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A Wife for Mr. Darcy
Praise for The Perfect Bride for Mr. Darcy: "Another superior Jane Austen homage...will entertain those who already know their Austen and Georgette Heyer by heart, as well as fans of old-fashioned romance." -Publishers Weekly
A GENTLEMAN should always render an APOLOGY When Mr. Darcy realizes he insulted Miss Elizabeth Bennet at the Meryton Assembly, he feels duty bound to seek her out and apologize...
When he has INSULTED a LADY
But instead of meekly accepting his apology, Elizabeth stands up to him, and Darcy realizes with a shock that she is a very different type of lady than he is used to...
Darcy is more intrigued than he's ever been by any young lady, but he's already entangled in a courtship. It's a brutal predicament for a man of honor who only longs to follow his heart...
A GENTLEMAN should always render an APOLOGY When Mr. Darcy realizes he insulted Miss Elizabeth Bennet at the Meryton Assembly, he feels duty bound to seek her out and apologize...
When he has INSULTED a LADY
But instead of meekly accepting his apology, Elizabeth stands up to him, and Darcy realizes with a shock that she is a very different type of lady than he is used to...
Darcy is more intrigued than he's ever been by any young lady, but he's already entangled in a courtship. It's a brutal predicament for a man of honor who only longs to follow his heart...
374 pages, Paperback
First published July 1, 2011
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Mary Lydon Simonsen
46 books181 followersI am the authors of several Pride & Prejudice and Persuasion re-imaginings. I have also written a modern love story, The Second Date, Love Italian-American Style, and three British mysteries, Three's A Crowd, A Killing in Kensington, A Death in Hampden, Dying to Write, and Murder by Moonlighting.
I am a wife, mother, grandmother, volunteer, reader, writer, serious recycler.
When I read for relaxation, I read mysteries. My greatest love is history. When I am doing the research for a new book, I love digging for historical nuggets.
I am a wife, mother, grandmother, volunteer, reader, writer, serious recycler.
When I read for relaxation, I read mysteries. My greatest love is history. When I am doing the research for a new book, I love digging for historical nuggets.
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December 24, 2013
This is a Pride and Prejudice variation. What if Mr Darcy realised that Elizabeth may have overheard his slighting comment about her at the Meryton Assembly and went to apologise to her? They start off on much better terms, so much so that when Mr Wickham comes to Hertfordshire spreading his tale of woe Lizzy doesn't believe it.
In Pride and Prejudice, once Elizabeth overcomes her dislike of Mr Darcy she falls in love with him pretty quickly and this is what happens here, but there is a fly in the ointment in the fact that prior to coming to Netherfield Mr Darcy had begun a courtship in London of a Miss Letitia Montford and now feels himself bound in honour to her.
Recognising that Darcy's honour is going to lead him to a life of misery Miss Darcy, Colonel Fitzwilliam and his elder brother Lord Antony Fitzwilliam spring into action to try their hand at unravelling the problem through a series of entertaining plots.
Both Fitzwilliam brothers are wonderful characters, lots of fun. However, Lord Antony Fitzwilliam really steals the show. He refers to his estranged wife as the Evil Eleanor, dresses ten years out of fashion so he stands out, is a colossal flirt with married ladies and has some wonderful droll dialogue. There is also a fantastic scene where Georgiana visits Mrs Redford, who is Miss Montford's companion and we see that the scheming isn't all one-sided.
Since much of the book focuses on Darcy's family there is not so much of the Bennets, although we see Jane Bennet show unexpected steel in taming Bingley's niece and nephews (children of another sister who is not mentioned in P&P).
I would have liked to have seen a bit more Lizzy, and a bit more wooing on Mr Darcy's part. Due to his impending courtship he is unable to make overtures towards Elizabeth for some time. She thinks at one point "Why is it that a man of sense and education, who had lived in the world, found it so difficult to speak in declarative sentences that didn't require an interpreter?" and I had a lot of sympathy for her view, although I understood his reasoning. By the time he is free to win his lady she is already won and he doesn't really need to put much effort in, I thought she deserved a bit more.
There is some behaviour that I don't think was in line with norms of the day, such as unmarried ladies sitting on the same side of the carriage as men and receiving letters from men who weren't relations, and there was also some language use that didn't seem quite right for a book set in England in this period such as a house having a foyer instead of a hall etc. However, I thought this was a very entertaining and lighthearted read. I'd certainly recommend this book and I hope that Antony features in other books, I'd love to see more of him!
In Pride and Prejudice, once Elizabeth overcomes her dislike of Mr Darcy she falls in love with him pretty quickly and this is what happens here, but there is a fly in the ointment in the fact that prior to coming to Netherfield Mr Darcy had begun a courtship in London of a Miss Letitia Montford and now feels himself bound in honour to her.
Recognising that Darcy's honour is going to lead him to a life of misery Miss Darcy, Colonel Fitzwilliam and his elder brother Lord Antony Fitzwilliam spring into action to try their hand at unravelling the problem through a series of entertaining plots.
Both Fitzwilliam brothers are wonderful characters, lots of fun. However, Lord Antony Fitzwilliam really steals the show. He refers to his estranged wife as the Evil Eleanor, dresses ten years out of fashion so he stands out, is a colossal flirt with married ladies and has some wonderful droll dialogue. There is also a fantastic scene where Georgiana visits Mrs Redford, who is Miss Montford's companion and we see that the scheming isn't all one-sided.
Since much of the book focuses on Darcy's family there is not so much of the Bennets, although we see Jane Bennet show unexpected steel in taming Bingley's niece and nephews (children of another sister who is not mentioned in P&P).
I would have liked to have seen a bit more Lizzy, and a bit more wooing on Mr Darcy's part. Due to his impending courtship he is unable to make overtures towards Elizabeth for some time. She thinks at one point "Why is it that a man of sense and education, who had lived in the world, found it so difficult to speak in declarative sentences that didn't require an interpreter?" and I had a lot of sympathy for her view, although I understood his reasoning. By the time he is free to win his lady she is already won and he doesn't really need to put much effort in, I thought she deserved a bit more.
There is some behaviour that I don't think was in line with norms of the day, such as unmarried ladies sitting on the same side of the carriage as men and receiving letters from men who weren't relations, and there was also some language use that didn't seem quite right for a book set in England in this period such as a house having a foyer instead of a hall etc. However, I thought this was a very entertaining and lighthearted read. I'd certainly recommend this book and I hope that Antony features in other books, I'd love to see more of him!
