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Pride's Prejudice
Beth Pride really can’t stand William Darcy: he snubbed her at the Hartford College Children’s Benefit Auction; he has an infuriating propensity for pushing her buttons; his actions are frequently at odds with his words; and even his melting chocolate eyes and impressive physique don’t quite make up for his deficient personality.
Beth’s plan to avoid William backfires when her roommate falls for his best friend. As the unlikely duo are thrown together time and again, Beth begins to second guess her earlier assumptions about William.
Will Pride’s prejudice keep her from a happy ending, or will Beth discover that first impressions aren’t always what they seem?
Based on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.
Beth’s plan to avoid William backfires when her roommate falls for his best friend. As the unlikely duo are thrown together time and again, Beth begins to second guess her earlier assumptions about William.
Will Pride’s prejudice keep her from a happy ending, or will Beth discover that first impressions aren’t always what they seem?
Based on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.
358 pages, Paperback
First published May 21, 2013
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Misty Dawn Pulsipher
5 books74 followersMisty has been ‘scribbling’ since she learned how, but it was during her angst-ridden college years that her love for writing began to flower. She spent countless hours revising poetry inspired by unrequited love, and has the binder to prove it.
Misty suffers from a particularly potent case of OCD (obsessive creativity disorder). When she’s not writing or procrastinating an edit, she’s sewing, cross-stitching, or baking. She also boasts several collections, including a deck of cards from everywhere she’s been, enough bovine décor to supply Chick-Fil-A for life, and seventeen versions of the board game Monopoly (at last count).
Though Misty currently resides in Maryland with her husband and three minions, she will always call Utah home—and insist that eastern “mountains” are actually hills. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Misty served a French-Speaking mission in Washington, D.C.
You can check out her blog, Facebook author page, or contact her via email. If she doesn’t respond, don’t take it personal . . . she’s probably writing her next book. Or, more likely, taking a nap.
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Misty suffers from a particularly potent case of OCD (obsessive creativity disorder). When she’s not writing or procrastinating an edit, she’s sewing, cross-stitching, or baking. She also boasts several collections, including a deck of cards from everywhere she’s been, enough bovine décor to supply Chick-Fil-A for life, and seventeen versions of the board game Monopoly (at last count).
Though Misty currently resides in Maryland with her husband and three minions, she will always call Utah home—and insist that eastern “mountains” are actually hills. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, Misty served a French-Speaking mission in Washington, D.C.
You can check out her blog, Facebook author page, or contact her via email. If she doesn’t respond, don’t take it personal . . . she’s probably writing her next book. Or, more likely, taking a nap.
http://mistydawnpulsipher.blogspot.com
https://www.facebook.com/MistyDawnPul...
mistydawnpulsipher@gmail.com
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January 22, 2017
Kindle freebie 1/22/2017. Modern-day retelling of Pride and Prejudice. I read this a few years ago and it was cute and clean.
July 28, 2014
3.5
So, I thought this was a cute, modern retelling of Pride & Prejudice. While it stuck pretty closely to the original, there were enough changes to make it different. I liked Beth, for the most part. She seems to have her head on straight and was easy to relate to. I also liked William; I guess there is no surprise how their relationship started and progresses. There are some nice moments between Beth and William and I thought they had good chemistry together. There is definitely more kissing than the original, that’s for sure! It’s hard not to compare it to Jane Austen’s; it’s hard to top perfection. While I did enjoy it, I also thought it was a tad long and wouldn’t have minded if it had been a little shorter. I liked it though and thought it was well written.
Content: Clean.
So, I thought this was a cute, modern retelling of Pride & Prejudice. While it stuck pretty closely to the original, there were enough changes to make it different. I liked Beth, for the most part. She seems to have her head on straight and was easy to relate to. I also liked William; I guess there is no surprise how their relationship started and progresses. There are some nice moments between Beth and William and I thought they had good chemistry together. There is definitely more kissing than the original, that’s for sure! It’s hard not to compare it to Jane Austen’s; it’s hard to top perfection. While I did enjoy it, I also thought it was a tad long and wouldn’t have minded if it had been a little shorter. I liked it though and thought it was well written.
Content: Clean.
May 9, 2015
Just re-read this book, and I love it even more! My favorite scene is the carrot scene. When you get there, you will know why.
