Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen- Sweet Cherry Press Children's Edition Book Review

I love reading various editions of classic books. This edition of Pride and Prejudice by Sweet Cherry Publishing was enjoyable and a great introduction into classic literature and Jane Austen.

I found this edition was very clear on naming characters and describing them for a young reader. On top of that the book is full of illustrations, of both characters and scenes. The pictures are important as this edition describes more personalities, actions, and writing. This allows the illustrations to fill in the descriptions. I love the colourful and fun cover art as well.

I have read Pride and Prejudice several times, so I did try to read this as if I knew nothing and was experiencing it for the first time. I did come across a few critiques I would recommend. One issue I did find throughout the book was sometimes I felt important characters were mentioned once and not again. So sometimes when they are mentioned I feel a little bit more on that character would be nice or to add them into another scene or two where you can. I also found transitions lacked at times. For instance, Mr. Bennett is out looking for Lydia and then all of a sudden, he is at his home receiving letters about the situation. Also, mentioning how much time has passed between some chapters would be super helpful. I find a little more detail throughout the book would not be bad for a young reader and would make it clearer for them.

I think this is a great introduction to Austen for a young reader, and I believe it would get them excited to read the whole book when they are older. I feel there are some things that need to be changed to make it clearer for a reader who is new to the story. Now, if that young reader is reading it with a parent who knows the story and can answer questions, if the kid asks, I think it is fine.

I received an electronic Advanced Reader Copy from Sweet Cherry Publishing through NetGalley. All opinions are 100% my own.