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The Journey
Danger
Shortly after the Netherfield ball, Elizabeth Bennet begins a journey to visit her relations in London with her travelling companions, Mr. Bingley's sisters and the proud, arrogant Mr. Darcy. Suddenly, their carriage is abruptly stopped, and Elizabeth hears the menacing cry, "Stand and deliver!"
Abduction
The leader of a band of highwaymen, Nate Morgan, a handsome, masked rogue, plans to seize Elizabeth for his amusement, but Darcy steps forward and offers himself as a hostage in her place. When his proposal fails to secure Elizabeth's release, Darcy makes a shocking declaration-Elizabeth is his wife!
Romance
At a time when a woman's future could be ruined by the slightest hint of scandal, Elizabeth's reputation will depend not only upon the actions of a hero but a villain as well. Filled with danger, excitement, daring and passion, The Journey follows Jane Austen's beloved characters from Pride and Prejudice as they embark on a fateful journey that changes their lives forever.
Shortly after the Netherfield ball, Elizabeth Bennet begins a journey to visit her relations in London with her travelling companions, Mr. Bingley's sisters and the proud, arrogant Mr. Darcy. Suddenly, their carriage is abruptly stopped, and Elizabeth hears the menacing cry, "Stand and deliver!"
Abduction
The leader of a band of highwaymen, Nate Morgan, a handsome, masked rogue, plans to seize Elizabeth for his amusement, but Darcy steps forward and offers himself as a hostage in her place. When his proposal fails to secure Elizabeth's release, Darcy makes a shocking declaration-Elizabeth is his wife!
Romance
At a time when a woman's future could be ruined by the slightest hint of scandal, Elizabeth's reputation will depend not only upon the actions of a hero but a villain as well. Filled with danger, excitement, daring and passion, The Journey follows Jane Austen's beloved characters from Pride and Prejudice as they embark on a fateful journey that changes their lives forever.
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First published November 17, 2011
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September 30, 2022
Having reread this book now in paperback I have copied and pasted my review from the Kindle edition. I loved this story all over again and had renewed tears as well. I won this book as part of the grand prize in a raffle from The Darcy Monologues tour.
I have to admit that this story had me sobbing with angst in several places. What a wonderful story. Of course, Darcy and Elizabeth had to have their share of misunderstandings. And, as so many have said, Bingley's and Jane's engagement dinner is not to be missed. That and the scene just preceding it are ones that will be read over and over again separate from reading the entire story repeatedly. I read this in one day; could not put it down.
Others have set down the storyline very adequately: Darcy, Miss Bingley, Mrs. Hurst and Elizabeth are traveling to London when highwaymen hold them up. As the leader takes a fancy to Elizabeth and wants to take her and only her along, Darcy claims she is his wife. So they are locked up together to await ransoming and must act as man & wife to perpetuate the ruse. The journey they take from the couple at odds at the Netherfield Ball to ones who are now compromised is full of angst. And Elizabeth is not going to do anything just because it is what is expected or due to proprieties. As she sees it they only did what they had to do and it is a MISTAKE to think otherwise.
Our actors stayed true to character in my mind (Elizabeth's understanding of both Wickham and Darcy therefore slanting her opinions and decisions, Darcy's objections to her family and their connections, Caroline's nose in the air, Mrs. Bennet's pushing her daughters at eligible men, etc.), and made their appearances as ordered. JA's lines appeared but sometimes out of other's mouths or in different scenes. Details were not overdone but as necessary to the story, i.e, no long descriptions of gowns, draperies, and/or furniture. But thorns grabbing at clothing and skin as our couple run through the woods, trees identified as Lizzy waits in the forest, Nate's background situation, the sow and Mr. Darcy, etc. And, my favorite: ODC's reactions to each other while forced to sleep next to each other or to act as a married couple. Just waiting to see if they would resist that kiss.
Can't imagine anyone not enjoying this story, unless you want the original and not a good JAFF.
I have to admit that this story had me sobbing with angst in several places. What a wonderful story. Of course, Darcy and Elizabeth had to have their share of misunderstandings. And, as so many have said, Bingley's and Jane's engagement dinner is not to be missed. That and the scene just preceding it are ones that will be read over and over again separate from reading the entire story repeatedly. I read this in one day; could not put it down.
Others have set down the storyline very adequately: Darcy, Miss Bingley, Mrs. Hurst and Elizabeth are traveling to London when highwaymen hold them up. As the leader takes a fancy to Elizabeth and wants to take her and only her along, Darcy claims she is his wife. So they are locked up together to await ransoming and must act as man & wife to perpetuate the ruse. The journey they take from the couple at odds at the Netherfield Ball to ones who are now compromised is full of angst. And Elizabeth is not going to do anything just because it is what is expected or due to proprieties. As she sees it they only did what they had to do and it is a MISTAKE to think otherwise.
Our actors stayed true to character in my mind (Elizabeth's understanding of both Wickham and Darcy therefore slanting her opinions and decisions, Darcy's objections to her family and their connections, Caroline's nose in the air, Mrs. Bennet's pushing her daughters at eligible men, etc.), and made their appearances as ordered. JA's lines appeared but sometimes out of other's mouths or in different scenes. Details were not overdone but as necessary to the story, i.e, no long descriptions of gowns, draperies, and/or furniture. But thorns grabbing at clothing and skin as our couple run through the woods, trees identified as Lizzy waits in the forest, Nate's background situation, the sow and Mr. Darcy, etc. And, my favorite: ODC's reactions to each other while forced to sleep next to each other or to act as a married couple. Just waiting to see if they would resist that kiss.
Can't imagine anyone not enjoying this story, unless you want the original and not a good JAFF.
August 27, 2013
I love exploring Austenesque 'what if' stories. This one asks the question of what if Darcy and Lizzy's story deviated from the original after the Netherfield Ball when they go on a dangerous adventure together as a result of a highwayman's interference.
I loved the excitement added to the story as a result of the a band of thieves and highwaymen which led to my utter pleasure of seeing Darcy in the role of Lizzy's protector. It was intriguing to see what happens when there is a competing suitor for Elizabeth's affections.
Mid-book the pace slowed down as the plot shifted a bit to the character study and romance took priority over the adventure. I like it when there is an opportunity to delve deeply into the characters and I don't mind a slower pace that allows for it. Darcy stays a bit of an enigma because the story is told entirely from Elizabeth's first person point of view. Even so, the reader is able to still get a pretty good idea of what he is feeling and thinking. It was at this point that I started to have issues a bit with Lizzy. In the original P&P she is blinded by her prejudices and that doesn't change in this one, but it seemed this particular Lizzy got an extra dose of obtusity (making up words, I know). I was so into this portrayal of Darcy and Lizzy that I just wanted her to see the wonderful man right in front of her and quit squandering her chances (and his) at happiness. Not that she was the only one under false impressions. Darcy had a bee in his bonnet too, but again, this was Lizzy's fault. Her actions gave him good reason to conclude what he did.