May 29, 2018
This story has few surprises and none of the angst that I so love. It was a pleasant read and is long but still it is rather expensive for a Kindle book. I do like this author's books so wanted to read this and posted it as one of the choices for "Someone Else Pick it for Me...for June". However as you can see I finished it before June was here.
Darcy comes to Longbourn the day after the Netherfield Ball and apologizes for his insult. He realizes that others must have heard his remarks to Charles as the Bingley sisters were discussing it. He finds Elizabeth's wit and retorts to be alarmingly attractive. He tries to set this feeling aside as he has a duty to his family, a long line of prominent personages. He has looked over the candidates available among the ton and chosen one who fits his list, Miss Letitia Montford. However, as time passes he finds himself comparing this lady and every other one to Elizabeth. He knows that his attentions have all but engaged him to the lady and her father has political reasons for wanting a connection with Darcy so Montford will not "look the other way" if Darcy doesn't come up to snuff.
Elizabeth knows her family is below Darcy's level in society and even as her feelings stir, tells herself that it can never be and then she also has heard about his courtship with another. As Darcy cannot honorably express his feelings with Letitia expecting his addresses, Elizabeth lets him know that she expects nothing and that there is another who has been courting her.
Darcy's family, his sister, Georgiana, and his cousin, Antony, as well as Richard all can easily see that Elizabeth is the one Darcy wants and is the one who would be perfect for him. So a plan is put into action to twist things and to do so in a manner that it does not embarrass the lady or her father.
Darcy has a few lessons to learn in love. He has never courted a lady, truly courted her...talking of something besides the weather, etc. plus he has never written a love letter. It was sweet to read as he learns how to do just those things.
This was a pleasant read and it did keep my attention.
Darcy comes to Longbourn the day after the Netherfield Ball and apologizes for his insult. He realizes that others must have heard his remarks to Charles as the Bingley sisters were discussing it. He finds Elizabeth's wit and retorts to be alarmingly attractive. He tries to set this feeling aside as he has a duty to his family, a long line of prominent personages. He has looked over the candidates available among the ton and chosen one who fits his list, Miss Letitia Montford. However, as time passes he finds himself comparing this lady and every other one to Elizabeth. He knows that his attentions have all but engaged him to the lady and her father has political reasons for wanting a connection with Darcy so Montford will not "look the other way" if Darcy doesn't come up to snuff.
Elizabeth knows her family is below Darcy's level in society and even as her feelings stir, tells herself that it can never be and then she also has heard about his courtship with another. As Darcy cannot honorably express his feelings with Letitia expecting his addresses, Elizabeth lets him know that she expects nothing and that there is another who has been courting her.
Darcy's family, his sister, Georgiana, and his cousin, Antony, as well as Richard all can easily see that Elizabeth is the one Darcy wants and is the one who would be perfect for him. So a plan is put into action to twist things and to do so in a manner that it does not embarrass the lady or her father.
Darcy has a few lessons to learn in love. He has never courted a lady, truly courted her...talking of something besides the weather, etc. plus he has never written a love letter. It was sweet to read as he learns how to do just those things.
This was a pleasant read and it did keep my attention.
May 8, 2017
Good book with some unexpected twists and turns.
August 7, 2013
I have to say, I was ready to give this book 3 stars for most of its reading, but the last third of it...
Throughout the whole book there were innumerous historical inaccuracies, to be fair the plot was engaging enough to allow me to, if not completely ignore them, tolerate them.
The dialogue, for the most part, was witty and engaging. It was actually the book's strongest point. And had it kept at that for its entirety it would have been a solid 3 stars.
But the last 3rd...The plot was quickly solved in the most anticlimactic way, and with its resolution most of the dialogue went from witty to sappy. The most saccharine, drippy love letters and declarations, and dull descriptions of things that had no point at all, since the plot was pretty much finished. And let me tell you, once the witty dialogue disappeared, all those historical inaccuracies were all I could see.
August 20, 2015
Wife for Mr. Darcy
Enjoyed this variation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice very much. Although Darcy insulted Elizabeth the night of the Meryton Assembly, he came the next day to apologize to Elizabeth. Forgiven, he realizes that in actuality, she was beautiful. Complications arise in London because Darcy had start paying attention to Miss Letitia Montford. Insipid discussions with her when he sees her next begins to make him doubt the choice as well as his desire to marry for money and connections. While at Netherfield, Charles falls in love with Jane immediately after meeting her. When Darcy returns for the Netherfield Ball, he brings Georgiana with him. In this story she is already out in society, but she wants to go to meet Elizabeth. Darcy doesn't realize that he has talked about Elizabeth. His sister realizes that he is in love. All three of his cousins feel that he shouldn't ask Miss Montford to marry him. We find out that she doesn't want to marry him - he's too dour and too big that he scares her. Besides, she is in love with someone else. Georgiana loves Elizabeth and when she mentions that her and the Gardiners will be traveling to Derbyshire, she invites them to Pemberley. Darcy agrees because he knows what is expected of him to insure Georgiana a good marriage. When he visits Miss Montford again she tells him that he should go to Pemberley. Doing just that, he and Fitzwilliam go for hunting on the estate. However, when he sees Elizabeth all hunting is set on the back burner. Georgiana and his cousins, set up many activities to place them alone with one another. Elizabeth fell in love with him long ago, but realizes she was not in his sphere, so tells him someone back home is interested in her. Angry, he lashes out at her. His cousin tells him she is telling him she knows he cannot offer for her, and she has an alternative. The night before the Gardiners and Elizabeth's departure, Lizzy finally reads the letter from Jane from Longbourn. Running to Darcy because he warned her about Wickham, Darcy sends his cousin's man to Brighton to talk with Colonel Forster about Wickham's plan. The next morning, Darcy and Mercer, his man-servant, travel to Brighton to make sure that Wickham's plan failed. Georgiana, while in London, figures out how to get her brother out of offering for Miss Montford. She goes to invite her to a tea which includes Bingley's sisters and Mrs Gardiner. Taking with Miss Montford's companion, she assured her that she'd tell Miss Montford. When told, Sir John Montford visits Darcy telling him to not see his daughter again because he has tradesmen as his friends. Darcy is saved from having to talk with her. The next morning, he and Georgiana travel to Netherfield. At Bingley and Jane's wedding breakfast, he asks Lizzy to marry him. While talking to Mr. Bennet, he is surprised when he tells Darcy he expects to see him tomorrow. (Mr. Bennet has known all along that Darcy loved his Lizzy). Why would someone unconnected to them rescue Lydia from Wickham. Darcy finally convinces Elizabeth to marry him at the end of the week. Elizabeth has her reasons why this cannot be, but Darcy is two steps ahead of her with the special license and rings. Mrs. Bennet is upset until she finds out that in May, they will be invited to Pemberley for the celebration of their wedding and a spring harvest dance on May Day. Married for five months, Elizabeth was already expected the heir to Pemberley.
