tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post8916179285705146460..comments2024-03-29T12:56:11.987+01:00Comments on MY JANE AUSTEN BOOK CLUB: TALKING MR DARCY, JANE AUSTEN & REALITY TV WITH … KAREN DOORNEBOS + SUPER GIVEAWAYMaria Graziahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08876779286144473782noreply@blogger.comBlogger23125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-60132231275518395432011-12-14T23:50:44.741+01:002011-12-14T23:50:44.741+01:00mmhmm... it's hard... I think my perfect hero ...mmhmm... it's hard... I think my perfect hero would be kind, honest, patient... and he would be able to persuade me to dance!!<br /><br />Thanks for the giveaway, the interview and the review.<br /><br />8zeronove4@excite.itCarmenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00683926412028513293noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-9090768028828307242011-12-14T00:10:03.571+01:002011-12-14T00:10:03.571+01:00Two words: Mr. Darcy. He is just the quintessentia...Two words: Mr. Darcy. He is just the quintessential hero.<br /><br />Margay1122ATaolDOTcomMargay Leah Justicehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15490126898758440254noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-24915549652960675992011-12-13T21:01:28.398+01:002011-12-13T21:01:28.398+01:00My perfect 19th century hero would have to be Mr. ...My perfect 19th century hero would have to be Mr. Knightley. He has such wonderful qualities and I just adore him! I love that he loves Emma just the was she is, "faultless in spite of all her faults". I need a hero like that! He is loyal, generous, and kind. What more can you want?!;) Thanks for the giveaway!<br /><br />kellik115@yahoo.comKelli H.https://www.blogger.com/profile/05986249798022663711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-3304440643761821772011-12-12T23:25:11.009+01:002011-12-12T23:25:11.009+01:00What interesting combinations of heroes here! Soun...What interesting combinations of heroes here! Sounds fabulous, everyone! <br /><br />Thanks for commenting!Karen Doornebosnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-6340584249748408142011-12-12T18:44:09.565+01:002011-12-12T18:44:09.565+01:00My perfect 19th century hero would be Captain Went...My perfect 19th century hero would be Captain Wentworth. He is a good-looking gentleman. He is a brave, well-respected Naval officer and an independent man who has made his own fortune. Above all, he knows how to write a love letter.<br /><br />Thanks for the giveaway opportunity!<br /><br />patperezmiguel(at)yahoo(dot)comPatriciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10991602392981336684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-41201197309110035192011-12-12T03:04:27.695+01:002011-12-12T03:04:27.695+01:00A man who does not blindly follow everyone else, w...A man who does not blindly follow everyone else, would help if he is rich and handsome as well!<br /><br />Thanks for the giveaway.<br /><br />mystica123athotmaildotcomMysticahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10941269615559681014noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-16860635039513776232011-12-11T18:29:32.182+01:002011-12-11T18:29:32.182+01:00my perfect 19th century hero would be a man who is...my perfect 19th century hero would be a man who is confident in who he is, love children and not just want an heir, well read, seats a horse well (those riding boots...), romantic, appreciates music, chivalrous...<br />sounds a bit like hearing Darcy discuss a truly accomplished woman :)<br /><br />yarnyenta at yahooHeatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04571596471501684920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-3556075980413463062011-12-11T16:16:25.864+01:002011-12-11T16:16:25.864+01:00Wow, I hope I'm one of the winners. Wish me lu...Wow, I hope I'm one of the winners. Wish me luck too.<br /><br />To answer the question, a hero must be loyal to his family and friends, has good principles and integrity, honest in his dealings with others (not just those that he knows), treat others with respect (even his subordinates) and willing to admit his mistakes if he is in the wrong. In short, Mr Darcy mix with Captain Wentworth would be my ideal hero.<br /><br />evangelineace2020(at)yahoo(dot)comLúthien84https://www.blogger.com/profile/15390711363301378521noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-72981203226340581272011-12-11T15:43:40.803+01:002011-12-11T15:43:40.803+01:00What a terrific interview! I very much enjoyed re...What a terrific interview! I very much enjoyed reading it and am intrigued by Definitely Not Mr. Darcy.