The concluding chapter that extends matters beyond the original story was deliciousness that left me smiling so long my face hurt.
In the end, those who adore Austeneque stories or a good sweet historical romance should give this one a try.
I loved the excitement added to the story as a result of the a band of thieves and highwaymen which led to my utter pleasure of seeing Darcy in the role of Lizzy's protector. It was intriguing to see what happens when there is a competing suitor for Elizabeth's affections.
Mid-book the pace slowed down as the plot shifted a bit to the character study and romance took priority over the adventure. I like it when there is an opportunity to delve deeply into the characters and I don't mind a slower pace that allows for it. Darcy stays a bit of an enigma because the story is told entirely from Elizabeth's first person point of view. Even so, the reader is able to still get a pretty good idea of what he is feeling and thinking. It was at this point that I started to have issues a bit with Lizzy. In the original P&P she is blinded by her prejudices and that doesn't change in this one, but it seemed this particular Lizzy got an extra dose of obtusity (making up words, I know). I was so into this portrayal of Darcy and Lizzy that I just wanted her to see the wonderful man right in front of her and quit squandering her chances (and his) at happiness. Not that she was the only one under false impressions. Darcy had a bee in his bonnet too, but again, this was Lizzy's fault. Her actions gave him good reason to conclude what he did.
The concluding chapter that extends matters beyond the original story was deliciousness that left me smiling so long my face hurt.
In the end, those who adore Austeneque stories or a good sweet historical romance should give this one a try.
November 21, 2016
Still A Powerful Story
Ms Hahn knows how to spin a great story. Her command of the Canon is unparalleled. I first encountered this story early in my journey into the alt universe of JAFF. Now, after several hundred stories, I understand why these are amongst the top ones. Enjoy the appropriate level of angst rising from misunderstanding and jealousy. My only complaint is the far end of the epilogue seems a tad Pat.
Ms Hahn knows how to spin a great story. Her command of the Canon is unparalleled. I first encountered this story early in my journey into the alt universe of JAFF. Now, after several hundred stories, I understand why these are amongst the top ones. Enjoy the appropriate level of angst rising from misunderstanding and jealousy. My only complaint is the far end of the epilogue seems a tad Pat.
April 23, 2020
I really wanted to like this book, but the truth is, there were several times I had to walk away and almost didn't come back to it because it annoyed me so much. I always love a good story where ODC is either stranded or held captive together and by circumstances out of their control, have to learn to work together or have opportunities to come to understand one another better. Since this book falls into the latter category and received great reviews, I was excited and had high expectations. Unfortunately, it was a big disappointment. I really disliked Elizabeth Bennet throughout most of this book. Any book that makes me almost despise my favorite literary character isn't going to get good marks from me. She was so OOC and nothing like the EB we all know and love. She got on my nerves so bad and was more like Lydia than Elizabeth. I cannot imagine Darcy ever falling in love with this woman. She was quite stupid in so many ways. She was ignorant, naive, unreasonably stubborn, selfish and did I say STUPID!
To begin with, she has so much tenderness and compassion for the ring leader of the highwaymen that abducted her, yet she cannot muster up one ounce of patience, tolerance or forgiveness for Darcy, the man who put himself in danger to try and protect her. In fact, instead of bonding with her fellow prisoner and trying to work together, especially one who was only taken because he was trying to save her, she was rude to him and continued to treat him with disdain. Not the actions of the intelligent woman she is supposed to be. I could have understood her kindness towards Morgan a little better had she shown even a fraction of that same kindness to her protector. It just doesn't sit well to see her time after time justify and stick up for a man that kidnapped her and held her prisoner, yet treat a good man whose worst offence against her was a few unkind words so poorly. Darcy had more than compensated for his offensive remarks when he placed himself in danger for her sake. . . and on top on that, HE NEVER KIDNAPPED HER OR PUT HER LIFE IN DANGER! So annoying and childish.
When they are finally rescued after spending several days and nights together in the same room, our intelligent heroine sees no reason why she would be expected to marry Darcy. Of course she would not. As time passes and she begins to feel the ramifications of the ensuing scandal not only to herself, but her beloved sister, she still digs her heels in her refusal to marry at the expense of her entire family and her innocent sisters. And why- because he doesn't love her. Boo-hoo, cry me a river. In those days marriage was rarely about love. Love was a luxury she could not afford in these desparate circumstances and canon EB would have recognized this from the moment she and Darcy were taken. Austen's EB would never be so selfish and hurt her sisters if a solution were in her power. In P&P, EB recognizes immediately after reading Jane's letters conveying Lydia's running away with Wickham that they must marry, even though it will be an absolutely miserable marriage, and understands the ruin that will come to her family if a marriage, no matter how undersirable, does not take place. Of course, that Elizabeth is nowhere to be found in this variation. She is replaced by a selfish simpleton that takes her name.
Even when she is back home, she continues to sing the highwayman's praises and justify how he's not such a bad person and it's all because of his unfortunate childhood, blah blah blah, and then when Darcy, understandably, mistakes her feelings for him as romantic attachment, she gets angry at HIM and goes and throws a tantrum. I just don't have words for how much I disliked this EB.
Of course, in the end things work out for the two of them, but at that point, I really felt like Darcy deserved so much better.
I realize that I am in the minority in my feelings for this book. Everyone is different and I guess this variation appeals to many, but it didn't work for me.
To begin with, she has so much tenderness and compassion for the ring leader of the highwaymen that abducted her, yet she cannot muster up one ounce of patience, tolerance or forgiveness for Darcy, the man who put himself in danger to try and protect her. In fact, instead of bonding with her fellow prisoner and trying to work together, especially one who was only taken because he was trying to save her, she was rude to him and continued to treat him with disdain. Not the actions of the intelligent woman she is supposed to be. I could have understood her kindness towards Morgan a little better had she shown even a fraction of that same kindness to her protector. It just doesn't sit well to see her time after time justify and stick up for a man that kidnapped her and held her prisoner, yet treat a good man whose worst offence against her was a few unkind words so poorly. Darcy had more than compensated for his offensive remarks when he placed himself in danger for her sake. . . and on top on that, HE NEVER KIDNAPPED HER OR PUT HER LIFE IN DANGER! So annoying and childish.
