Kitty is such a lost soul that she truly doesn't know what to expect. The Gardeniers are doing a great job just letting her find herself. Kitty's interactions or lack of them with others should encourage her to start reading and asking questions. She has discovered that she has no conversation beyond officers. The children like her and that is no small task.
Huh! I very much enjoyed. It was very interesting hearing Kitty’s thoughts. And realizing how very young her heart was. And for the first time, away from her family, watching her come to understand in the last way, who she might be.
One comment - based on P&P variations, mentioning how much Kitty has grown doesn’t work for me if the Gardiners visit at least once a year - not if Kitty is already 17. Just a thought.
Thanks for reading! I see what you’re saying. My intent was to show that, without Lydia around, Kitty starts to come across more like a young lady and less like a silly child. I’ll take another look at the phrasing to make sure that comes through more clearly.
Catherine Bennet alone for the first time in her life. We gain insight into the heart of this young woman on the cusp of womanhood. Without the influence of her sisters she discovers an unformed sense of self. Is she merely a follower?
I enjoy Mr. Bennet’s observations of his daughters. Perhaps Kitty is most like her father after all.
Kitty is such a lost soul that she truly doesn't know what to expect. The Gardeniers are doing a great job just letting her find herself. Kitty's interactions or lack of them with others should encourage her to start reading and asking questions. She has discovered that she has no conversation beyond officers. The children like her and that is no small task.
Huh! I very much enjoyed. It was very interesting hearing Kitty’s thoughts. And realizing how very young her heart was. And for the first time, away from her family, watching her come to understand in the last way, who she might be.
One comment - based on P&P variations, mentioning how much Kitty has grown doesn’t work for me if the Gardiners visit at least once a year - not if Kitty is already 17. Just a thought.
Thanks for reading! I see what you’re saying. My intent was to show that, without Lydia around, Kitty starts to come across more like a young lady and less like a silly child. I’ll take another look at the phrasing to make sure that comes through more clearly.
I appreciated Mr. Bennet's quick departure and subtle encouragement. The way Kitty is finding her way in the Gardiner home is endearing.
I liked this chapter and how Kitty is finding a place in the household.
Correction: handing it back... hand
Catherine Bennet alone for the first time in her life. We gain insight into the heart of this young woman on the cusp of womanhood. Without the influence of her sisters she discovers an unformed sense of self. Is she merely a follower?
I enjoy Mr. Bennet’s observations of his daughters. Perhaps Kitty is most like her father after all.
Poignant.