Enjoyed this variation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice very much. Although Darcy insulted Elizabeth the night of the Meryton Assembly, he came the next day to apologize to Elizabeth. Forgiven, he realizes that in actuality, she was beautiful. Complications arise in London because Darcy had start paying attention to Miss Letitia Montford. Insipid discussions with her when he sees her next begins to make him doubt the choice as well as his desire to marry for money and connections. While at Netherfield, Charles falls in love with Jane immediately after meeting her. When Darcy returns for the Netherfield Ball, he brings Georgiana with him. In this story she is already out in society, but she wants to go to meet Elizabeth. Darcy doesn't realize that he has talked about Elizabeth. His sister realizes that he is in love. All three of his cousins feel that he shouldn't ask Miss Montford to marry him. We find out that she doesn't want to marry him - he's too dour and too big that he scares her. Besides, she is in love with someone else. Georgiana loves Elizabeth and when she mentions that her and the Gardiners will be traveling to Derbyshire, she invites them to Pemberley. Darcy agrees because he knows what is expected of him to insure Georgiana a good marriage. When he visits Miss Montford again she tells him that he should go to Pemberley. Doing just that, he and Fitzwilliam go for hunting on the estate. However, when he sees Elizabeth all hunting is set on the back burner. Georgiana and his cousins, set up many activities to place them alone with one another. Elizabeth fell in love with him long ago, but realizes she was not in his sphere, so tells him someone back home is interested in her. Angry, he lashes out at her. His cousin tells him she is telling him she knows he cannot offer for her, and she has an alternative. The night before the Gardiners and Elizabeth's departure, Lizzy finally reads the letter from Jane from Longbourn. Running to Darcy because he warned her about Wickham, Darcy sends his cousin's man to Brighton to talk with Colonel Forster about Wickham's plan. The next morning, Darcy and Mercer, his man-servant, travel to Brighton to make sure that Wickham's plan failed. Georgiana, while in London, figures out how to get her brother out of offering for Miss Montford. She goes to invite her to a tea which includes Bingley's sisters and Mrs Gardiner. Taking with Miss Montford's companion, she assured her that she'd tell Miss Montford. When told, Sir John Montford visits Darcy telling him to not see his daughter again because he has tradesmen as his friends. Darcy is saved from having to talk with her. The next morning, he and Georgiana travel to Netherfield. At Bingley and Jane's wedding breakfast, he asks Lizzy to marry him. While talking to Mr. Bennet, he is surprised when he tells Darcy he expects to see him tomorrow. (Mr. Bennet has known all along that Darcy loved his Lizzy). Why would someone unconnected to them rescue Lydia from Wickham. Darcy finally convinces Elizabeth to marry him at the end of the week. Elizabeth has her reasons why this cannot be, but Darcy is two steps ahead of her with the special license and rings. Mrs. Bennet is upset until she finds out that in May, they will be invited to Pemberley for the celebration of their wedding and a spring harvest dance on May Day. Married for five months, Elizabeth was already expected the heir to Pemberley.
August 1, 2011
First thoughts after finishing: "Oh my Mr. Darcy...I love you so!!!"
I know that I read a lot of P&P variations and some people often wonder how I can keep reading one right after the other and not get bored. Well, let me tell you something, if the author makes Mr. Darcy come alive,keeps Lizzy vibrant and young, and stays true to Austen's voice then I will keep on reading these little gems. They're a way to continue to re-experience Austen's marvelous characters but with fascinating and often times humorous twists!! I have to say that Mary is a wonderful writer and she just has that magic touch that makes me fall in love with each re-telling she offers to her readers. This book absolutely won me over with the fresh ,creative plot and the flirtatious teasing that Darcy and Lizzy tossed back and forth to each other. Let me read you a small part that of course made me swoon a bit and wish oh so much that Darcy was writing this letter to me.
Recommend? Absolutely! This is one of my favorite P&P variations to date and for anyone that remotely loves Austen and her regency stories would have a great time immersing themselves into Darcy and Lizzy's life for an afternoon!!
Rating: 9.5/10
I know that I read a lot of P&P variations and some people often wonder how I can keep reading one right after the other and not get bored. Well, let me tell you something, if the author makes Mr. Darcy come alive,keeps Lizzy vibrant and young, and stays true to Austen's voice then I will keep on reading these little gems. They're a way to continue to re-experience Austen's marvelous characters but with fascinating and often times humorous twists!! I have to say that Mary is a wonderful writer and she just has that magic touch that makes me fall in love with each re-telling she offers to her readers. This book absolutely won me over with the fresh ,creative plot and the flirtatious teasing that Darcy and Lizzy tossed back and forth to each other. Let me read you a small part that of course made me swoon a bit and wish oh so much that Darcy was writing this letter to me.
Recommend? Absolutely! This is one of my favorite P&P variations to date and for anyone that remotely loves Austen and her regency stories would have a great time immersing themselves into Darcy and Lizzy's life for an afternoon!!
Rating: 9.5/10
April 29, 2014
This is the second book I have read by this author, the first being 'When they fall in Love' and what a delightful read it was. This book is a Pride and Prejudice 'what if'. What if Mr Darcy came to Longborn a few days after the Meryton assembly and apologised to Elizabeth for his comment, that she was not handsome enough to tempt him. What if for the rest of his stay he made more effort with the society in Hertfordshire to repair the damage done.
As a result of Mr Darcy's apology Elizabeth and he get on quite well, so you can imagine how her conversation with Wickham goes, it is so funny. What a difference it makes when someone speaks ill of someone you like.