When they are finally rescued after spending several days and nights together in the same room, our intelligent heroine sees no reason why she would be expected to marry Darcy. Of course she would not. As time passes and she begins to feel the ramifications of the ensuing scandal not only to herself, but her beloved sister, she still digs her heels in her refusal to marry at the expense of her entire family and her innocent sisters. And why- because he doesn't love her. Boo-hoo, cry me a river. In those days marriage was rarely about love. Love was a luxury she could not afford in these desparate circumstances and canon EB would have recognized this from the moment she and Darcy were taken. Austen's EB would never be so selfish and hurt her sisters if a solution were in her power. In P&P, EB recognizes immediately after reading Jane's letters conveying Lydia's running away with Wickham that they must marry, even though it will be an absolutely miserable marriage, and understands the ruin that will come to her family if a marriage, no matter how undersirable, does not take place. Of course, that Elizabeth is nowhere to be found in this variation. She is replaced by a selfish simpleton that takes her name.
Even when she is back home, she continues to sing the highwayman's praises and justify how he's not such a bad person and it's all because of his unfortunate childhood, blah blah blah, and then when Darcy, understandably, mistakes her feelings for him as romantic attachment, she gets angry at HIM and goes and throws a tantrum. I just don't have words for how much I disliked this EB.
Of course, in the end things work out for the two of them, but at that point, I really felt like Darcy deserved so much better.
I realize that I am in the minority in my feelings for this book. Everyone is different and I guess this variation appeals to many, but it didn't work for me.
December 19, 2017
I have to admit that this story had me sobbing with angst in several places. What a wonderful story. Of course, Darcy and Elizabeth had to have their share of misunderstandings. And, as so many have said, Bingley's and Jane's engagement dinner is not to be missed. That and the scene just preceding it are ones that will be read over and over again separate from reading the entire story repeatedly. I read this in one day; could not put it down.
Others have set down the storyline very adequately so I will not repeat such. Our actors stayed true to character in my mind (Elizabeth's understanding of both Wickham and Darcy therefore slanting her opinions and decisions, Darcy's objections to her family and their connections, Caroline's nose in the air, Mrs. Bennet's pushing her daughters at eligible men, etc.), and made their appearances as ordered. JA's lines appeared but sometimes out of other's mouths or in different scenes. Details were not overdone but as necessary to the story, i.e, no long descriptions of gowns, draperies, and/or furniture. But thorns grabbing at clothing and skin as our couple run through the woods, trees identified as Lizzy waits in the forest, Nate's background situation, the sow and Mr. Darcy, etc. And, my favorite: ODC's reactions to each other while forced to sleep next to each other or to act as a married couple. Just waiting to see if they would resist that kiss.
Can't imagine anyone not enjoying this story, unless you want the original and not a good JAFF.
Others have set down the storyline very adequately so I will not repeat such. Our actors stayed true to character in my mind (Elizabeth's understanding of both Wickham and Darcy therefore slanting her opinions and decisions, Darcy's objections to her family and their connections, Caroline's nose in the air, Mrs. Bennet's pushing her daughters at eligible men, etc.), and made their appearances as ordered. JA's lines appeared but sometimes out of other's mouths or in different scenes. Details were not overdone but as necessary to the story, i.e, no long descriptions of gowns, draperies, and/or furniture. But thorns grabbing at clothing and skin as our couple run through the woods, trees identified as Lizzy waits in the forest, Nate's background situation, the sow and Mr. Darcy, etc. And, my favorite: ODC's reactions to each other while forced to sleep next to each other or to act as a married couple. Just waiting to see if they would resist that kiss.
Can't imagine anyone not enjoying this story, unless you want the original and not a good JAFF.
March 6, 2018
Unputdownable!
At least the first half, ladled with angst, thrill and suspense, intersped with some tender moments that kept my attention in an iron grip.
The latter half was a tad disappointing compared to the first half. The misunderstandings was of the kind that could have easily been avoided with a couple of sentences of frankness. The end was lovely and generous in lenght and content which did a lot in redeeming the weaker parts.
Since the first half was 5*+++ I landed on a straight 5 in the end as this is a book I will reread and would have been sore to miss out on.
Written in Elizabeth's POV and contain my favourite trait of a book, plenty of ODC time.
Longbourne has been in an uproar since Elizabeth rejected Collins which compelled mr Bennet to send Elizabeth to the Gardiner's in London. He has secured her as a passanger in mr Bingley's carriage with Bingley's sisters and mr Darcy when they are accosted by highwaymen. The highwaymen takes a fancy to Elizabeth and to save her, Darcy claimes her as his wife...
They are thrust into each others company and has to depend upon one another to survive.
The journey while captivated and their escape to freedom was one of the best stories I have ever read. I was spellbound.
Freed from captivity, there are some weaknesses in the plot that I will not eloborate further as it will spoil you read.
When their understanding is reached it was smoth sailing though, not to forget some hilariously funny moments.
Loved that it ventured beyond their marriage and we are treated with their children, even into adulthood.
Heartily recommend this book!
At least the first half, ladled with angst, thrill and suspense, intersped with some tender moments that kept my attention in an iron grip.
The latter half was a tad disappointing compared to the first half. The misunderstandings was of the kind that could have easily been avoided with a couple of sentences of frankness. The end was lovely and generous in lenght and content which did a lot in redeeming the weaker parts.
Since the first half was 5*+++ I landed on a straight 5 in the end as this is a book I will reread and would have been sore to miss out on.
Written in Elizabeth's POV and contain my favourite trait of a book, plenty of ODC time.
Longbourne has been in an uproar since Elizabeth rejected Collins which compelled mr Bennet to send Elizabeth to the Gardiner's in London. He has secured her as a passanger in mr Bingley's carriage with Bingley's sisters and mr Darcy when they are accosted by highwaymen. The highwaymen takes a fancy to Elizabeth and to save her, Darcy claimes her as his wife...
They are thrust into each others company and has to depend upon one another to survive.
The journey while captivated and their escape to freedom was one of the best stories I have ever read. I was spellbound.
Freed from captivity, there are some weaknesses in the plot that I will not eloborate further as it will spoil you read.
When their understanding is reached it was smoth sailing though, not to forget some hilariously funny moments.
Loved that it ventured beyond their marriage and we are treated with their children, even into adulthood.
Heartily recommend this book!
April 20, 2023
Quite the Adventure
Reviewed in Canada on August 27, 2019
A captivating adventure for ODC. It contains many misunderstandings between them, but we eventually get our HEA. I kept waiting for a certain someone to reappear and how it would happen. My only disappointment was that the children were not told, especially Henry. I’m vague because I hate spoilers. Great story. Highly recommend.
