Sense and Sensibility

The storyline was engaging, the writing was incredible, the experience was pleasantly surprising. As this was my first experience with Jane Austen, I can only hope subsequent selections from her works will inspire even greater admiration for the mastery with which this book was written. I sat in awe, repeatedly, as I the parade of Austen's abilities left me wondering why I've ever bothered placing pen to paper. Despite this, I felt inspired all the while to attain such skill. She truly is worthy of the reputation she has held for so long.