This book was such a fun read. I loved this modern take of Pride and Prejudiced. It has wonderfully steamy (but clean) moments that leave you breathless. Misty's writing style is very descriptive but it does such an excellent job at getting you right into the scene. Every little movement or touch, every snarky little comment that the main characters exchanged with each other left me wanting more. I devoured the book in a matter of hours. What I loved the most was being able to get into William and Beth's head and hear their inner turmoil. Oh, if only they both weren't so stubborn. But that is what you love about them. Excellent, I loved it.
This book was such a fun read. I loved this modern take of Pride and Prejudiced. It has wonderfully steamy (but clean) moments that leave you breathless. Misty's writing style is very descriptive but it does such an excellent job at getting you right into the scene. Every little movement or touch, every snarky little comment that the main characters exchanged with each other left me wanting more. I devoured the book in a matter of hours. What I loved the most was being able to get into William and Beth's head and hear their inner turmoil. Oh, if only they both weren't so stubborn. But that is what you love about them. Excellent, I loved it.
January 12, 2018
3 1/2 -
Liked the retake on P&P - followed along nicely without copying. Liked William's brooding, protective nature. Thought all the characters were great actually. What I could have done without was all the borderline innuendos and lustful thoughts.
Moral Note: no language, talk of drugged date rape, which leads to pregnancy. Drugged girls, drinking/drunks, passionate kisses, mild talk sex (waiting), innuendos like (the need to take a cold shower, getting de-aroused, wanting to have my way with her, etc.) Even the author in her notes said she made her children promise the wouldn't read it till they were 16. Mature readers.
Liked the retake on P&P - followed along nicely without copying. Liked William's brooding, protective nature. Thought all the characters were great actually. What I could have done without was all the borderline innuendos and lustful thoughts.
Moral Note: no language, talk of drugged date rape, which leads to pregnancy. Drugged girls, drinking/drunks, passionate kisses, mild talk sex (waiting), innuendos like (the need to take a cold shower, getting de-aroused, wanting to have my way with her, etc.) Even the author in her notes said she made her children promise the wouldn't read it till they were 16. Mature readers.
February 5, 2017
College is hell and dating is worst: 3.5-stars
The prologue to this story reminded of the opening scene to the 2007 BBC Sense and Sensibility, and like that movie, it was a seduction scene. It was not graphic, nor explicit, not even sensual, just the hazy [drug or alcohol induced] thoughts of a victim not completely aware that they were in danger...and then the camera faded to black.
This story was of college aged P&P characters with some names similar and some different. Their actions were somewhat consistent with canon. However, it was disconcerting trying to figure out who was Collins and who was Wickham. I had trouble determining who, what, when, where and why. I wonder if it was worth it to try and mash up characters and names so thoroughly that you can’t even follow the story? Several characters were introduced and never mentioned again in the story. That made for confusion that I felt was unnecessary.
In reading of Elizabeth’s…dang, Beth’s behavior, actions, word choices, prejudice, snarky come-backs, retorts and snippy words…it was hard to see any relation to Austen’s work. I’m trying, I really am. Les was very similar to Charles. Kara and Lucy were the epitome of Caroline and Louise in action and deed. Jenna as Jane, was a beauty and full of goodness. William was an excellent Darcy, with a modern bent.
As I stated earlier, the girls were still in college and the guys were a bit older. But, I have to admit, Austen’s Regency ladies were the same age. The contrast was startling. Since I prefer Regency, this modern take was a shock to my sensibilities. The familiarity between the sexes was most apparent during a camping trip. Since it was raining, that meant there were four to a tent, Les and Jenna, along with William and Beth. That was a bit difficult to get used to. They were fully [or nearly] clothed and in sleeping bags, but it was still a shock after having read several Regency stories with their strict codes on propriety.
We are following a P&P time-line and the series of events are similar to canon, if in tone only. Beth and William argued, separated after their misunderstanding, a letter was sent to explain Gianna’s situation, and Kara [Caroline] nearly says Jaxon’s [Wickham’s] name in front of Gianna [Georgiana] in an attempt to embarrass Beth.
Then we have Lydia…Lindy, Beth’s younger sister…spoiled by her mother, ignored by her father, unashamed, unabashed, wild, flirty and pouty when she didn’t get her way. A combination that we know is a set up for disaster. A senior in high school, she’s on her college visit to the college where Beth’s a Junior. Lawd, that girl; her inappropriate behavior had Beth sending her back home, where her parents ignored her pleas for them to rein her in. This would come back to haunt them.
