Finally continuing my goal to read all of Jane Austen this year. I can see why this is not a popular book of Austen's. I did try to like Fanny, but in the end it's very difficult. I understand how she was raised and I appreciate a more introverted hero, but it's hard to like her.
I also realize that cousin marriage was not a big deal back then, but it's still creepy to me. Especially since they did grow up as siblings and he practically mentored her. I don't just read Jane Austen for the romance but having her moon over Edmund until he decides he loves her in the last few pages is just underwhelming. Honestly, she should have married Henry. I didn't like Mary and I don't know if it would have prevented the scandal but I think she should have married Henry.