<br /><br />My 19th century hero would definitely be someone who has strength with his convictions, loyalty to family and friends, an enjoyment of reading and writing and an unabashed romantic. I will always love Mr. Darcy first and foremost but I also have a special place for Colonel Brandon as well as Mr. Knightly and Captain Wentworth. Sigh.<br /><br />Thank you for the giveaway and opportunity!<br /><br />Lori<br />psychoticbooks(at)yahoo(dot)comLori Johnstonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11916838797379853699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-38701860640198028732011-12-11T12:25:16.561+01:002011-12-11T12:25:16.561+01:00I can see that others have thought the same thing ...I can see that others have thought the same thing as I have, but yes Mr Thornton cos he was self-made and a gentleman, Captain Wentworth who was the same (and who wrote awesome letters) and ok I would like to say Mr Darcy but he is so reserved even though i love him. I will just trow in a little Mr Bingley ;)<br /><br />booksforlife01 gmail dot comBlodeueddhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03435479623560871881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-64155223135805142262011-12-11T12:19:35.740+01:002011-12-11T12:19:35.740+01:00This sounds like the kind of Austen-based fiction ...This sounds like the kind of Austen-based fiction I like to read!! For me the perfect 19th-century hero would be Captain Wentworth or Mr Knightley. The ideal would be a mixture of both of them: the romantic and faithful side of Captain Wentworth and the honest and gentleman-like manners of Mr Knightley. That would make a gorgeous hero, don't you think so? :D<br />Thanks for such a lovely giveaway. I am very happy since it is open internationally.<br /><br />Cinta García (@Austenite78 in Twitter)<br />cintaenglish@gmail.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00432541983682527590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-8810633412130680902011-12-10T19:16:43.876+01:002011-12-10T19:16:43.876+01:00That's a hard question to answer. I think a m...That's a hard question to answer. I think a mixture of Jane Austen's Mr. Darcy, Capt. Wentworth, Mr. Knightley, Mr. Tilney and add in some Mr. Thornton from Elizabeth Gaskell's North and South. (especially if he looks like Richard Armitage)<br /><br />Felicia<br /><br />felicialso @gmail .comFelicianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-71669258079128591002011-12-10T07:20:25.149+01:002011-12-10T07:20:25.149+01:00My hero would wear breeches and have a deep manly ...My hero would wear breeches and have a deep manly voice and travel the world (bringing me with him of course).<br /><br />LindseyAylward@yahoo.comMamaMunkyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09882954920258069443noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-36121623800752231152011-12-10T05:27:24.296+01:002011-12-10T05:27:24.296+01:00I just got back from a 40th birthday party, where,...I just got back from a 40th birthday party, where, the husband, a hero in his own right, organized the entire thing--wonderful with appetizers, open bar, he had rented the entire restaurant and even put framed childhood pictures of his wife on the mantel! <br /><br />@Debra, print is available in bookstores and via Penguin or Amazon.<br /><br />Love hearing about everyone's ideal 19th century hero!Karen Doornebosnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-34224340872068747942011-12-10T04:05:32.470+01:002011-12-10T04:05:32.470+01:00Thank you for the interview and the giveaway oppor...Thank you for the interview and the giveaway opportunity. I have this book on my wish list because the reality show/P&P intrigues me. I really like the description of the heroine. <br /><br />My ideal is one of Jane Austen's heroes too. I've always adored Captain Frederick Wentworth. He has all the stronger qualities of honor and duty since he serves his country during war time, he's loving as evidenced by his letter and regard for Anne, he's sensible as he fell in love/stayed in love with Anne, but he is human with flaws- angry and resentful. I also like his status of not being to high nor too low in society.