The relationship between Beth and William was stormy at best. In this modern version, the sparks between them were brighter, the comments and retorts were harsher, the accusations carried more vitriol, and the attitudes seemed more severe. I caught myself cringing with each retort and snippy remark. There were moments of humor; however, it still, at times, felt a bit abrasive.
The climax was severe and the resolution was rewarding. In a pre-epilogue, we have the most amazing word picture I’ve seen in JAFF before. It was breathtaking…I am still reeling from the emotional punch the author delivered. Well done!!! And, then we had an epilogue…wow! Amazing!!
This was a clean story, although topics were discussed that would require a PG13 disclaimer. Those topics include discussions of underage drinking, drugs, date rape, pre-marital sex and abstinence.
The prologue to this story reminded of the opening scene to the 2007 BBC Sense and Sensibility, and like that movie, it was a seduction scene. It was not graphic, nor explicit, not even sensual, just the hazy [drug or alcohol induced] thoughts of a victim not completely aware that they were in danger...and then the camera faded to black.
This story was of college aged P&P characters with some names similar and some different. Their actions were somewhat consistent with canon. However, it was disconcerting trying to figure out who was Collins and who was Wickham. I had trouble determining who, what, when, where and why. I wonder if it was worth it to try and mash up characters and names so thoroughly that you can’t even follow the story? Several characters were introduced and never mentioned again in the story. That made for confusion that I felt was unnecessary.
In reading of Elizabeth’s…dang, Beth’s behavior, actions, word choices, prejudice, snarky come-backs, retorts and snippy words…it was hard to see any relation to Austen’s work. I’m trying, I really am. Les was very similar to Charles. Kara and Lucy were the epitome of Caroline and Louise in action and deed. Jenna as Jane, was a beauty and full of goodness. William was an excellent Darcy, with a modern bent.
As I stated earlier, the girls were still in college and the guys were a bit older. But, I have to admit, Austen’s Regency ladies were the same age. The contrast was startling. Since I prefer Regency, this modern take was a shock to my sensibilities. The familiarity between the sexes was most apparent during a camping trip. Since it was raining, that meant there were four to a tent, Les and Jenna, along with William and Beth. That was a bit difficult to get used to. They were fully [or nearly] clothed and in sleeping bags, but it was still a shock after having read several Regency stories with their strict codes on propriety.
We are following a P&P time-line and the series of events are similar to canon, if in tone only. Beth and William argued, separated after their misunderstanding, a letter was sent to explain Gianna’s situation, and Kara [Caroline] nearly says Jaxon’s [Wickham’s] name in front of Gianna [Georgiana] in an attempt to embarrass Beth.
Then we have Lydia…Lindy, Beth’s younger sister…spoiled by her mother, ignored by her father, unashamed, unabashed, wild, flirty and pouty when she didn’t get her way. A combination that we know is a set up for disaster. A senior in high school, she’s on her college visit to the college where Beth’s a Junior. Lawd, that girl; her inappropriate behavior had Beth sending her back home, where her parents ignored her pleas for them to rein her in. This would come back to haunt them.
The relationship between Beth and William was stormy at best. In this modern version, the sparks between them were brighter, the comments and retorts were harsher, the accusations carried more vitriol, and the attitudes seemed more severe. I caught myself cringing with each retort and snippy remark. There were moments of humor; however, it still, at times, felt a bit abrasive.
The climax was severe and the resolution was rewarding. In a pre-epilogue, we have the most amazing word picture I’ve seen in JAFF before. It was breathtaking…I am still reeling from the emotional punch the author delivered. Well done!!! And, then we had an epilogue…wow! Amazing!!
This was a clean story, although topics were discussed that would require a PG13 disclaimer. Those topics include discussions of underage drinking, drugs, date rape, pre-marital sex and abstinence.
August 9, 2013
This is a good story, just a little too borderline clean for my tastes. And I didn't understand why the underwear scenes were necessary. But I think the author has talent at storytelling.
June 14, 2013
This book is a wonderful modern day version of Pride and Prejudice with its characters, wit, chemistry and charm. I just finished reading this book and my rating is TEN STARS OUT OF TEN STARS! I can't begin to describe how much I enjoyed it! This is a wonderful modern day version of Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen by recreating the same wit, intelligence, chemistry, sharpness and the too quick to judge traits in Elizabeth Bennett and Darcy into the two main characters in this modern novel. She also cleverly recreated modern day versions of Jane Bennett and Charles Bingley and Darcy's sister. I am a HUGE fan of Jane Austen's novels and so I would think it would be difficult for me to find a modern day version of Pride and Prejudice that would adequately recreate the characters from that novel but this modern novel recreated those characters in a modern setting in an amazing way that makes you love the characters and keeps you on the edge of your seat with such an interesting and unique plot.