But alas although Elizabeth and Darcy get along there is a complication, before venturing into Hertfordshire Mr Darcy had already started to show attention to a young lady by the name of Miss Montford, deciding it was high time he took steps in the direction of marriage. While not yet courting her, there where expectations and of course Mr Darcy being the honourable man he is (even if he is in love with Elizabeth) must do what is expected. The author did her research and it was interesting to learn more about the rules that surround courtship and what the established mode of conduct was. There really was a fine line between showing someone even the smallest amount of attention and making a proposal, If I was a man in the Regency era I would be walking around with my head down less anybody think I was interested! Once you made a beginning there was no going back without causing a scandal, even before you started a courtship!
I love Charles Bingley in this story, even before the Netherfield ball he is intent on having Miss Bennet, he will not give way even when his two sisters give their opinion on the matter. Charles is actually happy to see the back of them as they have nothing constructive to say about Jane Bennet. When his sisters leave Netherfield his older sister comes to stay with her children. It was an interesting concept for Charles to have more brothers and sisters as it gave the opportunity for more characters and the opportunity to expand on Jane's lovely qualities. All I will say is Charles's niece Athena, the billiards room and Darcy shoving Elizabeth through a secret door in the wood panelling, Hilarious!!!!
I really liked Georgiana in this book, a confident, lively, sweet young Lady; I liked her very much, very much indeed. The difference in Georgiana in comparison with Austen's portrayal did not stretch the imagination. The author was very clever in that by making subtle changes, she had the licence to bend the characters to her liking. Georgiana was 18 and had already come out thus helping her in some way towards conquering some of her shyness. As a result her relationship with Darcy was wonderful and their playfulness with one another showed them both in the best light. There was nothing not to like about the pair of siblings and Georgiana's determination to see her brother happy could only help in getting him and Elizabeth together.
Another delightful character was Lord Fitzwilliam (Anthony) Colonel Fitzwilliam's brother. Anthony is hilarious and I could not help laughing out loud every time he spoke. The best way I can describe him is an eccentric rake. I truly liked him and even sympathised with his behaviour. He had a mistress and although I would not condone such behaviour, I could understand. I could not imagine not being able to marry for love and the obligation to marry for connections in that era was the established mode among the elite. He could not stand the woman he was married to and as a result was destined for a life of misery, so I could sympathise with his actions in taking a mistress. His brother Colonel Fitzwilliam was quite over shadowed, however the Colonel did play a vital role in being the voice of reason when Darcy needed a confidant. The Colonel and Georgiana become co-conspirators along with Anthony and Anne, in an attempt to bring Elizabeth and Darcy together, how delightful, will they succeed?
I love books that are situated in the Regency era and I know it must be difficult for modern day authors to write in Regency prose. In this respect the author's writing seemed effortless and the dialogue, plot and characters were congruent which made it an easy read. As I said previously with subtle changes the author was able to have free reign with her characters. I feel she tried to stay close to Austen's original characters and although they may have been slightly different they were there in the essentials. When Darcy tries to write Elizabeth a love letter he struggles because it is not the type of thing he would do and when you think of Austen's taciturn Darcy you can well believe it! This Darcy reminded me of the Colin Firth we see after Pemberley. Elizabeth was lovely and witty and it was enjoyable to have her like Darcy throughout the story.
I really enjoyed the scenes when Darcy was in Miss Montford's company because it allowed you to see the difference between his interactions with a lady of the ton and the unique country lass that was Elizabeth, no wonder he was still single at eight and twenty. Lastly Darcy's love for Elizabeth was lovely to see and his struggle with wanting to be more affectionate with her was funny. As a man of the world and a man of honour trying to adapt to Elizabeth's world as a maiden must have been difficult! Elizabeth did allow for a few kisses but she certainly adhered to the dictates of propriety, well done Elizabeth I would expect nothing less and Darcy being the man that he is respected that.
I really enjoyed this book and have the next Mary Lydon Simonsen instalment on my kindle!
Originally posted on My Kids led Me Back to Pride & Prejudice
As a result of Mr Darcy's apology Elizabeth and he get on quite well, so you can imagine how her conversation with Wickham goes, it is so funny. What a difference it makes when someone speaks ill of someone you like.
But alas although Elizabeth and Darcy get along there is a complication, before venturing into Hertfordshire Mr Darcy had already started to show attention to a young lady by the name of Miss Montford, deciding it was high time he took steps in the direction of marriage. While not yet courting her, there where expectations and of course Mr Darcy being the honourable man he is (even if he is in love with Elizabeth) must do what is expected. The author did her research and it was interesting to learn more about the rules that surround courtship and what the established mode of conduct was. There really was a fine line between showing someone even the smallest amount of attention and making a proposal, If I was a man in the Regency era I would be walking around with my head down less anybody think I was interested! Once you made a beginning there was no going back without causing a scandal, even before you started a courtship!
I love Charles Bingley in this story, even before the Netherfield ball he is intent on having Miss Bennet, he will not give way even when his two sisters give their opinion on the matter. Charles is actually happy to see the back of them as they have nothing constructive to say about Jane Bennet. When his sisters leave Netherfield his older sister comes to stay with her children. It was an interesting concept for Charles to have more brothers and sisters as it gave the opportunity for more characters and the opportunity to expand on Jane's lovely qualities. All I will say is Charles's niece Athena, the billiards room and Darcy shoving Elizabeth through a secret door in the wood panelling, Hilarious!!!!
I really liked Georgiana in this book, a confident, lively, sweet young Lady; I liked her very much, very much indeed. The difference in Georgiana in comparison with Austen's portrayal did not stretch the imagination. The author was very clever in that by making subtle changes, she had the licence to bend the characters to her liking. Georgiana was 18 and had already come out thus helping her in some way towards conquering some of her shyness. As a result her relationship with Darcy was wonderful and their playfulness with one another showed them both in the best light. There was nothing not to like about the pair of siblings and Georgiana's determination to see her brother happy could only help in getting him and Elizabeth together.
Another delightful character was Lord Fitzwilliam (Anthony) Colonel Fitzwilliam's brother. Anthony is hilarious and I could not help laughing out loud every time he spoke. The best way I can describe him is an eccentric rake. I truly liked him and even sympathised with his behaviour. He had a mistress and although I would not condone such behaviour, I could understand. I could not imagine not being able to marry for love and the obligation to marry for connections in that era was the established mode among the elite. He could not stand the woman he was married to and as a result was destined for a life of misery, so I could sympathise with his actions in taking a mistress. His brother Colonel Fitzwilliam was quite over shadowed, however the Colonel did play a vital role in being the voice of reason when Darcy needed a confidant. The Colonel and Georgiana become co-conspirators along with Anthony and Anne, in an attempt to bring Elizabeth and Darcy together, how delightful, will they succeed?
