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The Gypsy Blessing #1
The Mystic Blessing: An Austen-Inspired Regency Romance
While taking a solitary ramble on her father’s estate, Elizabeth Bennet finds an injured woman, cares for her, and helps her return to her gypsy camp. For her exceptional kindness, Elizabeth is awarded a blessing, bestowed through gypsy magic.
Forgetting the incident, Elizabeth thinks it merely odd when she begins to receive drawings in the mail with no return address—until she recognizes these same scenes as they become true events in her life. Through the blessing, circumstances bring Elizabeth and Jane Bennet to Ramsgate, where they meet Georgiana and Fitzwilliam Darcy, along with a charming young man named George Wickham.
Will Elizabeth’s efforts to reshape future events alter her destiny?
Forgetting the incident, Elizabeth thinks it merely odd when she begins to receive drawings in the mail with no return address—until she recognizes these same scenes as they become true events in her life. Through the blessing, circumstances bring Elizabeth and Jane Bennet to Ramsgate, where they meet Georgiana and Fitzwilliam Darcy, along with a charming young man named George Wickham.
Will Elizabeth’s efforts to reshape future events alter her destiny?
384 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 5, 2013
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Wendi Sotis
27 books138 followersWendi Sotis lives on Long Island, NY, with her husband and triplets. Years ago, while searching for Pride and Prejudice from Darcy’s point of view, she became thoroughly enamored with Jane Austen Fan Fiction or JAFF. In early 2010, she dreamed an idea for a story and hasn’t stopped writing since.
The Marriage Pact, and some of her works-in-progress, have branched away to Regency Romance and Contemporary Romantic Mysteries, but Wendi will also continue bringing Darcy and Lizzy together again and again in an unusual manner.
The Marriage Pact, and some of her works-in-progress, have branched away to Regency Romance and Contemporary Romantic Mysteries, but Wendi will also continue bringing Darcy and Lizzy together again and again in an unusual manner.
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February 11, 2018
Unputdownable!
The Gypsy Blessing captivated me from start to finish. Thrilling plot with a paranormal theme.
Enters the summer before canon where Elizabeth helps a gypsy lady and receives a blessing for her aid.
Almost a year passes before drawings starts to appear via mail. The drawings shows events of the future and Elizabeth question her own sanity. Taking Jane into her confidence, a drawing shows a man that Elizabeth is immediately drawn to. Elizabeth thought the drawings might have been by her aunt Gardiner but she denies the fact. After receiving some pictures from the seaside, Elizabeth and Jane are invited to Ramsgate by the Gardiner's as they are worried about Elizabeth's health. In Ramsgate they encounter the Darcy's and are instrumental in the Wickham debacle.
ODC are immidiately attracted to each other but the development of their relationship was excruciatingly slow burning due to Darcy's mercurical moods as he fights the attraction with every fiber of his being. Elizabeth cannot figure him out and believe that the drawings of her and Darcy will not come to pass...
They reunite in Meryton but Wickham still has some aces up his sleeve...
Ends in an HEA and an epilogue that I would have loved to have seen more eloborated...
Heartily recommend this book!
The Gypsy Blessing captivated me from start to finish. Thrilling plot with a paranormal theme.
Enters the summer before canon where Elizabeth helps a gypsy lady and receives a blessing for her aid.
Almost a year passes before drawings starts to appear via mail. The drawings shows events of the future and Elizabeth question her own sanity. Taking Jane into her confidence, a drawing shows a man that Elizabeth is immediately drawn to. Elizabeth thought the drawings might have been by her aunt Gardiner but she denies the fact. After receiving some pictures from the seaside, Elizabeth and Jane are invited to Ramsgate by the Gardiner's as they are worried about Elizabeth's health. In Ramsgate they encounter the Darcy's and are instrumental in the Wickham debacle.
ODC are immidiately attracted to each other but the development of their relationship was excruciatingly slow burning due to Darcy's mercurical moods as he fights the attraction with every fiber of his being. Elizabeth cannot figure him out and believe that the drawings of her and Darcy will not come to pass...
They reunite in Meryton but Wickham still has some aces up his sleeve...
Ends in an HEA and an epilogue that I would have loved to have seen more eloborated...
Heartily recommend this book!
