Sense and Sensibility

A moving exploration of love, loss, and sisterhood, Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen tells the story of the Dashwood sisters—Elinor (Type 1), practical and composed, and Marianne (Type 4), passionate and impulsive—as they navigate heartbreak, societal expectations, and the search for lasting happiness in 19th-century England.

After the death of their father, the sisters are left with little fortune and must rely on their wit, character, and resilience to find their place in a world that offers few options to women without wealth. Elinor’s steady strength and Marianne’s emotional openness create a poignant contrast as they each confront the challenges of love—with suitors like the kind Edward Ferrars (Type 9), the dashing John Willoughby (Type 7), and the honorable Colonel Brandon (Type 5 with a strong 4 wing).

With her signature wit and keen insight, Austen crafts a timeless tale about the balance between reason and emotion, and the courage it takes to follow the heart while remaining true to oneself.