June 14, 2021 - audiobook.
Excellent book and excellent narration by Leena Emsley. Love that Jan Hahn has made the audiobook available. Highly recommend.
Reviewed in Canada on August 27, 2019
A captivating adventure for ODC. It contains many misunderstandings between them, but we eventually get our HEA. I kept waiting for a certain someone to reappear and how it would happen. My only disappointment was that the children were not told, especially Henry. I’m vague because I hate spoilers. Great story. Highly recommend.
June 14, 2021 - audiobook.
Excellent book and excellent narration by Leena Emsley. Love that Jan Hahn has made the audiobook available. Highly recommend.
September 18, 2013
There are parts of this book I liked very much. I read immediately following An Arranged Marriage by the same author and it just isn't as good. Mostly I found myself not like this version of Lizzy. The story and other characters are very good.
June 25, 2019
This author knows how to keep us interested! Highwaymen, abduction, imprisonment, escape, the hunt, etc. Wow, that was a fun read. The angst was just right. Everything about this story was just right. I need to read the other books now. :)
Reread: I think I liked it even more this time.
Reread: I think I liked it even more this time.
April 25, 2012
In her second Pride and Prejudice retelling, author Jan Hahn not only takes our beloved Darcy and Elizabeth off course, she transports them to scenario rife with danger, tension, and romance.
Because of Mrs. Bennet's endless tirade over Elizabeth's refusal of Mr. Collins, Mr. Bennet sends Elizabeth to London to stay with her Aunt and Uncle Gardiner, in hopes that his wife will soon reconcile herself to the fact that Lizzy will not be the next Mrs. Collins. Although not the arrangement initially agreed upon, Lizzy ends up traveling to London in Mr. Bingley's carriage with only Caroline Bingley, Louisa Hurst, and Mr. Darcy. Between deflecting Caroline malicious barbs and avoiding conversation with the infuriating Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth can't possibly imagine a more uncomfortable or unpleasant situation...That is until a band of highwaymen come and rob them all and take Darcy and herself as ransom...
In order to protect Elizabeth from this band of dangerous men, Darcy declares Elizabeth to be his wife! Shocking, isn't it? Especially since disguise of every sort is his abhorrence. Yes, Mr. Darcy, your quick and ready solution certainly has us raising an eyebrow... The consequences of Darcy's rash decision are that Elizabeth and Darcy are now forced to act the part of husband and wife while in captivity. Instead of a coinciding stay in Kent, Darcy and Elizabeth cohabit the same debasing and solitary room. Instead of a chance meeting at Pemberley, Darcy and Elizabeth face the chance that their captors might make good on their death threats. With an ever-protective and officious Darcy trying to suppress his regard and an obstinate and misguided Elizabeth trying to suppress her resentment living in close quarters with no privacy, one might beg the question: can the intensity of this situation get any higher? Enter: Nate Morgan.
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Because of Mrs. Bennet's endless tirade over Elizabeth's refusal of Mr. Collins, Mr. Bennet sends Elizabeth to London to stay with her Aunt and Uncle Gardiner, in hopes that his wife will soon reconcile herself to the fact that Lizzy will not be the next Mrs. Collins. Although not the arrangement initially agreed upon, Lizzy ends up traveling to London in Mr. Bingley's carriage with only Caroline Bingley, Louisa Hurst, and Mr. Darcy. Between deflecting Caroline malicious barbs and avoiding conversation with the infuriating Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth can't possibly imagine a more uncomfortable or unpleasant situation...That is until a band of highwaymen come and rob them all and take Darcy and herself as ransom...
In order to protect Elizabeth from this band of dangerous men, Darcy declares Elizabeth to be his wife! Shocking, isn't it? Especially since disguise of every sort is his abhorrence. Yes, Mr. Darcy, your quick and ready solution certainly has us raising an eyebrow... The consequences of Darcy's rash decision are that Elizabeth and Darcy are now forced to act the part of husband and wife while in captivity. Instead of a coinciding stay in Kent, Darcy and Elizabeth cohabit the same debasing and solitary room. Instead of a chance meeting at Pemberley, Darcy and Elizabeth face the chance that their captors might make good on their death threats. With an ever-protective and officious Darcy trying to suppress his regard and an obstinate and misguided Elizabeth trying to suppress her resentment living in close quarters with no privacy, one might beg the question: can the intensity of this situation get any higher? Enter: Nate Morgan.
To continue reading, go to: http://janeaustenreviews.blogspot.com...
November 15, 2024
An intriguing story about Darcy and Elizabeth being abducted. Elizabeth joins Darcy and the Bingley's during their trip to London after the Netherfield ball. They are accosted by highwaymen who wish to take Elizabeth as a hostage. Darcy, concerned for her safety and virtue, claims she is his wife in order to be taken along with her. The ensuing storyline has the two of them confined together in one room as they attempt to outwit their captors. Truly not a story at all in keeping with the original storyline of P&P, but intriguing nonetheless. I find Jan Hahn's P&P variations very thoughtful in keeping the characters and their pride and prejudices true to the spirit of P&P, while taking them on totally different journeys - pun intended.
February 26, 2023
Just after the Netherfield ball, Elizabeth is traveling to London with Darcy, Miss Bingley and Mrs Hurst. On the way they are stopped by highway men. In order to save Elizabeth Darcy claims they they are married! The two of them are kidnapped. They must quickly learn to get along and be brave to survive the situation during and the consequences after.
I enjoyed a quite a bit of this book, but the happily ever after went on for to long and then there was an epilogue!
I enjoyed a quite a bit of this book, but the happily ever after went on for to long and then there was an epilogue!
August 25, 2018
The historical inaccuracies were irksome, and the misunderstandings which led to needless drama were ridiculous. Hence only two stars. I don’t mind when history gets bent a little for the sake of a good plot, but I have a low tolerance for an author who does a retelling of P & P and makes Elizabeth and Darcy do things that are totally out of character.
June 16, 2025
Wonderful
Elizabeth and Darcy meet in the usual way, including the infamous insult at the Meryton assembly and Wickham's persuasive but poisonous words to Elizabeth about Darcy. After the Netherfield ball, and after Elizabeth refuses Mr Collins' marriage proposal, she escapes Mrs Bennett's wrath by traveling to London with Darcy and the Bingley sisters. During their journey they're accosted by highwaymen who rob them, but who also kidnap Elizabeth and Darcy for ransom. ODC are forced to stay together in a room for several days, pretending to be married. After their eventual rescue, they must deal with their compromised status. During their captivity, Elizabeth has learned to esteem and trust Darcy, but misunderstandings abound.