<br /><br />sophiarose1816@gmail.comSophia Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07909417504496472472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-9341103233235059082011-12-10T02:51:45.024+01:002011-12-10T02:51:45.024+01:00I'm all about Mr. Knightley. Let us not forget...I'm all about Mr. Knightley. Let us not forget that Darcy was quite the snob at one time. I guess I just feel that I would not have passed his checklist and would have needed a Mr. Knightley for acceptance. Nevertheless, I'd love to read about a Not Mr. Darcy. (If it is a print copy. I couldn't find that info.) Thanks!Debra Brownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03256313302199653185noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-7849035224741842082011-12-10T01:47:23.498+01:002011-12-10T01:47:23.498+01:00Hmm...Ideal/favorite 19th century hero...I have a ...Hmm...Ideal/favorite 19th century hero...I have a major weakness for Edward Ferrars, but I also LOVE the smart-assery of Henry Tilney...So how about a blending of those two. And he'd have to be tall, with a winningly-just-slightly-crooked grin. And really wear his breeches, coat and cravat well, hehe...The 19th century equivalent of a QB, I'm thinking :oD hahaha...<br /><br />quarterback.girl[at]gmail[dot]comRebecca (RivkaBelle)https://www.blogger.com/profile/18394998385496336450noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-78952670831869268372011-12-10T01:31:06.739+01:002011-12-10T01:31:06.739+01:00What an intriguing question! My perfect 19th cent...What an intriguing question! My perfect 19th century hero would love to read novels, like to dance, be certain that I am his soul mate, have the ability to laugh at himself, have the means to live comfortably and love animals. <br />Thank you for the giveaway! The book sounds fantastic.<br /><br />daniel423@centurytel.netmarilynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08458417858538216872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-45114758951514602962011-12-10T00:46:14.151+01:002011-12-10T00:46:14.151+01:00Thank you, everyone for commenting! Captain Wentwo...Thank you, everyone for commenting! Captain Wentworth is a fabulous hero, and boy can he write a letter!! I like the Darcy-Wentworth-Butler-Thornton combo. I would just add a dash of Henry Tilney from Northanger Abbey--for his sense of humor. Love a guy who can make us laugh!Karen Doornebosnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-50418366752247261532011-12-09T23:53:57.153+01:002011-12-09T23:53:57.153+01:00When I think about 19th century heroes, in additio...When I think about 19th century heroes, in addition to Mr. Darcy and Captain Wentworth, I also think about Rhett Butler, and Mr. Thornton from Eliz. Gaskell's North and South. The ideal hero is a combination of these gentlemen. Thanks for giveaway. The book sounds great.Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15809165184459649536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-58132645904866562762011-12-09T23:51:24.633+01:002011-12-09T23:51:24.633+01:00I think your book sound interesting and I can'...I think your book sound interesting and I can't wait to read it. I think the perfect hero in my mind would be Mr Darcy. He is strong, loving, honest and takes his responsibilities seriously. He loves his family and friends.<br /><br />RubyChun@yahoo.comRuby Chunnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-38836684350438916112011-12-09T23:43:16.635+01:002011-12-09T23:43:16.635+01:00This looks like a fun read, very intriguing!
Than...This looks like a fun read, very intriguing!<br /><br />Thank you for the giveaway!<br />cherringtonmb(at)sbcglobal(dot)netBeckyChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07858125894873568419noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8954683999390981517.post-59497314222914218112011-12-09T22:54:01.750+01:002011-12-09T22:54:01.750+01:00My undergraduate thesis was entitled, "Jane A...My undergraduate thesis was entitled, "Jane Austen and Social Convention of Marriage". Basically, I analysed each of the major heroes in Austen's novels. The only one I would consider a true 19th-century hero, is Captain Wentworth in "Persuasion". He is kind, takes a sincere interest in Anne's opinion, and he reads (what could be better?). If I had to change one thing about Wentworth in terms of making him a better hero, I'd make him a bit more bold!<br />Cheers fellow Austenites!<br /><br />blr098@hotmail.com~Brandy~https://www.blogger.com/profile/11315120700855490723noreply@blogger.com