Sense and Sensibility
... Although it’s believed to be a great novel, Sense and Sensibility is also considered to be the weakest of Austen’s novels in construction and characterization (Bartleby). ... Engel critiqued that in Sense and Sensibility the characters with the least sense seem to get the most airtime while those with the most important news are ignored (Engel, Intro, p. ... Charles Malden stated that the object of the book is not to contrast the sensibility of Marianne with the sense of Elinor, but to show how with the equally warm, affectionate feelings the older sister could control her sensibility (Malden). Although Sense and Sensibility lacks the full maturity of Austen’s later novels, it’s prose style, wit, and characterization reflect her ability to compose with precision and balance (Ebsco Magill).