This is a high angst, emotional story, with superb romance. It deals with the trauma of captivity, and with the phenomenon of becoming attracted to your captor. The book is written in the first person, from Elizabeth's point of view. Although it's very well done, I'm not sure that was the best way to present this material, and is the reason that I deducted a star. I would have liked Darcy's POV. The story gave us a Darcy at his best: swoon worthy, brave, and super protective of Elizabeth.
The book is well written and well edited. I recommend it highly for an exciting, romantic, and engaging story.
Elizabeth and Darcy meet in the usual way, including the infamous insult at the Meryton assembly and Wickham's persuasive but poisonous words to Elizabeth about Darcy. After the Netherfield ball, and after Elizabeth refuses Mr Collins' marriage proposal, she escapes Mrs Bennett's wrath by traveling to London with Darcy and the Bingley sisters. During their journey they're accosted by highwaymen who rob them, but who also kidnap Elizabeth and Darcy for ransom. ODC are forced to stay together in a room for several days, pretending to be married. After their eventual rescue, they must deal with their compromised status. During their captivity, Elizabeth has learned to esteem and trust Darcy, but misunderstandings abound.
This is a high angst, emotional story, with superb romance. It deals with the trauma of captivity, and with the phenomenon of becoming attracted to your captor. The book is written in the first person, from Elizabeth's point of view. Although it's very well done, I'm not sure that was the best way to present this material, and is the reason that I deducted a star. I would have liked Darcy's POV. The story gave us a Darcy at his best: swoon worthy, brave, and super protective of Elizabeth.
The book is well written and well edited. I recommend it highly for an exciting, romantic, and engaging story.
April 28, 2018
Not black and white, not the correct gray either
Well written story. The thrust of the story is that even though four highwaymen have abducted Elizabeth and Darcy, the author seems to want to portray the leader as a scoundrel and not dangerously evil.
After reading that section of the book twice though I see the leader as being an uneducated Wickham. Elizabeth just barely talks him out of assaulting her. After he begins to like Elizabeth he keeps the other three from doing the same.
From that point on Elizabeth acts like none of them should be punished by the law and a good case can be made she treats the leader better than she treats Darcy. She never sees the highwaymen as being dangerous after Darcy and she escape. She’s not written as being naive, but written as pridefully stubborn and not terribly wise. I believe the author was trying to portray her as kindhearted but she came across as arrogant
After the escape she refuses to marry Darcy because she loves him and she thinks he doesn’t love her. No thought to how her ruined reputation will impact her family.
She is constantly makes bad decisions all book long. Was hard for me to drum up much sympathy for her
Well written story. The thrust of the story is that even though four highwaymen have abducted Elizabeth and Darcy, the author seems to want to portray the leader as a scoundrel and not dangerously evil.
After reading that section of the book twice though I see the leader as being an uneducated Wickham. Elizabeth just barely talks him out of assaulting her. After he begins to like Elizabeth he keeps the other three from doing the same.
From that point on Elizabeth acts like none of them should be punished by the law and a good case can be made she treats the leader better than she treats Darcy. She never sees the highwaymen as being dangerous after Darcy and she escape. She’s not written as being naive, but written as pridefully stubborn and not terribly wise. I believe the author was trying to portray her as kindhearted but she came across as arrogant
After the escape she refuses to marry Darcy because she loves him and she thinks he doesn’t love her. No thought to how her ruined reputation will impact her family.
She is constantly makes bad decisions all book long. Was hard for me to drum up much sympathy for her
April 11, 2016
I loved this unique variation! The portion regarding their captivity was exciting and impossible to put down. The summary sounded a little too much, but I am so glad a gave this book a chance. It is now a favourite.
February 13, 2012
WOW I really did like this story!! I really would rate it 41/2 stars. Her first book was definitely better but not by much.
This alternative has Elizabeth's father asking Mr Bingley to escort Lizzy to london to her Aunt and Uncle Gardeners house to avoid her mothers wrath over her refusing Mr Collins. Unfortunately Mr Bingley is unable to go with the party, but Mr Darcy, Miss Bingley and Mrs Hurst are all in the carriage together. On the way to London they are robbed by some Highwaymen and they try to take Elizabeth and Darcy comes to her rescue by stating she is his wife and to take him instead. They take them both and so the journey begins. This journey allows them to get to understand each other but like a good story they still misunderstand each other and the road past the abduction is a long and hard path for each of them. I enjoyed this story and whats more I feel that Darcy and Lizzy were true to there characters most of the time. Definitely worth reading!!
This alternative has Elizabeth's father asking Mr Bingley to escort Lizzy to london to her Aunt and Uncle Gardeners house to avoid her mothers wrath over her refusing Mr Collins. Unfortunately Mr Bingley is unable to go with the party, but Mr Darcy, Miss Bingley and Mrs Hurst are all in the carriage together. On the way to London they are robbed by some Highwaymen and they try to take Elizabeth and Darcy comes to her rescue by stating she is his wife and to take him instead. They take them both and so the journey begins. This journey allows them to get to understand each other but like a good story they still misunderstand each other and the road past the abduction is a long and hard path for each of them. I enjoyed this story and whats more I feel that Darcy and Lizzy were true to there characters most of the time. Definitely worth reading!!
January 14, 2015
A Pride and Prejudice variation where just after the Netherfield Ball Elizabeth is travelling to London with Darcy, Caroline Bingley and Mrs Hurst, when they are held up by highwaymen. Then Darcy and Elizabeth are kidnapped and to save her reputation Darcy declares that they are married, and now they have to rely on each other to survive.
This is the second book of Jan's I have read and I have loved them both.
This is the second book of Jan's I have read and I have loved them both.
February 2, 2023
Engrossing
Original variation that places Elizabeth and Darcy in peril together whilst they are still “frenemies”. Characters remain faithful to canon and the dialogue is good. Recommended.
Original variation that places Elizabeth and Darcy in peril together whilst they are still “frenemies”. Characters remain faithful to canon and the dialogue is good. Recommended.
August 7, 2018
This was a fun P&P retelling/variation; in this case the scene setting is wild and very out of character from the original author. Mr. Darcy and Lizzy are attacked on the road and abducted by a band of thieves, they struggle with captivity, threats and later their escape. Everything here is unlikely, and yet both main characters remain true to their classical makeup. Not the best variation out there, still fun, cute and interesting as an exercise for a hardcore P&P fan.
November 16, 2013
I have just finished reading my second variation by Jan Hahn after thoroughly enjoying An Arranged Marriage. The Journey was equally as brilliant - it was nice to read a variation which was full of proper adventure and real danger!