I love books that are situated in the Regency era and I know it must be difficult for modern day authors to write in Regency prose. In this respect the author's writing seemed effortless and the dialogue, plot and characters were congruent which made it an easy read. As I said previously with subtle changes the author was able to have free reign with her characters. I feel she tried to stay close to Austen's original characters and although they may have been slightly different they were there in the essentials. When Darcy tries to write Elizabeth a love letter he struggles because it is not the type of thing he would do and when you think of Austen's taciturn Darcy you can well believe it! This Darcy reminded me of the Colin Firth we see after Pemberley. Elizabeth was lovely and witty and it was enjoyable to have her like Darcy throughout the story.
I really enjoyed the scenes when Darcy was in Miss Montford's company because it allowed you to see the difference between his interactions with a lady of the ton and the unique country lass that was Elizabeth, no wonder he was still single at eight and twenty. Lastly Darcy's love for Elizabeth was lovely to see and his struggle with wanting to be more affectionate with her was funny. As a man of the world and a man of honour trying to adapt to Elizabeth's world as a maiden must have been difficult! Elizabeth did allow for a few kisses but she certainly adhered to the dictates of propriety, well done Elizabeth I would expect nothing less and Darcy being the man that he is respected that.
I really enjoyed this book and have the next Mary Lydon Simonsen instalment on my kindle!
Originally posted on My Kids led Me Back to Pride & Prejudice
May 20, 2018
Change one thing and you change it all.
What if Mr. Darcy realizes that Miss Elizabeth Bennet heard his rude comments about her at the assembly? Being a gentleman, he goes to her house the next morning and apologizes. That changes her first impression of him and changes her prejudice against him. That leads to their relationship starting earlier and her believing him when he tells her to be careful regarding Wickham.
Jane Bennet was not a timid Miss and this was demonstrated as she helped Charles with his visiting relatives and their brood of delinquent children. I liked how they and the Bennets garnered the help of burly footmen to help corral the children. Charles also has more backbone and is more decisive with making his own decisions. He offers for Jane more quickly and Darcy does not object to the match and does not interfere as he did in P&P.
Georgiana is delightful and witty, has a romantic heart and realizes that only Elizabeth Bennet can make Fitzwiliam happy and not Miss Letitia Montford. Darcy’s dilemma is how to get out of his courtship with Miss Montford so he can court Elizabeth. His attentions have been too marked and Sir Montford has expectations of a wealthy match for his beloved daughter. Georgiana is joined by her Fitzwilliam cousins, the Colonel and Lord Antony, along with Cousin Anne de Bourgh as they plan and strategize how to bring Elizabeth and Darcy together.
Mr. & Mrs. Bennet are more developed in this treatment. Their dealings with the delinquent children were inspirational. Mrs. Bennet was still flighty, but not as much. Mr. Bennet was a little more engaging with the family, but would still retreat to his library.
Mr. Darcy is able to cut off Wickham’s attempted seduction of Lydia. Mr. Bennet, after being alerted by Darcy, goes to Brighton to see Colonel Foster and brings Lydia home before the scandal can happen. Lydia is slow in believing that Wickham is so bad. When Darcy offers written proof that refutes his claims of ill treatment by Darcy, she finally realizes what she has escaped [possible debtor’s prison]. She is still her mother’s daughter, but not as bad.
All’s well that ends well. It is a delightful what if. I was not offended with the changes in character traits. I’ve always wanted Jane to be more assertive, Charles to have more backbone, Darcy to apologize, Elizabeth to not be so prejudice, Wickham to get his, Lydia to grow up, Mr. Bennet to engage, and Mrs. Bennet to drop the theatrics. I feel this was accomplished.
What if Mr. Darcy realizes that Miss Elizabeth Bennet heard his rude comments about her at the assembly? Being a gentleman, he goes to her house the next morning and apologizes. That changes her first impression of him and changes her prejudice against him. That leads to their relationship starting earlier and her believing him when he tells her to be careful regarding Wickham.
Jane Bennet was not a timid Miss and this was demonstrated as she helped Charles with his visiting relatives and their brood of delinquent children. I liked how they and the Bennets garnered the help of burly footmen to help corral the children. Charles also has more backbone and is more decisive with making his own decisions. He offers for Jane more quickly and Darcy does not object to the match and does not interfere as he did in P&P.
Georgiana is delightful and witty, has a romantic heart and realizes that only Elizabeth Bennet can make Fitzwiliam happy and not Miss Letitia Montford. Darcy’s dilemma is how to get out of his courtship with Miss Montford so he can court Elizabeth. His attentions have been too marked and Sir Montford has expectations of a wealthy match for his beloved daughter. Georgiana is joined by her Fitzwilliam cousins, the Colonel and Lord Antony, along with Cousin Anne de Bourgh as they plan and strategize how to bring Elizabeth and Darcy together.
Mr. & Mrs. Bennet are more developed in this treatment. Their dealings with the delinquent children were inspirational. Mrs. Bennet was still flighty, but not as much. Mr. Bennet was a little more engaging with the family, but would still retreat to his library.
Mr. Darcy is able to cut off Wickham’s attempted seduction of Lydia. Mr. Bennet, after being alerted by Darcy, goes to Brighton to see Colonel Foster and brings Lydia home before the scandal can happen. Lydia is slow in believing that Wickham is so bad. When Darcy offers written proof that refutes his claims of ill treatment by Darcy, she finally realizes what she has escaped [possible debtor’s prison]. She is still her mother’s daughter, but not as bad.
All’s well that ends well. It is a delightful what if. I was not offended with the changes in character traits. I’ve always wanted Jane to be more assertive, Charles to have more backbone, Darcy to apologize, Elizabeth to not be so prejudice, Wickham to get his, Lydia to grow up, Mr. Bennet to engage, and Mrs. Bennet to drop the theatrics. I feel this was accomplished.
August 13, 2014
This started out so promising but fell apart half way through.
Things to like:
The idea that Darcy realizes Elizabeth has overheard his less than complimentary remarks at the Assembly and so goes to Longbourn the following day to apologize. Elizabeth is as impertinent as ever and it's a great start to the book.
