Reviews round-up
Jane Austen’s Bookshelf
by Rebecca Romney
2 of 2 critics positive
4 reviews: 2 positives; 2 not stating a verdict in public
What the critics said
Positive
Read the review ↗“brings to light neglected or forgotten but often captivating literature”
Jane Austen’s Bookshelf by Rebecca Romney review – the women behind the woman
Positive
Read the review ↗“Jane Austen’s favorite writers finally get their due”
Review | Jane Austen’s favorite writers finally get their due
Verdict not stated
Read the review ↗“Jane Austen’s forgotten inspirations”
Jane Austen’s forgotten inspirations
Verdict not stated
Read the review ↗“a rare-book collector sets out to “investigate” a group of overlooked female writers”
The Forgotten Writers Who Influenced Jane Austen (Published 2025)
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