Having been captured by highwaymen, the situation allows for very different sides to Darcy and Elizabeth to come to light. Darcy shows great bravery and quick thinking in the face of danger as well as great compassion in offering to give himself for ransom instead of Elizabeth - the extent to which he will protect Elizabeth is touching. Elizabeth's independent nature helps in this situation - she is a feisty one! Her bravery throughout the whole ordeal is remarkable.
I really enjoyed seeing the two of them have to face such appalling circumstances and learn to really trust each other and live without the luxuries they are accustomed to. As well as this, seeing them play the part of a happily married couple when they are arguing all the time when the highwaymen aren’t around is quite amusing – they switch between moments of genuine compassion to anger, heated arguments back to teasing banter! As they try to cope with such peril the image of an unshaven and unkempt looking Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy of Pemberley trekking through the woods covered in mud, falling in rivers and hiding from highwaymen (as well as being forced to travel with a pig - yes, you did read that correctly!) is all completely unheard of and a very strange situation to find them in! It was very interesting though, seeing them in such a situation, facing the elements and struggling for survival - Elizabeth sums it up when she laughs at herself for worrying about her soon to be ruined reputation when she currently fears for her life!
The character and leader of the highwaymen Nate Morgan brought an interesting addition to the story - one of which is competition for Darcy! Elizabeth seems to develop a soft spot for this particular highwaymen - the highwayman who also seems to have a soft spot for Elizabeth and who is showing her undue attention compared to what a prisoner should receive!
Once the adventure is over and they have returned to civilisation now the problem arises from the fact that Darcy and Elizabeth have spent three days - and nights - in the same room! Unfortunately for the romantic Lizzy who wishes to marry for nothing but the deepest love, everyone is assuming she will marry Darcy - but she isn't going to accept him just like that, oh no. Darcy, clearly in love with Lizzy, is very downcast by this rejection but does he walk away? Of course not! Mr Darcy remains the gentleman and does all in his power to save her from the gossip columns, as well as some other things to help and please her which I will not disclose in this review. How he can be still so considerate when she has refused him... What a gentleman.
Of course, the happy ending we expect and love does eventually come around and it is wonderfully romantic... As are many scenes which follow but again, you must read it for yourself as I don't which to ruin it for you!
In the final chapter we get a few glimpses into their life after marriage as well as the fates of other characters from the story, which I always like to red. It was very interesting seeing the Wickham and Lydia situation take place when they are married - I always wondered how he would act if he had already secured her. There is also a fantastic epilogue which was very clever and a perfect and completely fitting ending for this particular story.
This was a brilliant story full of adventure, danger and romance. I look forward to the next book from this author which I believe is being published shortly!
Having been captured by highwaymen, the situation allows for very different sides to Darcy and Elizabeth to come to light. Darcy shows great bravery and quick thinking in the face of danger as well as great compassion in offering to give himself for ransom instead of Elizabeth - the extent to which he will protect Elizabeth is touching. Elizabeth's independent nature helps in this situation - she is a feisty one! Her bravery throughout the whole ordeal is remarkable.
I really enjoyed seeing the two of them have to face such appalling circumstances and learn to really trust each other and live without the luxuries they are accustomed to. As well as this, seeing them play the part of a happily married couple when they are arguing all the time when the highwaymen aren’t around is quite amusing – they switch between moments of genuine compassion to anger, heated arguments back to teasing banter! As they try to cope with such peril the image of an unshaven and unkempt looking Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy of Pemberley trekking through the woods covered in mud, falling in rivers and hiding from highwaymen (as well as being forced to travel with a pig - yes, you did read that correctly!) is all completely unheard of and a very strange situation to find them in! It was very interesting though, seeing them in such a situation, facing the elements and struggling for survival - Elizabeth sums it up when she laughs at herself for worrying about her soon to be ruined reputation when she currently fears for her life!
The character and leader of the highwaymen Nate Morgan brought an interesting addition to the story - one of which is competition for Darcy! Elizabeth seems to develop a soft spot for this particular highwaymen - the highwayman who also seems to have a soft spot for Elizabeth and who is showing her undue attention compared to what a prisoner should receive!
Once the adventure is over and they have returned to civilisation now the problem arises from the fact that Darcy and Elizabeth have spent three days - and nights - in the same room! Unfortunately for the romantic Lizzy who wishes to marry for nothing but the deepest love, everyone is assuming she will marry Darcy - but she isn't going to accept him just like that, oh no. Darcy, clearly in love with Lizzy, is very downcast by this rejection but does he walk away? Of course not! Mr Darcy remains the gentleman and does all in his power to save her from the gossip columns, as well as some other things to help and please her which I will not disclose in this review. How he can be still so considerate when she has refused him... What a gentleman.
Of course, the happy ending we expect and love does eventually come around and it is wonderfully romantic... As are many scenes which follow but again, you must read it for yourself as I don't which to ruin it for you!
In the final chapter we get a few glimpses into their life after marriage as well as the fates of other characters from the story, which I always like to red. It was very interesting seeing the Wickham and Lydia situation take place when they are married - I always wondered how he would act if he had already secured her. There is also a fantastic epilogue which was very clever and a perfect and completely fitting ending for this particular story.
This was a brilliant story full of adventure, danger and romance. I look forward to the next book from this author which I believe is being published shortly!
July 6, 2022
Well, I decided to read this again because so many readers seem to love it. Once again, I’m ‘meh’ about it.
This is mostly due to an unbelievable, massive coincidence at the end that just ruined everything that had gone on before.
Also, after the shunning Elizabeth suffered I think the author should have shown the couple together in London at least a little.
This is mostly due to an unbelievable, massive coincidence at the end that just ruined everything that had gone on before.
Also, after the shunning Elizabeth suffered I think the author should have shown the couple together in London at least a little.
January 1, 2015
HELP! I SUFFER FROM A TERRIBLE AFFLICTION! I CAN'T STOP READING THESE P&P FANFICS!
There really should be a support group for people like me, I honestly cannot stop.
I've read some pretty terrible adaptations, but thankfully this wasn't one of those.
Yes, there were a few things I disliked, mentions of Alice in Wonderland (which hadn't been published at the time), Elizabeth wearing corsets instead of stays, a bunch of historical inaccuracies, if I must be truthful.
But really, this is basically Austen fanfiction, I'm not here to complain about historical accuracy.
I loved how Darcy and Elizabeth behaved in character, just as all the other characters.
The premise is just as exciting as the summary promises it to be: on their way to London, the Bingley sisters, Darcy and Elizabeth are on their way to London when their coach is stopped by highwaymen intent on divesting them of their jewel and money. ...Until they decide they'll take Elizabeth to "entertain" the men. Darcy immediately jumps into action, proclaiming that Elizabeth is his wife. Which is how they're both taken hostage in hope of extracting a ransom from Darcy's uncle, the Earl.
