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Abruptness of Louisa's fall Written by Cathy Allen (10/16/2008 4:18 p.m.)

I was struck by how abruptly JA inserts such a dramatic moment as Louisa's fall into the text. Chapter 12 is so pleasant at this point, with everyone walking along on the Cobb, enjoying the day, when suddenly EVERYTHING changes! She did this in P&P, too, with Darcy showing up so abruptly at Pemberley.

I blush to disclose that these are the only 2 of her novels that I have read. (I own the rest, and am just savoring them one at at time, I hasten to add!) Does this abruptness happen in her other books?

I love how everyone turns to Anne for guidance. In spite of her being of little or no value to her family, and frequently overlooked in the hustle and bustle of Uppercross, they all know she will see what needs to be done, and do it. YAY for Anne!

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Abruptness of Louisa's fall Cathy Allen (10/16/2008 4:18 p.m.)

Hmmm. Was it that abrupt? JanELT (10/16/2008 10:15 p.m.)
- I've never understood this scene Martina (10/17/2008 1:54 a.m.)
  - CW and CB being paralysed MarianneR (10/17/2008 3:30 a.m.)
    - Paradigm Shift Tessa (10/17/2008 10:46 p.m.)
      - Anne´s sensible behaviour   MarianneR (10/18/2008 3:05 a.m.)
        
        Perhaps CW sensed that :-)   JanELT (10/18/2008 11:26 p.m.)
        
        Not his job to deal with casualities!!   Rae (10/19/2008 3:04 a.m.)
        
        Absolutely.   Rachel G (10/19/2008 8:25 a.m.)
        
        Louisa? Thanks. I see now the job of a Capt onboard a ship. NFM   JanELT (10/19/2008 4:46 p.m.)
        
        Aarrgh! Yes, Louisa!   Rachel G (10/19/2008 5:52 p.m.)
        
        Just call them all Sophy ;-) nfm,   Rae (10/19/2008 5:55 p.m.)
        
        Interesting thought. Thank you! *nfm*   MarianneR (10/19/2008 8:05 a.m.)
- Well, one look at the steps Nancy Ann (10/16/2008 10:42 p.m.)
  - The Cobb Cheryl (10/16/2008 10:47 p.m.)
    - Decidedly dangerous ! Mandy N (10/17/2008 3:37 p.m.)
    - Thanks Cheryl, this is a great photo! nfm (;D) Robbin (10/17/2008 11:08 a.m.)
    - Great image with all... Moni (10/17/2008 10:58 a.m.)
    - Here's some more views..... JulieW (10/17/2008 9:33 a.m.)
      - Lovely info and pictures! Thanks! (;D) nfm Robbin (10/17/2008 11:06 a.m.)
      - It's bewitchingly beautiful, isn't it?... Moni (10/17/2008 10:44 a.m.)
    - If I had been in that photo I'd have been in the lowest step! nfm Graciela (10/16/2008 10:53 p.m.)
    - Oh wow!! Love it!! Nancy Ann (10/16/2008 10:53 p.m.)
      - Granny's Teeth ;D (NFM) JodieR (10/17/2008 1:11 a.m.)
      - I agree. It looks treacherous! What was Louisa thinking! NFM JanELT (10/17/2008 12:27 a.m.)
To show the consequences of behavior LouAnn (10/16/2008 9:36 p.m.)
- I think it also reflects real life. Melissa K. (10/16/2008 9:40 p.m.)
  - Oh they do! For sure! Nancy Ann (10/18/2008 12:02 a.m.)
  - Very good points! Cathy Allen (10/17/2008 11:58 a.m.)
    - Interesting and a memento for Wentworth Ann2 (10/17/2008 6:55 p.m.)
There are some accidents Susan Elizabeth (10/16/2008 4:30 p.m.)
- Austenuations Cheryl (10/16/2008 4:58 p.m.)
  - Done! (nfm) Cathy Allen (10/16/2008 5:47 p.m.)

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