrying an old man.
Alex is actually just what I expected and that isn’t bad because what I pictured was an arrogant, stubborn but all around nice guy. I loved all the arguments that Callie and Alex have since I knew who was right and who was going to win. I liked Callie even though in her time she wants to be part of the popular crowd. She eventually sees that it really doesn’t matter. A cliché I know but I think it works in this case.
The characters may have been what I was expecting but the ending was not. I surprised myself when I was actually okay with the ending. I’m not completely happy about it because I’m still wondering what happened to some of the characters but I can live with it.
June 12, 2009
And the “Feast of Awesome” continues! If I had describe Prada and Prejudice in one word it would be: cute! It was such a cute read! I’d even say that middle grade readers would enjoy this one.
I love the whole regency period and often wish I’d magically land in the era myself, so this novel was right up my alley. Callie was a very 21st century character so having her wake up in the 1800's was rather comical! I would have liked to gotten to know her 21st century character a little bit more, but I couldn’t definitely see a change in her, from the brief time I’d seen her in her “own world.”
The writing flowed nicely and was very charming. P&P was a very quick read for me, due to a combination of it being only 270 pages and from being very entertaining. This is a must read for Jane Austen Junkies!
I love the whole regency period and often wish I’d magically land in the era myself, so this novel was right up my alley. Callie was a very 21st century character so having her wake up in the 1800's was rather comical! I would have liked to gotten to know her 21st century character a little bit more, but I couldn’t definitely see a change in her, from the brief time I’d seen her in her “own world.”
The writing flowed nicely and was very charming. P&P was a very quick read for me, due to a combination of it being only 270 pages and from being very entertaining. This is a must read for Jane Austen Junkies!
January 4, 2010
This book had a lot of potential, but in the end, it felt very flat to me. The fact that she thought buying $400 shoes would a) help her make friends and b) be a justifiable "emergency" was kind of nuts. Once she got to Regency England, she was a brat and really slow on the uptake. She was rude to her hosts multiple times and always seemed to believe that the current ideals were better than the way things were back then. It just felt very obnoxious. Alex didn't quite work for me, either. I never saw any reason why he would like Callie. And the last thing that bothered me is that the book ended very abruptly. I felt like a little more of Callie's story could have been told to sum up the book.
September 19, 2017
This book has absolutely nothing to do with Pride and Prejudice. No characters are the same. Part of the plot may be a bit similar but not really. I enjoyed this work as a young-person fiction. However, the ending is very abrupt. Also, there is no real answer for how she time-travels or what happened to her. For those reasons its just 3 stars for me.
December 15, 2017
Der Originaltitel "Prada & Prejudice" passt wirklich perfekt: süßer Titel - süße story <3
May 10, 2023
3.5 rounded up.
Oh that was fun.
Quick, easy, enjoyable, and funny!
I know this is not a new book but if you enjoy modern day meets Jane Austen-ish then you will surely enjoy this one! It is young adult, but Elizabeth Bennett was just 20 when we met her. So...
The entire book was fabulous until the end. I don’t know what I hoped for, but it was something else. Regardless it was a true ending not a dreaded cliffhanger.
Oh that was fun.
Quick, easy, enjoyable, and funny!
I know this is not a new book but if you enjoy modern day meets Jane Austen-ish then you will surely enjoy this one! It is young adult, but Elizabeth Bennett was just 20 when we met her. So...
The entire book was fabulous until the end. I don’t know what I hoped for, but it was something else. Regardless it was a true ending not a dreaded cliffhanger.
July 18, 2024
Mon confort book; il est mm pas incroyable mais jlaime trop, c la nostalgie en fait qui fait que jlaime autant jpense 🥹
June 2, 2013
This book is just amazing. Simply amazing.
I have this stupid grin on my face - blissfully stupid - and all I can say (in all my repetitive glory) is how amazing this read was.
Calli is a fifteen year old girl, off to England for the summer, alone and friendless - even though the trip is a class trip. She's all pent up on acceptance, plotting on getting accepted in the 'in crowd' through authentic buys...Namely Prada shoes.
