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“A delightful novel.”
— People
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“[Lovett’s] story weaves together both past and present, fact and fiction,
in pursuit of a secret that threatens to turn the literary world upside down…This
novel is, at its heart, a love letter to fiction—not just for its writers but
also for its readers.”
— Washington Post
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“A charming story.”
— Christian Science Monitor
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“[A] thrilling romance.”
— Woman’s Day
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“A charming, entertaining story…Lovett’s storytelling and humor keep you
captivated from the first page to the last.”
— Burlington Times News
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“This novel is both beautiful and exciting…A must-read, especially for those
who love books, writing, and reading!”
— Historical Novels Review
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“A book about books…an intriguing story [about] an author whose stories have
not lost their romantic appeal in two hundred years.”
— Suspense Magazine
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“First Impressions is an Austen
appetizer—leaving the reader eager to explore or revisit works that have
touched us for more than two centuries.”
— Mountain Times (North Carolina)
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“Lovett weaves two plots together in this well-designed, ingenious novel…Ardent fans of Jane Austen and lovers of gripping stories will enjoy following Sophie’s pursuit of the truth.”
— Publishers Weekly
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“Part mystery, part love story, First
Impressions is a 100 percent thumping good read and a loving homage to one
of literature’s most beloved authors. Lovett takes readers on a rollicking
adventure that cleverly weaves in the best elements of Austen’s novels, while
also giving life to Austen’s own personal history in a satisfying and
captivating way. It’s a giddy novel that celebrates books and the people who
love them as much as it entertains, making it the perfect read for bookworms
and Janeites alike.”
— BookPage
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“[An] appealing combination of mystery, romance, and bibliophilism…An
absolute must for Austen fans, a pleasure for others.”
— Booklist