Darcy and Elizabeth involve themselves in a web of lies, digging themselves deeper and deeper, while they try to survive together... really close together.
I don't want to spoil anything, but rest assured this is a nice addition to Austen "what-ifs", so give it a try!
February 10, 2017
My favourite of Jan Hahn's Pride and Prejudice variations. Written from Elizabeth's point of view, it explores her and Darcy's capture by a highwayman. The concept sounds silly, but the execution is actually really good.
February 3, 2019
It was a great idea. I just think maybe some serious thought about the order in which things were revealed and putting the climax in the right place would have helped this story shine.
June 5, 2020
I'm in tears with this story. Perfect.
April 22, 2025
Content:
Profanity: None I recall.
Violence: High mild. A man is shot, his horse is shot as well. Highwaymen threaten to kill people. Minor scratches/blisters portrayed.
Sexual: Moderate. This is NOT a clean read. There are multiple steamy make-out scenes, and at least three scenes where there was lead up to actual sex (after marriage) when it fades to black and then see the next morning. There is speech like: 'fire in my stomach' and 'you are tempting' indicating arousal. There is also intense kissing including biting ears, kissing necks, collarbones, and even laying on top of one another while doing so. There was also a consistent threat of rape from the highwaymen toward Elizabeth, and a scene where one of them 'cups her bottom' and tries to accost her.
I cannot fathom why this book has such a high rating.
I wish there was a magic wand to go back in time to tell myself to delete this and never read it. I was under the impression that this was a clean romance, but was woefully reminded that the definitions of 'clean' vary a great deal from person to person. My definition of clean means it could be in a kid's show. So, while this does not have actual sex scenes in it, it has everything else, including talking about wedding nights, and pleasing men, arousal and kissing and....everything. (see above).
I might not have been so upset if the story had been good. Elizabeth consistently contradicted herself in a way that was not believable when it came to Darcy. She'd insult him in a awful manner one minute, then in her head say he was the best man she'd ever known. And typically, her attitude of thinking well of him came directly after a physically intimate moment. Hormones much? I found that to be a horrible turn-off and decidedly unromantic.
Darcy himself was so high-handed, controlling, and confrontational that I just had to face-palm at how out of character he was portrayed in this version. He's a controlled British noble. Sure he could throw a great stinging rebuke, but he was always temperate even when he lost his composure. I think he was supposed to come off as extremely protective, but he just came across as toxically possessive.
The first half of the book was...okay, so I kept going, but the further I got the more ridiculous the entire plot became. It was a soap opera. A horrible drama-filled character killing soap opera. The stupid drawn-out London stuff was totally out of character for Elizabeth, who is way smarter than to turn down a proposal that would affect her sisters and entire family in such a negative way. It was all a tension device and I loathed it. I can only claim sleep deprivation and my innate desire to finish books that kept me from throwing the book down in utter frustration and eventual disgust.
But then. Then. They get engaged/married. The last nearly 20% of the book was totally unnecessary. It was an explanation of how married life wasn't perfect, and how they fought with their children and each other. It was at least 30 pages if not more of completely unnecessary commentary about their love-making and having kids, and her sisters' lives as well. Darcy flying off the handle in a jealous rage and such. It was horrendous.
This entire book was a mess and murdered beloved characters for me. I've been on a big Pride and Prejudice kick for about two weeks now, and this just killed it dead as a doornail. I have no desire to keep reading them. I hope this review may help others avoid the book like I wish I had if their sensibilities are like mine.
Profanity: None I recall.
Violence: High mild. A man is shot, his horse is shot as well. Highwaymen threaten to kill people. Minor scratches/blisters portrayed.
Sexual: Moderate. This is NOT a clean read. There are multiple steamy make-out scenes, and at least three scenes where there was lead up to actual sex (after marriage) when it fades to black and then see the next morning. There is speech like: 'fire in my stomach' and 'you are tempting' indicating arousal. There is also intense kissing including biting ears, kissing necks, collarbones, and even laying on top of one another while doing so. There was also a consistent threat of rape from the highwaymen toward Elizabeth, and a scene where one of them 'cups her bottom' and tries to accost her.
I cannot fathom why this book has such a high rating.
I wish there was a magic wand to go back in time to tell myself to delete this and never read it. I was under the impression that this was a clean romance, but was woefully reminded that the definitions of 'clean' vary a great deal from person to person. My definition of clean means it could be in a kid's show. So, while this does not have actual sex scenes in it, it has everything else, including talking about wedding nights, and pleasing men, arousal and kissing and....everything. (see above).
I might not have been so upset if the story had been good. Elizabeth consistently contradicted herself in a way that was not believable when it came to Darcy. She'd insult him in a awful manner one minute, then in her head say he was the best man she'd ever known. And typically, her attitude of thinking well of him came directly after a physically intimate moment. Hormones much? I found that to be a horrible turn-off and decidedly unromantic.
Darcy himself was so high-handed, controlling, and confrontational that I just had to face-palm at how out of character he was portrayed in this version. He's a controlled British noble. Sure he could throw a great stinging rebuke, but he was always temperate even when he lost his composure. I think he was supposed to come off as extremely protective, but he just came across as toxically possessive.
The first half of the book was...okay, so I kept going, but the further I got the more ridiculous the entire plot became. It was a soap opera. A horrible drama-filled character killing soap opera. The stupid drawn-out London stuff was totally out of character for Elizabeth, who is way smarter than to turn down a proposal that would affect her sisters and entire family in such a negative way. It was all a tension device and I loathed it. I can only claim sleep deprivation and my innate desire to finish books that kept me from throwing the book down in utter frustration and eventual disgust.
But then. Then. They get engaged/married. The last nearly 20% of the book was totally unnecessary. It was an explanation of how married life wasn't perfect, and how they fought with their children and each other. It was at least 30 pages if not more of completely unnecessary commentary about their love-making and having kids, and her sisters' lives as well. Darcy flying off the handle in a jealous rage and such. It was horrendous.
This entire book was a mess and murdered beloved characters for me. I've been on a big Pride and Prejudice kick for about two weeks now, and this just killed it dead as a doornail. I have no desire to keep reading them. I hope this review may help others avoid the book like I wish I had if their sensibilities are like mine.
June 2, 2022
I thought Elizabeth was ungrateful & naïve. She idolized her kidnapper, & was rude to Mr. Darcy. Then had the gall to act surprised when people were cruel to her!!! Despite all the warnings she received counseling that very outcome. I didn’t like the epilogue either!!! The chances? Very low!