The interactions between Darcy and his sister Georgianna, who is portrayed as a much stronger character. And of course, Col. Fitzwilliam is charming and solid as always. I liked both of these supporting characters.
Things to dislike:
I think that about half way through the book, the editor went on vacation and forgot to have someone finish editing.
The modern language was tolerable I suppose (yes, I meant that) up until the moment that Darcy is trying to talk sense into Lydia after she runs away with Wickham. Darcy actually refers to her as a "little sh*t" - I mean seriously?!?! I laughed out loud when I read that but not in a good way.
The ridiculous references to the wedding night in what was supposed to be girl-talk between Lizzy and Jane was tedious at best.
The fact that Darcy calls Elizabeth by her Christian name before there is ANY type of understanding between them, AND SHE DOESN'T MIND! What's up with that?!?!
This book started off so promising but does not end up very high on my list of P&P variations.
Things to like:
The idea that Darcy realizes Elizabeth has overheard his less than complimentary remarks at the Assembly and so goes to Longbourn the following day to apologize. Elizabeth is as impertinent as ever and it's a great start to the book.
The interactions between Darcy and his sister Georgianna, who is portrayed as a much stronger character. And of course, Col. Fitzwilliam is charming and solid as always. I liked both of these supporting characters.
Things to dislike:
I think that about half way through the book, the editor went on vacation and forgot to have someone finish editing.
The modern language was tolerable I suppose (yes, I meant that) up until the moment that Darcy is trying to talk sense into Lydia after she runs away with Wickham. Darcy actually refers to her as a "little sh*t" - I mean seriously?!?! I laughed out loud when I read that but not in a good way.
The ridiculous references to the wedding night in what was supposed to be girl-talk between Lizzy and Jane was tedious at best.
The fact that Darcy calls Elizabeth by her Christian name before there is ANY type of understanding between them, AND SHE DOESN'T MIND! What's up with that?!?!
This book started off so promising but does not end up very high on my list of P&P variations.
July 23, 2016
If you have read The Perfect Bride for Mr. Darcy you can probably skip this book and not feel a loss. I read the two back to back and I definitely do not recommend it.
Here we also have a strong Georgiana and a more active Anne. In this version Georgie invites Lizzy and the Gardiners to come stay with her at Pemberley. Mr. Darcy is a bit more rakish. (there are many references to whether he can wear breeches or trousers) and there is a bit of detail to the wedding night. In this version Darcy stops Lydia's elopement and Mrs. Bennet is much improved. Jane shows that she is more than a smiling moron.
Here we also have a strong Georgiana and a more active Anne. In this version Georgie invites Lizzy and the Gardiners to come stay with her at Pemberley. Mr. Darcy is a bit more rakish. (there are many references to whether he can wear breeches or trousers) and there is a bit of detail to the wedding night. In this version Darcy stops Lydia's elopement and Mrs. Bennet is much improved. Jane shows that she is more than a smiling moron.
August 19, 2013
What if Mr. Darcy had apologized after his unkind statement towards Elizabeth at Meryton Assembly? This is the premise of “A wife for Mr. Darcy”. Of course the answer to this question is simple: there would not have been all the prejudice from Elizabeth, all the resentment, all the struggle between Darcy and his feelings. But if you think without all these things happiness is just around the corner, you are quite mistaken. For there is only one thing more dangerous than both pride and prejudice: a noble woman who is certain of marrying the hero.
When I started reading “what if” stories I was skeptical. I was afraid my entire Austen world would be shattered. Well, I must admit, I was completely wrong. Even if it can be strange to read about weird family connections or different situations that bring our beloved characters to end up together, it is beautiful to see how Austen authors create new stories and use their imagination. Besides the fact they are great writers, they have in common one simple thing: they love Jane Austen and that is their strength. All these novels show this endless love and Mrs. Simonsen stories are perfect examples. She brings readers in the story and they find themselves part of it.
I loved the way the author described Mr. Darcy’s love for Elizabeth and all the things he did to conquer her heart and reassure her of his integrity. I loved Elizabeth and her hopes and fears. And I had a lot of fun reading about a new character, Lord Fitzwilliam, cousin of Darcy. His statements and ideas were very entertaining and rebel for that time but I really enjoyed every dialogue between other characters and him. I appreciated the accuracy used to explain other characters’ nature, like the kindness and willingness of Jane, the carelessness of Lydia and the shamelessness of Mrs. Bennet. All of these traits were very close to the real ones.
The only thing I did not like so much was some details and descriptions about love and intimate scenes that could have been avoided. There are just a few of them but it is very weird to read about those things when I read about Darcy and Elizabeth. After all, they never kissed in Jane Austen’s novel and yet we love them.
I recommend this book to all of you who love Elizabeth and Darcy and would like to read about them all the time.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars.
When I started reading “what if” stories I was skeptical. I was afraid my entire Austen world would be shattered. Well, I must admit, I was completely wrong. Even if it can be strange to read about weird family connections or different situations that bring our beloved characters to end up together, it is beautiful to see how Austen authors create new stories and use their imagination. Besides the fact they are great writers, they have in common one simple thing: they love Jane Austen and that is their strength. All these novels show this endless love and Mrs. Simonsen stories are perfect examples. She brings readers in the story and they find themselves part of it.
I loved the way the author described Mr. Darcy’s love for Elizabeth and all the things he did to conquer her heart and reassure her of his integrity. I loved Elizabeth and her hopes and fears. And I had a lot of fun reading about a new character, Lord Fitzwilliam, cousin of Darcy. His statements and ideas were very entertaining and rebel for that time but I really enjoyed every dialogue between other characters and him. I appreciated the accuracy used to explain other characters’ nature, like the kindness and willingness of Jane, the carelessness of Lydia and the shamelessness of Mrs. Bennet. All of these traits were very close to the real ones.
The only thing I did not like so much was some details and descriptions about love and intimate scenes that could have been avoided. There are just a few of them but it is very weird to read about those things when I read about Darcy and Elizabeth. After all, they never kissed in Jane Austen’s novel and yet we love them.
I recommend this book to all of you who love Elizabeth and Darcy and would like to read about them all the time.
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars.
September 13, 2014
More 3.75
My thoughts:
Yes I am back with another variation and this one is actually one of the best ones I have read. I really fell for this story and perhaps it was because things worked out so well.
