Persuasion is by far my favorite of Austen's novel (I know I get could get kicked out of the club for saying things like that but it is.)  I've read a lot of different versions of P&P continuations and retellings so I was so pleased to find a retelling of Persuasion.  I REALLY enjoyed this book.  I liked the updated characters and situations.  My only grievance would be that both Max and Jane are unlikable once in a while as the characterization goes too far.  However, by the end, you so wanted to be there at the dinner party to see the looks on the family's faces for real.  I liked the way JR and Isabelle were worked into the story and Pris was just as frustrating as in the original.  I did love her cougar tendencies!  Highly recommend this one - it's a fast read and a nice change of pace.