March 21, 2015
This was one of those books which I could not put down. I began and finished it today. It departs from canon in the beginning and in the events following that "Gypsy Blessing" written there. But many times it touched my heart, even bringing me to tears.
Lizzie's good nature is evident on the first page when upon encountering a wounded gypsy woman she stops and helps bind up her wounds and then helps her return to her encampment. A lovely pendant is urged upon her as the lady and her husband insist it was meant for "Elizabeth Bennet". Lizzy tucks it away in a drawer...for how can she explain its existence to her mother and from whom she received it.
Months pass, Elizabeth has a birthday and strange letters with drawings begin to show up wherever she is in residence - spooking the servants who had just dusted that side table upon which the letter now rests. The drawings are not understood at first and then they freak out Lizzy and Jane, with whom Lizzy shares in an attempt to save being committed to Bedlam.
Ramsgate, Bingley's arrival at Netherfield, Jane's illness, the Assembly Dance, the Ball at Netherfield, Wickham and Mrs. Younge - all show up in this story and play a part. But Elizabeth cannot accept that a man with whom she fell in love upon seeing him in a drawing will ever be hers. Again class separations and certain prejudices seem to be encroaching on ODC's relationship.
Elizabeth shows such courage and wisdom/common sense in this story. She is a true heroine. I liked her relationship with Georgiana and even the man servant with whom she used to climb trees as a child. And then there is her humor in (again) watching Miss Bingley try to cast her net for Darcy. Even Mrs. Hurst gets her say in observing Caroline's maneuvers. And then there is that poignant epilogue - sigh!
Lovely story. I don't usually like to read P&P variations with supernatural events but this is one not to miss. Imaginative and sweet.
Lizzie's good nature is evident on the first page when upon encountering a wounded gypsy woman she stops and helps bind up her wounds and then helps her return to her encampment. A lovely pendant is urged upon her as the lady and her husband insist it was meant for "Elizabeth Bennet". Lizzy tucks it away in a drawer...for how can she explain its existence to her mother and from whom she received it.
Months pass, Elizabeth has a birthday and strange letters with drawings begin to show up wherever she is in residence - spooking the servants who had just dusted that side table upon which the letter now rests. The drawings are not understood at first and then they freak out Lizzy and Jane, with whom Lizzy shares in an attempt to save being committed to Bedlam.
Ramsgate, Bingley's arrival at Netherfield, Jane's illness, the Assembly Dance, the Ball at Netherfield, Wickham and Mrs. Younge - all show up in this story and play a part. But Elizabeth cannot accept that a man with whom she fell in love upon seeing him in a drawing will ever be hers. Again class separations and certain prejudices seem to be encroaching on ODC's relationship.
Elizabeth shows such courage and wisdom/common sense in this story. She is a true heroine. I liked her relationship with Georgiana and even the man servant with whom she used to climb trees as a child. And then there is her humor in (again) watching Miss Bingley try to cast her net for Darcy. Even Mrs. Hurst gets her say in observing Caroline's maneuvers. And then there is that poignant epilogue - sigh!
Lovely story. I don't usually like to read P&P variations with supernatural events but this is one not to miss. Imaginative and sweet.
January 17, 2016
A very clever premise,a brave and strong Lizzy,a Darcy that accepts he cannot live without her,a naive but oddly strong Georgiana and a Wickham that is as dangerous and mad as ever.
Yes,dear reader such are the delights that await you on reading this wonderful tale.
I loved how truly courageous Lizzy was,that despite her own safety,she was willing to do whatever it took to safeguard that of Georginia.
I really like learning of the back story of Mrs Younge and her reasons for her behaviour.
Loved the scene at the end between Darcy and his cousin and the 'persuasive' arguments one used in an effort to help the other realise exactly why he should offer for Lizzy....... reverse psychology at its best!!!
I really enjoyed this book,it is so endearing and I highly recommend it!
Yes,dear reader such are the delights that await you on reading this wonderful tale.
I loved how truly courageous Lizzy was,that despite her own safety,she was willing to do whatever it took to safeguard that of Georginia.
I really like learning of the back story of Mrs Younge and her reasons for her behaviour.
Loved the scene at the end between Darcy and his cousin and the 'persuasive' arguments one used in an effort to help the other realise exactly why he should offer for Lizzy....... reverse psychology at its best!!!
I really enjoyed this book,it is so endearing and I highly recommend it!
