You know, I never thought about this until you forced me to do so. An interesting question. Their personalities might clash as they are both opinionated, prone to hasty judgments and think their judgment is better than that of others (and also that they know what is best for others). On the other hand, they are both genuinely kind, well-intentioned and loyal to those they love, as well as willing to admit their mistakes and take active steps to correct them. They could become friends once they focus on the good character traits they share. In fact, I hope they would!

I think it depends on when in life they met. Before Elizabeth marries Mr Darcy and Emma discovers Mr Knightly’s love? Not likely. Both too set in their own ideas and value their own opinions too much. After their marriages? Possibly. Their courtships knocked them both down a peg self-esteem wise but made them wiser. I could see it happening after they are in their 30’s.

I think they would end up great friends. Two highly opinionated women would be a force put together.

I’m just here to recommend the book! I already have it and loved it, so don’t enter me into the giveaway. Congratulations on a fabulous read!

They would definitely be friends! They both love to laugh and care for others, however muddled their way of helping sometimes.

By the way, I forgot to say Congratulations on your new release!

Best of luck with your new release. I think I have read all your stories and will “borrow” this one from KU. Merry Christmas to all who celebrate and Happy Holidays to others.

I can see them bring friends but I can also see Elizabeth seeing right through Emma and hopefully helping to curb some of the over-reaching “help” that Emma does.

Great story, Jack, as I have already said 😉
I have obviously own it already, so I am not taking part in the giveaway, but I have to have my share in this conversation…
Emma and Elizabeth are both strong headed and somewhat obstinate, think they know better, are prone to hasty judgement, are favourites with their respective fathers and, despite misunderstandings, married worthy gentleman known for long standing affections. And the similarities end here. Elizabeth is a great reader, always looking for improvement of her mind, enjoys nature and walking, is caring and loving, recognizes responsability. She only grows her qualities upon her marriage under guidance of an intelligent and educated husband and facing the duties and expectations of being Mrs Darcy.
Emma is spoilt before her marriage and still is afterwards and I cannot see a lot of growing up.
Elizabeth might tolerate Emma and with time maybe become indulgent but they will never be great friends.

Hmmm…that’s a tough one! I’m later years, absolutely. In earlier years… assuming they’re the same age, Lizzy would probably see her as harmless and fun, though I do not see her as a replacement for Charlotte. Lizzy easily befriends, but I do not see it as being deep. I see more than a few eye rolls. In later years, secure in their loves, a friendship could deepen with a much more mature Emma

Hmmm, I think Elizabeth will see her meddling ways similarly to how she views her mother’s. Officious and unwanted. Depending on the time they meet will also matter, before their character growth they probably would have butted heads, because Emma is the refined version of Lydia Bennet. Openly flirts with gentlemen, gossips, loves balls, and so on. But will not elope with the rake because her papa is sickly and she must remain with him.
After they meet their respective gentlemen and change I think they would share a great laugh over their past actions. Lizzy can befriend any and all including Emma.

I think Elizabeth and Emma could be friends. It may take a bit of doing and identifying each other’s characters, as well as knowing where to draw the line, but I think it is possible. They may become better friends after both have settled down and are taking care of families and households.