I love how this story dives right in. There was no hold up, no senseless blabber. The summary stated one thing, and that one thing happened almost instantaneously. In the haze and confusion of her time travel so to speak - she travels in those dreadful shoes to the nearest house. There she pretends to be someone she isn't ... and she brings the twenty first century attitude back to 1815... which was a fun read.
I love the interaction with Alex and gosh I really think I have a weakness when it comes to jerk who arent all that jerky but still a big ass jerk... lol. Yh...I so made sense!
Alex is a wonderful character and even though he was young - probably 19? and a Duke, he carried himself well, but i love his time with Calli where his youths shines through - where he was able to be himself without the weight of the title.
Le Sigh.
Emily is also amazing - she brought the bubbly feeling and she was a joyful character. Even Victoria was nice... yh...She wasn't all that hateful xD
Reading about Alex and Calli (who posed as Rebecca - Emily's childhood friend) made it hard not to like them. All I can think about is "She's not going to stay in 1815!!)...But I loved them so much...it was just blissful. Their night at the ball, gazing up at the stars... just talking and soaking up their time was so sweet, I couldn't rip the smile off of my face even if i wanted to.
In my disappointed (which is just me basically being greedy), I love how Calli changed when she reached home. All that shit about wanting to fit in, trying to look cool for acceptance didn't amount to anything. She was simply herself when she was in the past, and she realized being herself was what made life worth it I suppose - even if it literally had to take a fall and a bump to the head for her to realize that. So for her lesson to be learnt and her to teach those in the past a few things - i was happy.
AMAZING BOOK...Left me content...
And now I need some rough loving read.
Le chuckles.
I have this stupid grin on my face - blissfully stupid - and all I can say (in all my repetitive glory) is how amazing this read was.
Calli is a fifteen year old girl, off to England for the summer, alone and friendless - even though the trip is a class trip. She's all pent up on acceptance, plotting on getting accepted in the 'in crowd' through authentic buys...Namely Prada shoes.
I love how this story dives right in. There was no hold up, no senseless blabber. The summary stated one thing, and that one thing happened almost instantaneously. In the haze and confusion of her time travel so to speak - she travels in those dreadful shoes to the nearest house. There she pretends to be someone she isn't ... and she brings the twenty first century attitude back to 1815... which was a fun read.
I love the interaction with Alex and gosh I really think I have a weakness when it comes to jerk who arent all that jerky but still a big ass jerk... lol. Yh...I so made sense!
Alex is a wonderful character and even though he was young - probably 19? and a Duke, he carried himself well, but i love his time with Calli where his youths shines through - where he was able to be himself without the weight of the title.
Le Sigh.
Emily is also amazing - she brought the bubbly feeling and she was a joyful character. Even Victoria was nice... yh...She wasn't all that hateful xD
Reading about Alex and Calli (who posed as Rebecca - Emily's childhood friend) made it hard not to like them. All I can think about is "She's not going to stay in 1815!!)...But I loved them so much...it was just blissful. Their night at the ball, gazing up at the stars... just talking and soaking up their time was so sweet, I couldn't rip the smile off of my face even if i wanted to.
In my disappointed (which is just me basically being greedy), I love how Calli changed when she reached home. All that shit about wanting to fit in, trying to look cool for acceptance didn't amount to anything. She was simply herself when she was in the past, and she realized being herself was what made life worth it I suppose - even if it literally had to take a fall and a bump to the head for her to realize that. So for her lesson to be learnt and her to teach those in the past a few things - i was happy.
AMAZING BOOK...Left me content...
And now I need some rough loving read.
Le chuckles.
April 27, 2010
I'd seen this book a few times before but never really thought about giving it a chance. I finally picked it up on a friend's recommendation. I was in search of a cute, chick-lit romance novel. Boy did I find it! It was an adorably sweet novel.
I'll admit the plot was a bit ridiculous. There wasn't much buildup before Callie was transported back in time. One second she's in the twenty-first century, the next she's in a forest during the eighteen hundreds. There didn't seem to be any rhyme or reason for the time travel. Callie just happened to trip while wearing her Prada heels and BAM! She's back in 1815.
