Jane Bites Back
Jane Bites Back
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2009
Book Brief
Beta299
Novel • Fiction
New York • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Jane Bites Back by Michael Thomas Ford features a modern-day Jane Austen, who is a vampire. Living as a bookstore owner in a small town, she struggles with her secret identity and the difficulties of getting her unpublished novel recognized, all while dealing with romantic entanglements and undead rivals in a humorous take on literary fame.
Humorous
Fantastical
Playful
Mysterious
Romantic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jane Bites Back by Michael Thomas Ford is a witty, fresh take on vampire lore, featuring Jane Austen as an immortal bookseller. Positive reviews praise its humor, clever premise, and vibrant characters. Some critics note its reliance on literary in-jokes may alienate non-Austen fans, and the plot can be predictable. Overall, it appeals to those who enjoy literary satire with a Gothic twist.
Who Should Read Jane Bites Back?
A reader who enjoys Jane Bites Back by Michael Thomas Ford likely appreciates humorous literary mashups and vampire fiction. They may also enjoy Pride and Prejudice and Zombies by Seth Grahame-Smith and The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova for their unique takes on classic tales and vampire lore.
2,910 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
299
Novel • Fiction
New York • Contemporary
2009
Adult
18+ years
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