May 21, 2015
With a pinch of the paranormal delivered by a unique gypsy magic, this Pride & Prejudice variation was a delicious treat from cover to cover.
Elizabeth happens upon an injured woman and renders aid and assistance expecting nothing in return, but the gratitude of the gypsies is in the form of a blessing. Elizabeth forgets about the incident, but is reminded much later when mysterious drawings start arriving for her predicting future events. The events swirl around her family and those of a pair she will soon encounter in Ramsgate.
Darcy wishes for the recovery of his sister's health so determines the seaside town that did so much for their mother will be where he sets up Georgiana for a holiday with a lady companion. He struggles to be the proper guardian for Georgiana after his parents' deaths and he feels the responsibility of all that his father has left him in conducting the business of the estate and other means of wealth. A chance encounter with a young woman draws his mind from these heavy concerns.
Soon however, the mysterious pictures connect Darcy and Elizabeth and lead them on a journey of danger, excitement, discovery, tenderness and growth. Darcy must struggle with his head telling him that Elizabeth isn't for him even if his heart recognizes that she is the only woman for him. Elizabeth is caught between her growing feelings for Darcy and her need to keep the gypsies' gift a secret from him even if it costs her the chance for happiness.
The story bears elements of the original P&P story, but is truly its own tale. The characters are gentler versions of themselves with the exception of Wickham who is a true nasty in this one. There are barriers and conflicts, but they deviate from the original too. The story paces along gently moving from direct action to passive reflective voice and back to action again. The romance is slow to develop and is sweet and tender. Settings include Ramsgate, London, Netherfield, and Longbourn. It was interesting with the focus missing Pemberley and Hunsford and the drama happening elsewhere.
Elizabeth and Darcy share the narration though most if it is from Elizabeth's perspective. Some minor characters get larger roles like Georgiana, Jane, Caroline Bingley, Wickham, Mrs. Younge, the Gardiners, and Mr. Bennet. The others are there with the exception of Lady C.
All in all, this was a delightful new rendering of an old story and familiar characters. Probably not the book for purists, but I would recommend it for those who enjoy Austenesque or Sweet Historical Romance.
Elizabeth happens upon an injured woman and renders aid and assistance expecting nothing in return, but the gratitude of the gypsies is in the form of a blessing. Elizabeth forgets about the incident, but is reminded much later when mysterious drawings start arriving for her predicting future events. The events swirl around her family and those of a pair she will soon encounter in Ramsgate.
Darcy wishes for the recovery of his sister's health so determines the seaside town that did so much for their mother will be where he sets up Georgiana for a holiday with a lady companion. He struggles to be the proper guardian for Georgiana after his parents' deaths and he feels the responsibility of all that his father has left him in conducting the business of the estate and other means of wealth. A chance encounter with a young woman draws his mind from these heavy concerns.
Soon however, the mysterious pictures connect Darcy and Elizabeth and lead them on a journey of danger, excitement, discovery, tenderness and growth. Darcy must struggle with his head telling him that Elizabeth isn't for him even if his heart recognizes that she is the only woman for him. Elizabeth is caught between her growing feelings for Darcy and her need to keep the gypsies' gift a secret from him even if it costs her the chance for happiness.
The story bears elements of the original P&P story, but is truly its own tale. The characters are gentler versions of themselves with the exception of Wickham who is a true nasty in this one. There are barriers and conflicts, but they deviate from the original too. The story paces along gently moving from direct action to passive reflective voice and back to action again. The romance is slow to develop and is sweet and tender. Settings include Ramsgate, London, Netherfield, and Longbourn. It was interesting with the focus missing Pemberley and Hunsford and the drama happening elsewhere.
Elizabeth and Darcy share the narration though most if it is from Elizabeth's perspective. Some minor characters get larger roles like Georgiana, Jane, Caroline Bingley, Wickham, Mrs. Younge, the Gardiners, and Mr. Bennet. The others are there with the exception of Lady C.
All in all, this was a delightful new rendering of an old story and familiar characters. Probably not the book for purists, but I would recommend it for those who enjoy Austenesque or Sweet Historical Romance.
June 15, 2016
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The Gypsy Blessing has a very different storyline than the usual “what if” stories, and it requires some detachment from the original story. If you like and accept the premise of the book you will love it!
After helping an injured gypsy, Lizzie receives a blessing that will help her in her path to happiness.