If you can get through the absurd and slightly boring beginning, then the story really blossoms into an enjoyable tale. Imagine a Pride and Prejudice type story told from a twenty-first century girl's point of view. It was extremely interesting to see how a modern day girl would handle corsets and the traditions concerning women at the time. Callie was a relatable and funny character that allowed me to vicariously experience the 1800's. Alex, Emily, and the other characters were also fun to read about. I finished the book quickly after I reached the midway point. That's when things really started to get good :)
I was surprised by home much I enjoyed the ending. I wasn't completely satisfied because there were a few loose ends that were never tied up, but overall, it was a fitting ending.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone in search of a lighthearted, girly novel. It was a clean read fit for any teenage girl about self-discovery and romance. I'll probably end up looking into Hubbard's other works in hopes of finding another cute read.
I'll admit the plot was a bit ridiculous. There wasn't much buildup before Callie was transported back in time. One second she's in the twenty-first century, the next she's in a forest during the eighteen hundreds. There didn't seem to be any rhyme or reason for the time travel. Callie just happened to trip while wearing her Prada heels and BAM! She's back in 1815.
If you can get through the absurd and slightly boring beginning, then the story really blossoms into an enjoyable tale. Imagine a Pride and Prejudice type story told from a twenty-first century girl's point of view. It was extremely interesting to see how a modern day girl would handle corsets and the traditions concerning women at the time. Callie was a relatable and funny character that allowed me to vicariously experience the 1800's. Alex, Emily, and the other characters were also fun to read about. I finished the book quickly after I reached the midway point. That's when things really started to get good :)
I was surprised by home much I enjoyed the ending. I wasn't completely satisfied because there were a few loose ends that were never tied up, but overall, it was a fitting ending.
I would definitely recommend this book to anyone in search of a lighthearted, girly novel. It was a clean read fit for any teenage girl about self-discovery and romance. I'll probably end up looking into Hubbard's other works in hopes of finding another cute read.
January 25, 2010
Well, YA lit is very hit or miss, and this YA was not a hit for me. The central plot of Austen's Pride and Prejudice is simplified and the lesson is learned - first appearances can lead us to hasty judgements that time and perspective do not bear out. But how this connects with a 15 yo girl gaining acceptance with the in-crowd is a little less clear.
The characters were inconsistent- acting 13 one minute 28 the next. Do 15 year olds on a school trip to London really get told to do whatever they want for the first 2 days, and then buy things in designer stores? The historical errors were a distraction (a governess {=teacher} for a 3 year old? a servant happily takes an extra day off because a house guest tells her to? breakfast being served in an English Duke's house?). The character's internal dialogue was very believeable, but since it was an insecure 15 yo girl, it was kind of annoying.
The author might do better to adapt JA to her own setting- which according to the jacket is dairy farming and rural Washington state. Or perhaps an Editor suggested adding the inconsistent glamour, in which case, they should back off. Truth is I will read almost anything to do with Jane Austen, but it doesn't mean I will like it.
The characters were inconsistent- acting 13 one minute 28 the next. Do 15 year olds on a school trip to London really get told to do whatever they want for the first 2 days, and then buy things in designer stores? The historical errors were a distraction (a governess {=teacher} for a 3 year old? a servant happily takes an extra day off because a house guest tells her to? breakfast being served in an English Duke's house?). The character's internal dialogue was very believeable, but since it was an insecure 15 yo girl, it was kind of annoying.
The author might do better to adapt JA to her own setting- which according to the jacket is dairy farming and rural Washington state. Or perhaps an Editor suggested adding the inconsistent glamour, in which case, they should back off. Truth is I will read almost anything to do with Jane Austen, but it doesn't mean I will like it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 14, 2009
I loved Mandy Hubbard's modern twist on this old classic. I think Jane Austen would be proud. It was cleaver and cute. I love sarcastic banter between two love interest and there was a lot of that. The writing was smart and interesting.
I was glad it ended the way that it did, because to be honest, I was waiting for the predictable. But, it didn't happen. I keep thinking any minute Rebecca was going to show up and foil the act. I was glad she never made an appearance.
I didn't want the book to end. Mandy, I really hope you have a sequel in mind. Callie is an interesting character. I would like to know what happened between her and Alex. I'm sure they got together...but, I can think of a million adventures they could experience for our reading enjoyment.
