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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.

Cover of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

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Pride and Prejudice

Jane Austen

7 books you might enjoy

  1. Cover of Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte

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    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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  2. Cover of Beach Read by Emily Henry

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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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  3. Cover of Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

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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

  4. Cover of Love in the Time of Cholera by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

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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

  5. Cover of The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupery

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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. Cover of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

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    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

  7. Cover of The Color Purple by Alice Walker

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    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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