The Perks Of Being A Book Addict discussion

“For what do we live, but to make sport for our neighbors, and laugh at them in our turn?” — Pride and Prejudice

You are seated in our cosy Regency drawing room: candles are flickering in the sconces, a nice fire's burning in the grate, and teacups are clinking, as polite chatter is drifting through the air. You are admiring the rich carpet when you notice something strange — a trail of wet drops scattered across the floor, glistening in the candlelight, leading toward a dark, heavy brocade curtain.

❓What do you do?❓

‼️You choose‼️

☕ to ignore it, sip your tea, and discuss the weather, the happy thought of shelves in the closets or the wholesomeness of potatoes with the Mr. Collins of your choice while listening to Mary Bennet performing at the piano.
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You can also use this thread to discuss all topics that are considered "the thing" and will not hurt any Regency sensibilities or make our Noble Patroness, Lady Catherine feel put out, whether it is music, recipes, etc... 😉.

OR ...

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Click on the picture and let him lead you to a hidden door and down a dark, secret passage…


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The Discussion Threads (both Drawing Room & Behind the Black Veil) welcome also those Group Members who don't wish to participate in the Challenge, but have a lot to say about anything related to Jane Austen. 😊

Here are some Warm-up Questions for you to consider for starters.


1. What was your first book by Jane Austen? When/why did you read it?

2. Which novels do you like the most/least?

3. Which Austen character do you identify with?

4. If you could pay a visit to one fictional Austen household, where would you go and why?

5. Which Austen side character deserves their own novel or at least a novella?

6. Which movie / film adaptations have you watched? What are your favourites? The ones you don't like?

7. Have you ever visited any Austen-related places in the UK?

8. Do you have a favourite Austen hero: who is it and why? And if you could choose, who should cast to play him in your movie/series?

This is a charming and disarming idea and I'd like to drop in from time to time. No thanks challenge-wise, at least for now. And thank you to those running this group.

Shirley

Thank you for dropping by Shirley. 😊

We will post a few warm-up questions on 16th Dec to encourage people to participate in the discussions even if they don't do the challenge.

Also... there will be some exciting extras. 😉