This is a bit different in the aspect that Mr Darcy is looking for a bride and has settled on a fine young lady with noble blood. He is courting her now and then, since he is not that taken by her. It is just a duty but a duty that must be fulfilled. Until the day he meets Elizabeth. Here the book begins with him coming over to say that he is sorry for that famous comment who she was not pretty enough. So instead they flirt and become friendly and by doing that many other things do not happen. But the big cloud over their happiness is that he knows he must let her go since he is an honourable man and he will not let down the woman he is courting.
Yes I know! Horrible! Mr Darcy, noooo! He should not court another woman *sobs* but he is also so incredibly nice so he can't let her down when her hopes are up and all of London know they will wed. I have to respect him for that. I could not wait to see what happened and how he got out of this mess. Lizzy did of course find out too and got a bit mad after they met again, as was her right. I shall not tell you how it works out but come on, this is a PP variation so of course Lizzy and Darcy will get married, be happily ever after and get lots of cute babies in that awesome mansion.
The rest then, Bingley and Jane were sweet as always. Lydia has her story and I will not tell you that end. Mr Collins is an idiot as always, Georgiana has a bigger role and is really nice and wants only happiness for her brother. We also meet Colonel Fitzwilliam's brother who is a real scoundrel, but a loving one.
Conclusion:
This is the Pride and Prejudice variation to read. It was sweet and wonderful, just like a nice desert that you just savour. And it will bring a smile to your face.
Rating:
Good
My thoughts:
Yes I am back with another variation and this one is actually one of the best ones I have read. I really fell for this story and perhaps it was because things worked out so well.
This is a bit different in the aspect that Mr Darcy is looking for a bride and has settled on a fine young lady with noble blood. He is courting her now and then, since he is not that taken by her. It is just a duty but a duty that must be fulfilled. Until the day he meets Elizabeth. Here the book begins with him coming over to say that he is sorry for that famous comment who she was not pretty enough. So instead they flirt and become friendly and by doing that many other things do not happen. But the big cloud over their happiness is that he knows he must let her go since he is an honourable man and he will not let down the woman he is courting.
Yes I know! Horrible! Mr Darcy, noooo! He should not court another woman *sobs* but he is also so incredibly nice so he can't let her down when her hopes are up and all of London know they will wed. I have to respect him for that. I could not wait to see what happened and how he got out of this mess. Lizzy did of course find out too and got a bit mad after they met again, as was her right. I shall not tell you how it works out but come on, this is a PP variation so of course Lizzy and Darcy will get married, be happily ever after and get lots of cute babies in that awesome mansion.
The rest then, Bingley and Jane were sweet as always. Lydia has her story and I will not tell you that end. Mr Collins is an idiot as always, Georgiana has a bigger role and is really nice and wants only happiness for her brother. We also meet Colonel Fitzwilliam's brother who is a real scoundrel, but a loving one.
Conclusion:
This is the Pride and Prejudice variation to read. It was sweet and wonderful, just like a nice desert that you just savour. And it will bring a smile to your face.
Rating:
Good
July 10, 2011
There seems to be no limit to the creative imaginings of Mary Lydon Simonsen! This is the fourth novel I have read and enjoyed by Ms. Simonsen and I'm just amazed at how wholly unique and original each of her novels are! In this Pride and Prejudice retelling, Ms. Simonsen steers the Pride and Prejudice gang off course very early in the novel, creating a new and considerably divergent path for these beloved characters to traverse. How does she do this? By making a very remorseful and uncomfortable Mr. Darcy come and apologize to Elizabeth Bennet the day after the Meryton Assembly.
Even though Darcy finds himself delighting in Elizabeth's company and reveling in her fresh and frank conversation, Darcy knows he can not pursue her. One reason is because he feels it is his duty to Pemberley and to his sister, Georgiana to marry a woman from an old aristocratic family that is his social equal. The other reason is because he's already started courting another woman in town! What a predicament! What can Darcy do when the woman he doesn't love is expecting his proposal, and the woman he does love has resigned herself to the fact that he is unavailable?
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Even though Darcy finds himself delighting in Elizabeth's company and reveling in her fresh and frank conversation, Darcy knows he can not pursue her. One reason is because he feels it is his duty to Pemberley and to his sister, Georgiana to marry a woman from an old aristocratic family that is his social equal. The other reason is because he's already started courting another woman in town! What a predicament! What can Darcy do when the woman he doesn't love is expecting his proposal, and the woman he does love has resigned herself to the fact that he is unavailable?
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November 8, 2021
Thoroughly Amusing
Reviewed in Canada on November 17, 2019
Oh I loved this variation! I thought it was going to be all angsty, but was treated to a great story filled with humor and wonderful character portrayals. I laughed out loud multiple times, often by things Darcy said. Who would think it possible? Great read, well written and such fun. Loved it and highly recommend.
Reviewed in Canada on November 17, 2019
Oh I loved this variation! I thought it was going to be all angsty, but was treated to a great story filled with humor and wonderful character portrayals. I laughed out loud multiple times, often by things Darcy said. Who would think it possible? Great read, well written and such fun. Loved it and highly recommend.
April 6, 2015
Enjoyable and light.
May 1, 2020
I liked it ok. It was an interesting idea. Same setting, same characters, but different plot. Is this a thing? So far all the other P&P retellings I've read were in different eras and countries, so this was new to me.
Overall, it was an easy, uneventful read. Nothing I'd rave about, but it was enjoyable for the most part.
Toward the end a few things bugged me. Like Darcy's behavior toward Elizabeth and all the kissing and running around in rooms unchaperoned. Just didn't feel very Darcy to me, that he'd risk her reputation and all that.
And him not wanting to give Elizabeth the courtship she asked for also felt very selfish and not true to the character.
And the sex scene . . . Not sure why it was there. The author didn't want to go full on with the scene so she's very quick and vague and in the end it's unsatisfying. The way it's written, it leaves me feeling like Darcy is not good in bed and didn't really care much about Elizabeth's enjoyment. I get that the author didn't want to turn it into an erotic story, but I think it would have been better to just not have a sex scene at all rather than have this half done one.
The thing that actually bugged me the most was Antony Fitzwilliam running around cheating on his wife for the whole book, describing his wife in nothing but negative terms, and everyone else just smiling and laughing because he's just so fun to be with they don't care. Darcy is the only one who even seems to mind (vaguely) but everyone else, including Jane and Elizabeth (!), just go along musing about how sad it is that poor Antony can't marry his latest mistress.