July 14, 2013
I along with every female seem to have a connection to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. There is something about falling for the wonderful Mr. Darcy that strikes a cord in most of us. I think for me it's the basis of to all wonderful love stories. Cinderella. Every women wants to find that "prince charming" and live happily ever after. I know I did and I am grateful that is how my life turned out. :)
As for this book, I liked the fact that it followed certain parts of Pride and Prejudice and also had it's own story. I liked the fact that the "Mr. Bingley" character never treated Jenna bad. I was not looking forward to that part of the book and I was glad to see the author changed it. I really liked the chemistry between William and Beth. It's like they were magnets. There was this never ending "pull" to each other and I loved the tension.
It was pretty clean and it was nice to see that the characters were moral. I really look forward to reading more by this author. I think this is a book that will roll around in my head every now and again.
As for this book, I liked the fact that it followed certain parts of Pride and Prejudice and also had it's own story. I liked the fact that the "Mr. Bingley" character never treated Jenna bad. I was not looking forward to that part of the book and I was glad to see the author changed it. I really liked the chemistry between William and Beth. It's like they were magnets. There was this never ending "pull" to each other and I loved the tension.
It was pretty clean and it was nice to see that the characters were moral. I really look forward to reading more by this author. I think this is a book that will roll around in my head every now and again.
July 28, 2013
First and foremost If there is a book that is based on Pride and Prejudice I have read it.I've made sure of that.At least I thought I had.Then I find Pride's Prejudice.I LOVED this take on Pride and Prejudice.It is similar and yet at the same time different.I LOVED that it didn't necessarily follow the same lines of every single remake.I LOVED that the characters were in college.I LOVED it.Notice a trend here?This was such a fresh take on this remake.I look forward to reading more work from Misty Dawn Pulsipher.I was literally glued to my kindle for hours.William,is a guy that sometimes does things in his head that seem right and then when a woman see's them its totally opposite.Im sure the story for most males in the world.Beth and William are both great characters and the secondary characters were on point.I cannot express how much I loved this story.Can I Beg you to write some more Jane Austen remakes?Pretty Please with a cherry on top?
January 17, 2020
DNF at 45%
Oh my, but this book takes DULL to a whole new level.
The author falls into the trap with most of the others travelling on the Jane-Austen-retold bandwagon: hey, let's not bother with developing real personalities for the MCs, Jane Austen did that for all of us.
Suffice to say it does not work.
The MC, Beth Pride, is an insufferably smug smartass. The author tries hard to make her a shining star by establishing her rival Kara (aka Caroline Bingley) as the dumbest & bitchiest of characters, but it just doesn't do.
So, off with its head ... cover ... whatever. It's not for me.
Oh my, but this book takes DULL to a whole new level.
The author falls into the trap with most of the others travelling on the Jane-Austen-retold bandwagon: hey, let's not bother with developing real personalities for the MCs, Jane Austen did that for all of us.
Suffice to say it does not work.
The MC, Beth Pride, is an insufferably smug smartass. The author tries hard to make her a shining star by establishing her rival Kara (aka Caroline Bingley) as the dumbest & bitchiest of characters, but it just doesn't do.
So, off with its head ... cover ... whatever. It's not for me.
October 15, 2013
Oh how I loved this book. I am so excited to have a book I finally want to neglect my 5 kids for. Reading time is pretty scarce around here, so for me to find a book that is worth my time is rare! I loved everything about this book from start to finish. It was such a fun read. I found myself invested in the characters right away, wanting them to be happy and so see them together. I loved looking for and spotting the parallels to Austen. The imagery was great, the story captivating, and I could feel the amazing passion between the characters. It made me wince, laugh, cry, and want to neglect my life so I could read it. What more could I ask for in a book?
February 23, 2019
DNF at 25%
This novel has been on my tbr FOREVER (literal years!), and I was so disappointed by it. The writing was very juvenile as Beth is currently in college while Darcy is a 26-year-old investor. The plot and characters were "inspired by" P&P while still being different enough to not have many similarities with the original which annoyed me. The plot so far was also a bit ridiculous and Beth "rolled her eyes" so many times, I'm surprised they're still connected to her head. Overall, 1.5 stars--mostly because of Darcy's romantic tendencies.
