The Season

The Season

By Sarah MacLean

    

    This amazing book was written for all those who love Jane Austen and the entire period in history she has come to represent. The season is all about the hardships of a Season in 1815. (Season: the time when girls "came out" of the schoolroom and into society to find a suitable husband.) Although for those who are easily bored with a plot, this is not the book for you. 

    The story begins as the Season is opening and our main character, Alex, is coming out. Alex is a headstrong and witty girl with a taste for adventure. This is unfortunate for her because in London at this time, women are to be quiet and there for men to "cultivate into the bloom of their choice," as Alex says. Needless to say Alex is not thrilled about the idea of being "married off." Until she gets to know Blackmoor a little more. 

    A friend of the family, Lord Blackmoor, has just returned for the Season to London, and out of mourning the death of his father. His fathers death was said to be and accident but he thinks otherwise, and so does Alex. As she begins to find out more and more she uncovers clues as to who committed the murder, and wishes to kill Blackmoor as well. With the help of her best friends, Vivi and Ella, she must solve the mystery to save Blackmoor. Also she must keep it all a secret so she is not ruined, and unfit to be married. 

    Overall this book talks a lot about being true to yourself, not letting society change you. Alex is like a precursor to the women's rights movement, as she is often complaining that men give no notice to women's opinions. Loyalty is another big idea in this book. Alex is always loyal even if it means being ruined. Vivi and Ella are also always loyal and looking out for Alex. Over all this was a very well written book. It is perfect for those who wish they could have their own season. I give it a solid A.