After review thoughts: I think it is a really good sign of a good book, when you continue to think about it long after you have read it. I had happy thoughts all day today, after reading this book...I like that. : )
I was glad it ended the way that it did, because to be honest, I was waiting for the predictable. But, it didn't happen. I keep thinking any minute Rebecca was going to show up and foil the act. I was glad she never made an appearance.
I didn't want the book to end. Mandy, I really hope you have a sequel in mind. Callie is an interesting character. I would like to know what happened between her and Alex. I'm sure they got together...but, I can think of a million adventures they could experience for our reading enjoyment.
After review thoughts: I think it is a really good sign of a good book, when you continue to think about it long after you have read it. I had happy thoughts all day today, after reading this book...I like that. : )
December 17, 2014
Desperate to gain acceptance from the popular girls, Callie buys a pair of Prada heels, but after two steps in the shoes, she trips and falls face first into the pavement. She comes to in regency England where she meets Emily and her handsome but moody cousin Alex, who mistake her for a family friend. Callie gets pulled into their family troubles, all while dealing with the biggest trial of all — how she is going to get home.
This is a light, funny young adult romance. It's very clean and sweet, too. While it didn't blow me away, I really enjoyed reading it and would gladly recommend this book to teens of any age that like Jane Austen, romance, and humor.
Content: Some taking of the Lord's name in vain. Clean otherwise.
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This is a light, funny young adult romance. It's very clean and sweet, too. While it didn't blow me away, I really enjoyed reading it and would gladly recommend this book to teens of any age that like Jane Austen, romance, and humor.
Content: Some taking of the Lord's name in vain. Clean otherwise.
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June 26, 2009
Prada & Prejudice is hilarious from start to finish, as twenty-first century Callie (pretending to be "Rebecca") stumbles her way through meals, social settings, and dance moves back in 1815. She inflicts her modern sensibilities on her unsuspecting hosts, creating mayhem and mischief wherever she goes. But it was Callie's internal dialogue that had me giggling out loud the entire time I was reading. I couldn't put this book down, and couldn't imagine how Hubbard was going to resolve everything into a satisfying ending...yet she more than pulled it off!
Overall, this was a fun, adorable, great read. I would definitely recommend it, and can't wait to see what Hubbard comes up with next!!!
Overall, this was a fun, adorable, great read. I would definitely recommend it, and can't wait to see what Hubbard comes up with next!!!
October 18, 2009
My Thoughts: I don't usually like too many books set back in the past. But this one was the exception! It was a light and very cute book! I really liked Callie and I instantly took a likeing to Alex, even though Callie thought he was a jerk at first. I enjoyed the way she didn't feel like she fit in with the other girls at school and felt like she needed prada's to gain her way into their world. I like the cover, its what attracted me this book when I first saw it. Overall, this book is a fun and easy read and I enjoyed every page of it!
Overall: Fast read but very enjoyable.
Cover: Thought the cover was really cute and I especially like the shoes! (Reviewed by Princess Bookie)
Overall: Fast read but very enjoyable.
Cover: Thought the cover was really cute and I especially like the shoes! (Reviewed by Princess Bookie)
June 15, 2012
Before reading it:
This book was alright.
I hesitated to read it.
A bit on the plain and boring side.
The main character, Callie, was bleh.
The guy in it, Alex, was alright.
Alex's cousin Emily was soft hearted, yet still plain.
The drama was exhausting, bland.
My head was hurting, my eyes were sore.
And no, it was not a light read.
After reading it:
This book was alright.
I hesitated to read it.
A bit on the plain and boring side.
The main character, Callie, was bleh.
The guy in it, Alex, was alright.
Alex's cousin Emily was soft hearted, yet still plain.
The drama was exhausting, bland.
My head was hurting, my eyes were sore.
And no, it was not a light read.
After reading it:
August 13, 2016
Possible spoilers! I liked the premise of the story which is why I hunted it down. It was a bit of a slow start and I thought whiny main character as she was obsessing about what she should and should do to get with the in crowd. Thankfully I stuck with it and quite enjoyed the story of her mishaps and adjustment to 1815 England. Although it did feel like some parts could have been down without to leave a bit more room for telling a bit more of the return what happened after it felt abruptly cut off. I did enjoy it though. Nice easy read.
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