This novel has been on my tbr FOREVER (literal years!), and I was so disappointed by it. The writing was very juvenile as Beth is currently in college while Darcy is a 26-year-old investor. The plot and characters were "inspired by" P&P while still being different enough to not have many similarities with the original which annoyed me. The plot so far was also a bit ridiculous and Beth "rolled her eyes" so many times, I'm surprised they're still connected to her head. Overall, 1.5 stars--mostly because of Darcy's romantic tendencies.
August 9, 2013
This was a fun modern Pride and Prejudice Variation. I enjoyed it thoroughly. No gross scenes or anything. I couldn't put it down either. Go read it.
January 14, 2016
Pride's Prejudice by Misty Dawn Pulsipher
Totally loved this modernized,yet clean, version of the Classic favorite
I was a little leery of reading a "modernized" version of the Jane Austen classic-Pride & Prejudice which I love, because so often in the case of remakes of "classic" films that means taking the innocence of the era completely out, and instead filling the remake with the profanity and sexual immorality so common in today's society and giving it a 'R' rating!
I was thrilled to find that this author did not resort to that.It was also a huge plus that it was kept clean without having to be a 'Christian/Inspirational'novel.
Just a wonderful,clean,realistic,fun read.The verbal sparring between the heroine and hero are often LOL funny.
I started this book one evening and finished it the next day.Could not leave it alone and if I hadn't gotten up early the morning of the day I started it,I would have read this book in one sitting,but I read until my vision got too blurry to read!
There is wonderful character development,and I loved the setting in a small college town in Wyoming.I am excited to read more from this author.
Highly recommended for lovers of Romantic Comedy,and all other genres of Romance.
Totally loved this modernized,yet clean, version of the Classic favorite
I was a little leery of reading a "modernized" version of the Jane Austen classic-Pride & Prejudice which I love, because so often in the case of remakes of "classic" films that means taking the innocence of the era completely out, and instead filling the remake with the profanity and sexual immorality so common in today's society and giving it a 'R' rating!
I was thrilled to find that this author did not resort to that.It was also a huge plus that it was kept clean without having to be a 'Christian/Inspirational'novel.
Just a wonderful,clean,realistic,fun read.The verbal sparring between the heroine and hero are often LOL funny.
I started this book one evening and finished it the next day.Could not leave it alone and if I hadn't gotten up early the morning of the day I started it,I would have read this book in one sitting,but I read until my vision got too blurry to read!
There is wonderful character development,and I loved the setting in a small college town in Wyoming.I am excited to read more from this author.
Highly recommended for lovers of Romantic Comedy,and all other genres of Romance.
August 17, 2013
A fun contemporary re-telling of Jane Austen's masterpiece. Half the fun of reading this is picking out which modern characters are based on Ms. Austen's originals. Ms. Pulsipher makes it easy in most cases. It's also satisfying to recognize many of the original plot points in their new incarnations, not necessarily an easy task when the setting is a Wyoming college town.
I appreciated the fact that Ms. Pulsipher stayed true to the spirit of Pride and Prejudice in terms of just how far the romance went in Pride's Prejudice.
For fans of Jane Austen who are willing to venture out of Regency England, this will be a welcome addition to the bookshelf. So glad this landed on mine through a GoodReads First Reads giveaway.
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I appreciated the fact that Ms. Pulsipher stayed true to the spirit of Pride and Prejudice in terms of just how far the romance went in Pride's Prejudice.
For fans of Jane Austen who are willing to venture out of Regency England, this will be a welcome addition to the bookshelf. So glad this landed on mine through a GoodReads First Reads giveaway.
For more, see my blog post: http://my-book-diary.blogspot.com/201...
December 9, 2013
Modern take on Pride and Prejudice with no Lady Catherine in this version. Beth is our Elizabeth and Darcy's is arrogant when he first meets Beth as a children's charity event. He quickly realizes he is attracted to Beth and is in her company a lot as his best friend is dating Beth's best friend and roommate (our modern Jane). The difference in wealth is noted and Beth's quick wit and hatred of Darcy are put to the test when Darcy does a few nice things to Beth's surprise. Beth realizes her true feelings for Darcy when it suddenly seems that Darcy is out of her life. In this version Darcy's does not break up the relationship that his best friend has so this guarantees that Darcy and Beth will meet in future. It so ended well and it was a true happily ever after although perhaps the engagement and wedding too hasty for modern day. Light, fun read.
