Review: Interesting twist on Jane Austen's plot
Rating: 2 out of 5
Date: 04 30, 2014
As a reader I look for a good plot and, hopefully, a good execution as well. Plot is an interesting twist on the original Pride and Prejudice and catches the attention. Being able to come up with good plots is a must especially for a new author, and Ms. Karber certainly has a good start to her writing in that regard. But I wasn't as pleased with the execution of the writing.The cons to this work include the completely abrupt ending to Part 1. I did miss that notation as well so that is my responsibility. The bottom, though, just dropped out of Part 1 with no warning at all, and that is very irritating. I'm not sure if I will indulge in Part 2 when available or not. Haven't decided.I also agree with the reviewer who suggested the author get an editor/proofreader. That is probably the most important step that any fiction writer can take. I got a giggle when I read about the sole (of a shoe) instead of soul. I was confused when Darcy chucked until I realized that the word should have been chuckled. Was very irritated when I ran across chucked again showing that the editing may have been done by the author. I personally have found that editing one's own writings is a poor savings as our brains tend to read what should be there instead of what is actually there, even inserting missing words. That is why a good, separate editor/proofreader is needed. The expense is more than worth it because an author publishes a well written work that will be received better. This is especially important if English is the author's second language.Many of the sentences were stilted in their wording, some even being incomprehensible. Again, this may have been done because of poor editing.Do I think Ms. Karber has potential? Yes, I do and that is why I have given constructive criticism. I am curious to see what plots she comes up with in the future, and, yes, I probably will purchase Part 2. But please get a good editor/proofreader. For a good plot I'm willing to overlook some mistakes as all of us are imperfect, and I doubt that any book is without error someplace. However, I will not overlook them forever.One last thing, like other reviewers, I don't care for the feeling that a book is manipulated just for the sales. If a book is of a reasonable length, has a great plot and is very well written, I will pay a higher price than normal. I did that for 'Unequal Affections' and have never regretted a penny spent for it. My same rules apply for books with sequels as well.2.5 stars