Jane and Mr. Rochester
“Name a favorite literary couple and tell me why they are a favorite. If you cannot choose just one, that is okay too. Name as many as you like–sometimes narrowing down a list can be extremely difficult and painful. Or maybe that’s just me.”
I’m going to give 4 couples 5 couples (I forgot one of my absolute favorites!), from two three old books and two newer books. I just have to mention all of these!
Anne and Captain Wentworth
Well, of course my absolute favorite is Jane and Mr. Rochester. They have so many obstacles to overcome to be together, so it is oh-so-satisfying when they are both free to be with each other. This is one of my favorite books, if not THE favorite. Although I’ve seen many movie adaptations (including the newest one), my favorite is the one with Ciaran Hinds and Samantha Morton. I’ve probably watched this one at least 5 times.
Edit: I’ve added this one because I cannot believe I forgot them!!! I actually like Persuasion a bit more than Pride and Prejudice. Anne and Captain Wentworth wait so long to be together. And the wait is so worth it. My favorite movie adaptation is with Ciaran Hinds and Amanda Root. I’ve watched it multiple times!
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Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy
Another ‘old book’ mention is, how could you guess, Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Why? They are both so so ‘prideful and prejudiced’ — ha ha — that it is a relief when they finally realize they are meant for each other. Another of my favorite books. My favorite movie adaptation is the one with Jennifer Ehle and Colin Firth. And not just because of Colin Firth! I love the whole cast, and though it’s long, I’ve seen it at least three times. I love it! I didn’t care much for the Knightley version.
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Clare and Henry
The first ‘newer book’ couple is Henry and Clare from The Time Traveler’s Wife. I can’t really tell you why on this one because I don’t want to spoil the book for you if you haven’t read it. Their love story really got to me. I cannot wait for this movie to come out. I am really happy with the casting for it. Eric Bana and Rachel McAdams are two of my favorite actors, and I’m anxious to see how they’re going to perform these roles.
I hesitate a bit to mention this next one because I haven’t actually read the The Notebook, but I’ve seen the movie several times and I LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT. Noah and Allie. Sigh. Just an awesome love story. What I love most about them is their deep love for each other even in old age. If you haven’t seen the movie (is there honestly someone who hasn’t?), you must do it this weekend. Or even tonight! I must read this some day.
There you have it. I know I probably missed some important ones, but those are at least four five of my favorites. Can’t wait to see what everyone else comes up with!
Noah and Allie