August 3, 2013
Pride and Prejudice is one of my favorite novels and this was a good modern day retelling of the story. I loved that the book goes back and forth between Beth and Williams point of views it was fun to be able to read things from Darcy's perspective. All of the major plot points from Pride and Prejudice are covered in this and told with a bit of a twist to them. This was a sweet story that I thoroughly enjoyed.
July 3, 2013
The storyline flows from the beloved Austen classic, housed in a modern setting. All the romance and heart (complete with a hunky Mr. Darcy) plus snarky asides, a hometown feel, and a cast of very memorable characters. Read it, you won't regret it.
August 21, 2013
Beth Pride despises William Darcy after he snubs her at a charity auction. Unfortunately, Beth's best friend, Jenna, and Williams's best friend, Les, fall in love and Beth and William are forced to spend time with each other. There are constant disagreements and misunderstandings between them, but over time they start to question their initial opinions of each other.
This is a cute and fluffy re-write of Pride and Prejudice set mostly in present day Wyoming. The characters were developed well and I enjoyed the fact that the author didn't stick exactly to the original storyline but added her own twists.
There were quite a few things about the book that bothered me. First of all, it was overly descriptive. The details of Beth's eyes alone made me exhausted. They brightened, they scowled, they seared, they burned, they twinkled, and on and on. Descriptions of William were equally overdone. I also got annoyed with Beth's roller coaster emotions, frequent crying and her "damsel in distress" situations. But what really made it fall apart for me was the time the characters spent in New York. The weird little details drove me crazy, like Fritz with all of his tattoos and piercings being compared to Jon Bon Jovi as if Jon Bon Jovi is an edgy, scary looking rocker. The entire NYC section just felt hokey as if the author hadn’t done research on the city and its stores, restaurants, fashion, etc. And don't get me started on William's vision of the future near the end of the book. If he'd had psychic tendencies through the entire story I may have bought it, but to throw it in at the end of the book was really distracting.
Give the book a try if you’re a huge fan of Austen re-writes, but maybe borrow rather than buy. I’m glad I did.
This is a cute and fluffy re-write of Pride and Prejudice set mostly in present day Wyoming. The characters were developed well and I enjoyed the fact that the author didn't stick exactly to the original storyline but added her own twists.
There were quite a few things about the book that bothered me. First of all, it was overly descriptive. The details of Beth's eyes alone made me exhausted. They brightened, they scowled, they seared, they burned, they twinkled, and on and on. Descriptions of William were equally overdone. I also got annoyed with Beth's roller coaster emotions, frequent crying and her "damsel in distress" situations. But what really made it fall apart for me was the time the characters spent in New York. The weird little details drove me crazy, like Fritz with all of his tattoos and piercings being compared to Jon Bon Jovi as if Jon Bon Jovi is an edgy, scary looking rocker. The entire NYC section just felt hokey as if the author hadn’t done research on the city and its stores, restaurants, fashion, etc. And don't get me started on William's vision of the future near the end of the book. If he'd had psychic tendencies through the entire story I may have bought it, but to throw it in at the end of the book was really distracting.
Give the book a try if you’re a huge fan of Austen re-writes, but maybe borrow rather than buy. I’m glad I did.
June 28, 2015
I absolutely loved this book. It's a more modern adaptation to Jane Austin's Pride and Prejudice and that made it so great. I am a fan of Pride and Prejudice and I love the movie ( in this case I think that the movie was better than the book). Anyway, if you have or have not read the book I suggest you watch the movie.I loved how stubborn Beth was throughout the book and that her last name was Pride. All of the character's in the book were exactly like how the characters in Pride and Prejudice acted and there was some scenes that mirrored what happened in Pride and Prejudice ( for example in the beginning of the book William Darcy meets Beth at a Charity Ball, whereas in Pride and Prejudice, Elizabeth meets William at a Ball too). I loved every single character in this book and would highly recommend this book to any person who loves Pride and Prejudice.
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August 2, 2013
I have a goofy smile plastered on my face after reading this sweet clean romance! A great read for 16 plus young adults and adults as well. You don't need to have read Pride and Prejudice to love and understand the fun play between the two main characters, but if you love Jane Austen you will enjoy the modern twist she uses for the storyline. I love Misty Dawn Pulsipher's descriptive writing style and her sense of humor. This was the perfect book to lose myself in. I'm so glad I bought it and will definitely read again and hand down to my daughters. WARNING!!! This is one of those books you pick up to read and then stay up until 3 in the morning to finish!
