Jane Austen Wrecked My Life

Agathe is a dedicated bookseller at Shakespeare and Company in Paris. She lives with her sister and her sister's young son, finding comfort in her close-knit family after the traumatic loss of her parents in a car accident.

While dining in a Chinese restaurant, Agathe sees a man's face reflected at the bottom of her sake cup. This moment inspires her to begin writing the first chapter of a romance novel in English.

Félix, Agathe's best friend and co-worker, secretly sends her manuscript to the prestigious Jane Austen Residency in England. Much to Agathe's surprise and delight, she receives an acceptance letter.

Despite her initial reluctance, Agathe allows Félix to drive her to the Channel ferry as she embarks on her journey to the Residency. They share a heartfelt kiss before she boards the ferry, marking a significant turning point.

Upon arriving in England, Agathe is picked up by Oliver, a distant descendant of Jane Austen. Their journey begins awkwardly when their car breaks down, forcing them to spend the night trapped in the vehicle.

In an unexpected twist, Agathe insults Oliver in French, only to discover that he is fluent in the language. This revelation lays the groundwork for their evolving relationship during her stay at the Residency.

At the Residency, Agathe struggles with writer's block, feeling pressure to produce work while also navigating her growing connection with Oliver. A flirtatious outing to a pub leads to a deeper, yet complicated bond.

Agathe is joined by Félix who comes to accompany her to the Residency's annual ball in period costume. During the event, she dances with both Félix and Oliver, which further complicates her feelings.

After the ball, Agathe spends the night with Félix, but the next morning she realizes that a relationship born from loneliness isn't what she truly wants. She insists on returning to France rather than pursuing a romantic connection.

Oliver drives Agathe to the ferry for her return to France, where they share a poignant goodbye. In their conversation, he encourages her by suggesting she find beauty in her past ruins, hinting at her writer's block.

Back in France, Agathe finally decides to visit her parents' vacation home, a place she had avoided since their deaths. The trip proves to be cathartic and inspires her to finally finish her novel.

After completing her novel, Agathe receives news that her work has been accepted by an English publisher. She feels a sense of accomplishment and sends a copy to Oliver, adding a personal note about her journey.

While hosting a poetry reading, Agathe is shocked to see Oliver in the crowd. The unexpected reunion stirs up feelings, culminating in a moment of intimacy as they step outside together.

As the poetry reading concludes, Agathe and Oliver share their first kiss outside. This marks a significant emotional high point, symbolizing Agathe's growth and acceptance of her past.