British author Sophie Hannah has confessed that she once gave up on the classic novel Wuthering Heights three times due to its challenging narrative. The 45-year-old writer had struggled with the book as a teenager but eventually fell in love with it, citing Emily Brontë's "brilliant and unflinching" storytelling as a major factor.
Hannah revealed that her initial struggles with the novel were largely due to her preconceived notions about its themes and tone. As she delved deeper into the book, however, she found herself drawn into its complex characters and atmospheric setting. The novel's exploration of love, revenge, and class divisions resonated deeply with Hannah, who has spoken publicly about the struggles of her own family history.
Despite the initial difficulties, Hannah eventually finished Wuthering Heights and went on to write several bestselling novels of her own, including psychological thrillers like "The Monstrous Stranger". Her journey from struggling reader to accomplished author is a testament to the power of perseverance and the enduring appeal of classic literature.
Hannah revealed that her initial struggles with the novel were largely due to her preconceived notions about its themes and tone. As she delved deeper into the book, however, she found herself drawn into its complex characters and atmospheric setting. The novel's exploration of love, revenge, and class divisions resonated deeply with Hannah, who has spoken publicly about the struggles of her own family history.
Despite the initial difficulties, Hannah eventually finished Wuthering Heights and went on to write several bestselling novels of her own, including psychological thrillers like "The Monstrous Stranger". Her journey from struggling reader to accomplished author is a testament to the power of perseverance and the enduring appeal of classic literature.
! I can totally relate to feeling stuck on a book, it's like you're just not getting the vibe yet. But for her, it was those preconceptions that got in the way 
. It's crazy how she had to reframe her thoughts about Wuthering Heights before she could truly connect with it. And I'm all about that emotional resonance 
- when books can tap into our own experiences and struggles, that's where the magic happens! Anyway, kudos to Sophie for sticking with it and ending up becoming a bestselling author 
. She's proof that perseverance pays off, even when we're stuck in a rut.
she gave up on Wuthering Heights like three times tho what was goin on in her head lol did she not like the characters or somethin? 
anyway i felt bad for her cuz it sounds like she had a really tough time gettin into it at first. but then she fell in love with it and now shes a bestselling author lol i need to check out this book now, thanks to Sophie Hannah's story 
. I've read it like, a million times and I still pick up on new things every time. But hey, at least she finally got her act together and fell in love with it 
. Her story is actually kinda inspiring - it shows that even when we think we're gonna give up, we can come back for more 
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It just seems like a classic novel that you gotta tackle at some point if you're into that sorta thing. And it's cool that she finally got hooked after all that struggle, but I'm still not sure why anyone would put themselves through that initial hurdle 
. I guess for people who've already read the book, it's probably one of those "it grew on me" kind of deals 
anyway, i think it's awesome that Sophie Hannah finally connected with the book and ended up writing her own bestselling novels. gotta respect her perseverance 
. Can you imagine tackling that book for the first time at 18? 
Like, it's already a challenge just knowing what to expect from a classic novel. What do you guys think makes or breaks your willingness to tackle a tough read?
. I think that's what makes classic novels like this one so special - they have a way of growing on you and revealing new layers as you keep reading. And it's awesome how Hannah was able to find her own connection to the themes and characters in the book, even if she didn't at first 
you know i was reading wuthering heights for the first time last year and it totally blew my mind lol it was so hard to get into at first but once i finally did, i couldn't put it down 
i've been trying to read more classics and wuthering heights is def one of them now 
i mean im all for perseverance but why even start if u can't handle the narrative?? Sophie Hannah sounds like a great writer tho, glad she stuck it out in the end. its crazy how much her own family history relates to the themes of the book... maybe that's why some books just stick with u 
. Anyway, Sophie Hannah's story is so inspiring! She's proof that even when we struggle with a book, it can still have a lasting impact on us 
. Anyway, kudos to Hannah for persevering and all that jazz 
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But honestly, it's amazing how something can just click and become one of your all-time faves. I think that's what makes Wuthering Heights so iconic - it's like Emily Brontë tapped into this deep well of emotions and you're just along for the ride 
. And can we talk about how relatable those themes are? Like, I know my family history isn't exactly drama-filled but still... 
the characters, the setting, the drama... everything just clicked for me. and now i'm like, obsessed with classic lit 
anyway, kudos to her for persevering and becoming an amazing author 
I've read it a few times and while it can be tough to get through at first, there's just something about it that really draws you in once you get past the rough start 
Sophie Hannah sounds like a really cool author btw, her story is super inspiring! 
anyway, back to Hannah - it's awesome that she persevered with Wuthering Heights and became a bestselling author. I need to update my reading list ASAP