June 5, 2013
I loved how each character related to the ones we already love, and hate, in Pride and Prejudice. This book also had unexpected moments that made me think "I didn't see that coming." It kept me interested and I didn't want it to end.
August 2, 2013
Fans of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice will enjoy this modernization of the story. It stays true to the themes of the original with likeable characters and some fun descriptions. It's a fast, easy read and takes no time to get into the rhythm and pacing of the book.
August 1, 2013
Awwww what a sweet romance. The connection to pride and prejudice was pretty good. I did get a little bugged about the oh he doesn't like me that was still going on 80% into it. William was awesome!!!
August 24, 2013
It has been awhile since I've read a book that I enjoyed so much. And it was refreshing to find a book with characters with morals. I am a Jane Austen fan so this book caught my eye. I am so glad I picked up this book.
August 3, 2013
I really liked this modern take on Jane Austen's classic. It was very fresh and maintained the heart, soul and spirit of the original. I loved the sparks between Beth and William!
April 15, 2014
Fun romp! Not perfect but a fantastic beach read for Austen fans.
February 1, 2017
Despite it's cover this is a modern day romance. And despite our author being LDS this book wasn't as clean as one would hope. I had a feeling I had read this book all through it, but turns out I hadn't...must remind me of another one.
So, I did like the basic story line and the characters. Just wished it would've been cleaner.
Moral Note: Lots of innuendos, some passionate kisses, talk of drugging & date rape that lead to pregnancy, one scene has Beth falling in a freezing river, and William stripping her down to her underwear in a tent and giving her his shirt - survival I guess. Stuff like that. Her sister gets brought home by two strangers drunk, and ends up not making some wise decisions. So, not one I would let my teenager read.
So, I did like the basic story line and the characters. Just wished it would've been cleaner.
Moral Note: Lots of innuendos, some passionate kisses, talk of drugging & date rape that lead to pregnancy, one scene has Beth falling in a freezing river, and William stripping her down to her underwear in a tent and giving her his shirt - survival I guess. Stuff like that. Her sister gets brought home by two strangers drunk, and ends up not making some wise decisions. So, not one I would let my teenager read.
March 21, 2015
4.5 stars
I bought this book due to the recommendation in one of the other reviews, as the author of that review is my friend (and author) Joy Dawn King. The fact that she not only gave it 5 stars but also stated that she has read it over and over again sold me.
This is a modern day variation on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. I found it very clever that she used that title to translate into her own title and then also has a heroine named Beth Pride! Ms. Pulsipher used many names, places and events from the canon but twisted them into her own story. I liked what she did. None of it seemed trite nor contrived.
The story is angst filled from the onset. In fact the beginning reminded me of the beginning of the film version of Sense and Sensibility starring Dominic Cooper. Things which made me laugh and relate were: best friends Jenna/Jane and Beth/Elizabeth buying/eating/baking junk food when PMS hit, William calling Beth "sweetheart" (I picture Humphrey Bogart saying that.), moments when he also called her "woman"...just the context and the tone I was able to pick up made me warm to the moment and smile, both having angst in times of sexual chemistry overload, and times, i.e., her poem being set to music, when the love became so upfront, even though ODC had problems translating such at times. I can picture them surrounded by the smell of the other when they were forced to use the other’s T-shirt or blanket. Moments like those appealed to my romantic side.
Yes, the story was predictable. With any variation of P&P we true Janeites and JAFF lovers expect HEA!!! How we get there and the ability of the author to make it interesting enough and different from the original tell in how our interest is caught and held. I bought this in the late afternoon yesterday and finished 75% by bedtime. I will at some point read this story again and am now going to look at the author's other story.
I recommend this to all. The only reason I took away ½ star is that there was little given about William Darcy's background, schooling or his professional life. And the reason they came to the small town in Wyoming was scantily stated. I would have liked a little more there. And just where did they settle? And did Beth ever complete her education? And what happened with Lindy/Lydia? Hope she reformed and settled down.
Oh, and the cover - photo of Beth's gown for the college dance! ...Lovely!
I bought this book due to the recommendation in one of the other reviews, as the author of that review is my friend (and author) Joy Dawn King. The fact that she not only gave it 5 stars but also stated that she has read it over and over again sold me.
This is a modern day variation on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. I found it very clever that she used that title to translate into her own title and then also has a heroine named Beth Pride! Ms. Pulsipher used many names, places and events from the canon but twisted them into her own story. I liked what she did. None of it seemed trite nor contrived.