I'd love to read a follow up book on Lady Fitzwilliam (who we never met in this story) about how she dumps her loser husband and runs off with her kids and the love of *her* life. THAT I would read.
So overall, it wasn't bad, but I wouldn't really recommend it. Maybe 2.5 stars.
Overall, it was an easy, uneventful read. Nothing I'd rave about, but it was enjoyable for the most part.
Toward the end a few things bugged me. Like Darcy's behavior toward Elizabeth and all the kissing and running around in rooms unchaperoned. Just didn't feel very Darcy to me, that he'd risk her reputation and all that.
And him not wanting to give Elizabeth the courtship she asked for also felt very selfish and not true to the character.
And the sex scene . . . Not sure why it was there. The author didn't want to go full on with the scene so she's very quick and vague and in the end it's unsatisfying. The way it's written, it leaves me feeling like Darcy is not good in bed and didn't really care much about Elizabeth's enjoyment. I get that the author didn't want to turn it into an erotic story, but I think it would have been better to just not have a sex scene at all rather than have this half done one.
The thing that actually bugged me the most was Antony Fitzwilliam running around cheating on his wife for the whole book, describing his wife in nothing but negative terms, and everyone else just smiling and laughing because he's just so fun to be with they don't care. Darcy is the only one who even seems to mind (vaguely) but everyone else, including Jane and Elizabeth (!), just go along musing about how sad it is that poor Antony can't marry his latest mistress.
I'd love to read a follow up book on Lady Fitzwilliam (who we never met in this story) about how she dumps her loser husband and runs off with her kids and the love of *her* life. THAT I would read.
So overall, it wasn't bad, but I wouldn't really recommend it. Maybe 2.5 stars.
October 10, 2017
This was a variation of the story of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen. It was entertaining, but definitely fan fiction. Apart from the names, the characters and story had little to do with Jane Austen's classic. The only characters that are similar are the ones that are hardly there like Caroline Bingley. It also had the typical condoning of the lack of male morality. The men have mistresses and affairs and pressure the women to have sex with them, and the women are the sensible ones who wait until they are married and bother to exercise restraint.
It also was a bit problematic, that because Darcy apologizes to Elizabeth the day after the assembly ball where they first meet it eliminates much of the actual tension between them and the reason given why they can't get married feels very contrived and fake.
It also was a bit problematic, that because Darcy apologizes to Elizabeth the day after the assembly ball where they first meet it eliminates much of the actual tension between them and the reason given why they can't get married feels very contrived and fake.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 13, 2018
I liked this book for the premise more than the actual story. having mr. Darcy already involved in a courtship when he starts to fall for Elizabeth sounds like a good premise yes. However in reality the characterization of all of the major players was not what I expected. Bingley, Jane, Elizabeth, Darcy and others were not true to their actual characterization. The only character that was acting herself was Lydia and perhaps mrs. Bennet. for me this greatly took away from the actual story and had me cringing at times because I felt it could have been done better. That is not to say that I didn't enjoy the storyline because I still did. Georgianna, Lord Fitzwilliam, Colonel Fitzwilliam and Anne were still quite enjoyable. I love reading variations Pride and Prejudice so I did still enjoy it.
June 9, 2017
Honestly, I got 20 pages into this book and couldn't bring myself to pick it up again. It's written supposedly in conjunction with Austen's book and her characters, but it's like listening to a toddler tell you about a full length movie. It's slightly engaging to hear, but mostly it's long, odious and lacking depth, which is the COMPLETE opposite of Austen's characters. To try to accompany so rich a world and it's characters with this shoddy piece of fiction was a huge disappointment, in my opinion.
April 28, 2019
This is my second time reading this one so it goes without saying that I'm a fan.
If you think the original Pride and Prejudice is perfect and shouldn't be touched, you should still read this but just imagine that this is an entirely coincidentally same-named set of characters that has a similar overall plot line. Because this is really a different story. It's not an insult to the original and is beautiful in its own right.
Also, Mrs. Bennet is infinitely more bearable in this version as she's hardly present and that got infinite brownie points from me.
If you think the original Pride and Prejudice is perfect and shouldn't be touched, you should still read this but just imagine that this is an entirely coincidentally same-named set of characters that has a similar overall plot line. Because this is really a different story. It's not an insult to the original and is beautiful in its own right.
Also, Mrs. Bennet is infinitely more bearable in this version as she's hardly present and that got infinite brownie points from me.
May 11, 2017
I was all set to give this book 5 stars as I was loving it - and then the author blew it with vulgar references to various parts of Mr. Darcy's anatomy. It was like the last quarter of the book was written by someone else. The first three-quarters were great. Awesome premise of Mr. Darcy feeling obligated to marry someone from his circle, but can't abide the thought after having met Miss Elizabeth Bennett. It was on the path to being a great P&P variation, and then blew it - sorry to say.
August 6, 2018
This was an interesting story, about how the plot of P&P could have developed if Mr. Darcy had apologized to Elizabeth for his poor first impression. I enjoyed the concept, but there were a few details that bugged me. The main one is that multiple times, Elizabeth chooses to wear her hair down to a ball or other engagement. I am fairly certain that wasn't permitted at the time.
Overall, it was a great book, though. I would definitely read this again.
Overall, it was a great book, though. I would definitely read this again.
January 31, 2019
This was a cute book. It starts with Darcy courting someone else, but finds himself attracted to Elizabeth. He comes across as indecisive and a bit wishy washy. In this angst free variation, I thought Darcy's character was much more like Bingley. But thanks to his meddling family, he finally makes a decision.
January 2, 2018
It was cute.
April 18, 2018
The story had promise. But it got predictable and the writing was more telling us what was going on rather than showing us, which got annoying to read.
June 22, 2018
2.5/5 meh
Started off a little better but my interest really petered out. Not really recognizable main characters...
Started off a little better but my interest really petered out. Not really recognizable main characters...
February 22, 2020
Another spin on the classic Pride and Prejudice.
April 8, 2020
Not the best P&P adaptation by any means. Story was ok, but characters didn't have the depth of the original. Too many extraneous side characters added that did nothing for the story.
November 10, 2020
It's definitely not the P&P you know. Far from it. But knowing the characters coming in did make it easier to fall into the story and I found I liked it.
November 17, 2020
I can't wait to read more of this authors books.
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