Books Like Pride and Prejudice
Looking for books like Pride and Prejudice? A sharp-tongued young woman and a proud, wealthy gentleman slowly realize they've misjudged each other completely.
What tends to stick with readers is its funny, emotional and romantic feel. Still one of the funniest, most quotable romances ever written. Below are 7 books that carry that feeling in different ways, matched on shared mood, themes and reading experience. Pride and Prejudice is a medium, easy-paced read (reading level: easy to follow), so we've noted where each pick is quicker, slower or heavier.
The book you loved
Pride and Prejudice
Jane Austen
7 books you might enjoy

1.
Jane Eyre
Charlotte Bronte
If it was the emotional and romantic side of Pride and Prejudice you loved, Jane Eyre delivers it too. Both carry the #classic and #slow-burn tags. Expect a bigger commitment than Pride and Prejudice.
Long · Slow pace · Moderate
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Beach Read
Emily Henry
Beach Read shares Pride and Prejudice's funny and emotional appeal. It's an easier read than Pride and Prejudice.
Medium · Easy pace · Beginner-friendly
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Red, White & Royal Blue
Casey McQuiston
Like Pride and Prejudice, Red, White & Royal Blue is funny and emotional. It's an easier read than Pride and Prejudice.
Medium · Fast pace · Beginner-friendly
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Love in the Time of Cholera
Gabriel Garcia Marquez
Love in the Time of Cholera shares Pride and Prejudice's emotional and romantic appeal. Both carry the #classic and #slow-burn tags. Expect a bigger commitment than Pride and Prejudice.
Long · Slow pace · Moderate
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The Little Prince
Antoine de Saint-Exupery
If it was the emotional side of Pride and Prejudice you loved, The Little Prince delivers it too. Both carry the #classic tag. It's the quicker read of the two.
Short · Easy pace · Beginner-friendly
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6.
To Kill a Mockingbird
Harper Lee
If it was the emotional side of Pride and Prejudice you loved, To Kill a Mockingbird delivers it too. Both carry the #classic tag.
Medium · Easy pace · Easy to follow
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7.
The Color Purple
Alice Walker
Like Pride and Prejudice, The Color Purple is emotional. Both carry the #classic tag.
Medium · Easy pace · Easy to follow
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How to choose
- Short on time? The Little Prince is a quick read.
- Want it easier? Beach Read is the gentlest read here.
- Want something faster-paced? Try Red, White & Royal Blue.
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