The story is angst filled from the onset. In fact the beginning reminded me of the beginning of the film version of Sense and Sensibility starring Dominic Cooper. Things which made me laugh and relate were: best friends Jenna/Jane and Beth/Elizabeth buying/eating/baking junk food when PMS hit, William calling Beth "sweetheart" (I picture Humphrey Bogart saying that.), moments when he also called her "woman"...just the context and the tone I was able to pick up made me warm to the moment and smile, both having angst in times of sexual chemistry overload, and times, i.e., her poem being set to music, when the love became so upfront, even though ODC had problems translating such at times. I can picture them surrounded by the smell of the other when they were forced to use the other’s T-shirt or blanket. Moments like those appealed to my romantic side.
Yes, the story was predictable. With any variation of P&P we true Janeites and JAFF lovers expect HEA!!! How we get there and the ability of the author to make it interesting enough and different from the original tell in how our interest is caught and held. I bought this in the late afternoon yesterday and finished 75% by bedtime. I will at some point read this story again and am now going to look at the author's other story.
I recommend this to all. The only reason I took away ½ star is that there was little given about William Darcy's background, schooling or his professional life. And the reason they came to the small town in Wyoming was scantily stated. I would have liked a little more there. And just where did they settle? And did Beth ever complete her education? And what happened with Lindy/Lydia? Hope she reformed and settled down.
Oh, and the cover - photo of Beth's gown for the college dance! ...Lovely!
August 23, 2013
As I am sure you could infer from the synopsis, Pride’s Prejudice by Misty Dawn Pulsipher is a modern day adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice. There are several adaptations and Austen inspired works, but quite frankly I’ll probably never get enough. If it involves Jane Austen, chances are I am going to love it – and love it I did.
Beth and William are wonderfully entertaining characters, and personality wise they are very true to Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy. The verbal sparring between the characters is no less entertaining than the original Lizzie and Darcy, and their interactions are also a pleasure to follow. Beth and William are like magnets; they constantly find themselves drawn to each other even though they find it difficult to get along. I appreciate the fact that while William’s personality and actions are very true to Darcy’s character, William is a bit more open than Darcy, and once he realises he likes Beth he makes a move. I also appreciated that Beth and William get together before the very end of the story and that the author gives the reader the time and opportunity to appreciate them as a unit. The supporting characters are also interesting and very true to their original counterparts.
While this version sticks closely to the original storyline, there are enough changes to make the book refreshing and interesting to follow, and while lovers of Pride & Prejudice will have a general idea where the story would end up, certain aspects are unpredictable and it is a joy to see where the author will take you next. I love the many ways the author spun events from Pride & Prejudice to make it realistic in modern times, and she did a wonderful job of portraying the progression of Beth and William’s relationship. Beth and William have great chemistry… and I can’t help but wonder what Ms Austen would say about the sexual tension! The author took great care, though, to not overdo anything and she cleverly managed to stay true to Austen’s sense of propriety while keeping a modern romance realistic and giving the readers some passion.
Pride’s Prejudice is a fresh take on a classic that respectfully portrays events in a modern light. Any Austen fan will enjoy this take on the beloved classic.
Beth and William are wonderfully entertaining characters, and personality wise they are very true to Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy. The verbal sparring between the characters is no less entertaining than the original Lizzie and Darcy, and their interactions are also a pleasure to follow. Beth and William are like magnets; they constantly find themselves drawn to each other even though they find it difficult to get along. I appreciate the fact that while William’s personality and actions are very true to Darcy’s character, William is a bit more open than Darcy, and once he realises he likes Beth he makes a move. I also appreciated that Beth and William get together before the very end of the story and that the author gives the reader the time and opportunity to appreciate them as a unit. The supporting characters are also interesting and very true to their original counterparts.
While this version sticks closely to the original storyline, there are enough changes to make the book refreshing and interesting to follow, and while lovers of Pride & Prejudice will have a general idea where the story would end up, certain aspects are unpredictable and it is a joy to see where the author will take you next. I love the many ways the author spun events from Pride & Prejudice to make it realistic in modern times, and she did a wonderful job of portraying the progression of Beth and William’s relationship. Beth and William have great chemistry… and I can’t help but wonder what Ms Austen would say about the sexual tension! The author took great care, though, to not overdo anything and she cleverly managed to stay true to Austen’s sense of propriety while keeping a modern romance realistic and giving the readers some passion.
Pride’s Prejudice is a fresh take on a classic that respectfully portrays events in a modern light. Any Austen fan will enjoy this take on the beloved classic.
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