Decks of these cards were the perfect gifts for the several Janeites in my family. The cards are very well made, sturdy, glossy and smooth, and a little smaller than standard poker size. The illustrations are excellent and reflect the time and characters of the novels. The four suites are based on four novels: Sense & Sensibility, Emma, Pride and Prejudice, and Persuasion. The two jokers are a surprise and there are quotes from the appropriate novels on the cards.