February 9, 2017
Enjoyed this variation of Pride and Prejudice. Bingley journeys back to London from Netherfield after the Ball. Darcy and Bingley's sisters are traveling back also and have been asked to allow Lizzy to ride with them to escape her mother's wrath for not accepting Collins. Suddenly the carriage comes to a halt. Have highway robbers have stopped the carriage and have taken everything valuable from the suitcases of the inhabitants of the carriage. Darcy's money and money clip are taken also. The leader decides to take Elizabeth. Darcy's declaration about Elizabeth being his wife surprises everyone in the carriage. Caroline and Louisa and the three coachman are tied up inside the carriage. Darcy is put on one of the coach horses, Elizabeth on the horse of the leader. The relationship that develops between Darcy and Elizabeth is built on necessity, but Elizabeth is unsure. Darcy comes up with the idea that the robbers write a ransom note the his uncle, Lord Matlock. Throughout their captivity Morgan fancies Elizabeth. She reminds him that she is married. Darcy is upset and jealous of Morgan because of his attention to Elizabeth. One night there's gunfire, and within minutes, the door is unlocked and they are allowed to escape. They seem to be walking way from the cabin to a town that is near. Besides night falling, it looks like rain. Darcy finds a cave to use as cover. While Darcy is getting water, Morgan a stumbles into the cave. Elizabeth sees that her needs medical help because of his wound. Another misunderstanding happens Darcy sees how attentive she is to Morgan. Colonel Fitzwilliam finds them in the hills, and Morgan is taken prisoner. The members of the gang are also caught. She refuses to marry Darcy because she thinks that he doesn't love her. But she knows now that she loves Darcy. Newspaper articles relate the entire story of their kidnapping, escape, and ransom attempt. They are tried, convicted, and sentenced to hang. Darcy gets their sentences changed to deportation. Morgan and his sister to America. After she is shunned by society when Lady Catherine's letter is published, Elizabeth is kept in the house. Her uncle takes her with him to the docks where no one will see her, but Morgan and his sister are getting ready to board the ship. Darcy sees them together and immediately leaves the waterfront. When Darcy misunderstands the situation with Morgan and sends Elizabeth a ticket for passage to Virginia, Elizabeth confronts him at his London home. He tells her that she must love Morgan because she was there to see him off, they argue about this, until she tells at him that she loves him. She recalls that Darcy said he'd never ask her again to marry him. He solves the problem in a very unique manner. Quite funny in spots especially after the children are born and grown up. After five and twenty years, will Morgan claim Elizabeth?
April 25, 2012
Pack your valise and don your traveling dress. You are about to embark on an exciting journey full of bumps, unexpected turns, and even a handsome villain, who may play with your sensibilities.
When kidnapped by highwaymen, Darcy and Elizabeth find themselves tossed together under alarming circumstances. In order to make it out alive, they must learn to depend on and trust each other. Throughout this journey, time and again, Darcy endeavors to show Elizabeth to what extent he will go in order to ensure her safety and happiness, even if it means putting aside his desires.
Not understanding the reason behind Darcy’s selflessness and protectiveness, Elizabeth is puzzled by his behavior. Even though Elizabeth acknowledges her feelings for Darcy, she knows he could never have feelings for her. Believing that once they rejoin society things will go back to how they were, Elizabeth fails to understand the severity of the ton and the new obstacles facing them.
However, Darcy is not the only one attracted to Elizabeth. Nate Morgan is also enamored with the beauty from Hertfordshire. Even though Nate Morgan may be a highwayman, he is devilishly handsome and quite a lady charmer. (I found myself taken in by his charms). Knowing Darcy and Elizabeth’s marriage to be a loveless one, Morgan attempts to show Elizabeth what life could have been like with love.
There were so many elements I enjoyed about this book. Told from Elizabeth’s point-of-view, I found this tale to be engaging. It was as if I was a child listening to my mother recount a past journey. The humor, whether it is Darcy’s snide comments to Caroline, or situations in which the characters find themselves, helps break the tension and severity of their situation.
The rising action was also well developed. I was continually guessing what would happen next. The plot moved along at a steady pace, as all my questions built on each other. It wasn’t until after Darcy and Elizabeth came to an understanding that the plot slowed. I felt that if I skipped these pages, I would not have missed anything. However, the plot picks back up in the last few pages and through the epilogue. I love how Hahn ends the book and ties everything together, bringing the reader closure. It was one of my favorite parts of the book (along with the night of the Bingley’s engagement party, but you will just have to read the book to find out why)!
The Journey is a fascinating tale, sure to appease the adventuresome Austen enthusiast.
Jan Hahn is also the author of An Arranged Marriage.
When kidnapped by highwaymen, Darcy and Elizabeth find themselves tossed together under alarming circumstances. In order to make it out alive, they must learn to depend on and trust each other. Throughout this journey, time and again, Darcy endeavors to show Elizabeth to what extent he will go in order to ensure her safety and happiness, even if it means putting aside his desires.
Not understanding the reason behind Darcy’s selflessness and protectiveness, Elizabeth is puzzled by his behavior. Even though Elizabeth acknowledges her feelings for Darcy, she knows he could never have feelings for her. Believing that once they rejoin society things will go back to how they were, Elizabeth fails to understand the severity of the ton and the new obstacles facing them.
However, Darcy is not the only one attracted to Elizabeth. Nate Morgan is also enamored with the beauty from Hertfordshire. Even though Nate Morgan may be a highwayman, he is devilishly handsome and quite a lady charmer. (I found myself taken in by his charms). Knowing Darcy and Elizabeth’s marriage to be a loveless one, Morgan attempts to show Elizabeth what life could have been like with love.
There were so many elements I enjoyed about this book. Told from Elizabeth’s point-of-view, I found this tale to be engaging. It was as if I was a child listening to my mother recount a past journey. The humor, whether it is Darcy’s snide comments to Caroline, or situations in which the characters find themselves, helps break the tension and severity of their situation.
The rising action was also well developed. I was continually guessing what would happen next. The plot moved along at a steady pace, as all my questions built on each other. It wasn’t until after Darcy and Elizabeth came to an understanding that the plot slowed. I felt that if I skipped these pages, I would not have missed anything. However, the plot picks back up in the last few pages and through the epilogue. I love how Hahn ends the book and ties everything together, bringing the reader closure. It was one of my favorite parts of the book (along with the night of the Bingley’s engagement party, but you will just have to read the book to find out why)!
The Journey is a fascinating tale, sure to appease the adventuresome Austen enthusiast.
Jan Hahn is also the author of An Arranged Marriage.
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