The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie Audiobook

Okay, let's talk The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie. You know, that "classic" everyone raves about? I listened to the audiobook, and…well, let's just say I have some *thoughts*.

The Audiobook Experience

First off, the narration can make or break an audiobook. This one was…fine. Not amazing, not terrible. Just fine. Maybe that's part of the problem?

Miss Brodie Herself

Look, Miss Jean Brodie is supposed to be this charismatic, unforgettable teacher. Supposed to be. I just found her…annoying. Is that unpopular? Probably.

All that talk about being "in her prime" felt a little, dare I say, self-absorbed. Maybe "manipulative" is a better word. She definitely had her favourites.

And those "lessons"? Seemed more like pushing her own agenda. History according to Miss Brodie. Not exactly a balanced curriculum, is it?

The Girls

The Brodie set. A gaggle of impressionable young girls. All captivated by this woman. I kept waiting for them to rebel.

Some did, eventually. But it took them way too long. I was internally screaming at them: "Get a grip!"

Poor Sandy. She seemed to be the most perceptive. But even she got caught up in Miss Brodie's web for a while. We've all been there, right? Admiring the "cool" teacher, only to realize later they were kind of a mess.

The Plot Thickens (Slightly)

The whole romance angle was...odd. Miss Brodie meddling in her students' love lives? Major red flags. It's uncomfortable to even think about.

And the betrayal? Predictable, but still a little sad. Especially considering how much the girls looked up to her.

Let’s be honest, everyone was messy. Was it only Miss Brodie's fault? Probably not. But she definitely didn't help the situation.

Unpopular Opinion Time

Here it is: I think The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie is overrated. Gasp! I know, I know. Everyone loves it.

But to me, it felt slow. The characters weren't particularly likeable. And the "message" seemed muddled.

Maybe I just don't get it. Maybe I need to reread (or relisten). But honestly, I'd rather not.

I also think the audiobook format didn't help. Maybe seeing it on stage or screen would be different. More engaging.

Final Thoughts (Maybe A Little Harsh)

Don't get me wrong, I appreciate the historical context. And the exploration of female relationships.

But overall, Miss Jean Brodie just rubbed me the wrong way. And not in a good, complex character kind of way.

More like a "stay far, far away from my children" kind of way. Sorry, not sorry. Now, who's up for a *different* audiobook?

I guess,

Give me a book which won’t bore me!