She starts receiving mysterious drawings that show her events that will occur in the future. Elizabeth starts realizing she can change the future based on the information she is receiving from the drawings and because of that she travels to Ramsgate where she meets Mr. Darcy and Georgiana. After that event, the book follows the timeline and events Jane Austen created in Pride and Prejudice, but because of the drawings, Elizabeth’s perception is very different, and the story takes a different route. She doesn’t have prejudice against Mr. Darcy, and does not favour Whickam, but despite this change, the character remains very true to herself and we can still find a lot of angst and adventures in the book.
It is a surprisingly fresh and loving book. There is no lack of propriety, and the only intimate scene portrayed in the book is a kiss between Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth after they are married. But the love story is marvellous, I really enjoyed it and recommend it to those who want to read a good book.
The Gypsy Blessing has a very different storyline than the usual “what if” stories, and it requires some detachment from the original story. If you like and accept the premise of the book you will love it!
After helping an injured gypsy, Lizzie receives a blessing that will help her in her path to happiness.
She starts receiving mysterious drawings that show her events that will occur in the future. Elizabeth starts realizing she can change the future based on the information she is receiving from the drawings and because of that she travels to Ramsgate where she meets Mr. Darcy and Georgiana. After that event, the book follows the timeline and events Jane Austen created in Pride and Prejudice, but because of the drawings, Elizabeth’s perception is very different, and the story takes a different route. She doesn’t have prejudice against Mr. Darcy, and does not favour Whickam, but despite this change, the character remains very true to herself and we can still find a lot of angst and adventures in the book.
It is a surprisingly fresh and loving book. There is no lack of propriety, and the only intimate scene portrayed in the book is a kiss between Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth after they are married. But the love story is marvellous, I really enjoyed it and recommend it to those who want to read a good book.
September 10, 2021
This was a fascinating book. I enjoyed the angst between Darcy and Elizabeth and was relieved when she finally revealed her *secret* source of knowledge. The gypsy aspect is a bit absurd but i thought it added some necessary excitement to the plot. The story did drag a bit for me towards the end but I will still so invested in seeing my happy ending which does come and is beautifully done. Highly enjoyable read.
August 6, 2023
What an original premise for a story. The title has been updated to The Mystic Blessing in the edition I read. It's a variation on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, though this one veers quite widely from the original, and begins months in advance of it.
Elizabeth Bennet is out walking near her home when she comes upon an injured woman, who she can tell by her dress is a member of a band of traveling people encamped nearby. Elizabeth comes to her aid and helps her back to her camp. There the woman's husband thanks her and gives his permission for the injured woman - a "mystic" - to offer a blessing, as well as gift her with a necklace that's intended as a good luck charm.
On her twentieth birthday, Lizzy begins receiving letters containing drawings, and she soon realizes that the pictures are of things that are going to happen, or people she's going to meet in the near future. In some cases she's able to change events for the better, because of the pre-knowledge she receives from the letters. But at first she fears she's going mad. Prior to confirming that it's not all in her imagination, Lizzy has mentioned the drawings to her aunt in a letter, as well as to her sister Jane. The Gardiners are concerned for their niece, so they invite both Jane and Lizzy to accompany them on their trip to Ramsgate. There Elizabeth meets the Darcys quite by accident, but Lizzy immediately recognizes Mr. Darcy from one of the drawings she's received. She continues even away from home to receive a new drawing or group of drawings now and then, predicting future events.
While this is a complete rewrite of the original story and it is paranormal, the romance, the characters, and the reasoning out of people's affections remains pretty much true to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. There are some violent scenes, which is why I added a shelf label of disturbing content. But it's a well-thought-out, imaginative variation, and I enjoyed it a lot.
Elizabeth Bennet is out walking near her home when she comes upon an injured woman, who she can tell by her dress is a member of a band of traveling people encamped nearby. Elizabeth comes to her aid and helps her back to her camp. There the woman's husband thanks her and gives his permission for the injured woman - a "mystic" - to offer a blessing, as well as gift her with a necklace that's intended as a good luck charm.
On her twentieth birthday, Lizzy begins receiving letters containing drawings, and she soon realizes that the pictures are of things that are going to happen, or people she's going to meet in the near future. In some cases she's able to change events for the better, because of the pre-knowledge she receives from the letters. But at first she fears she's going mad. Prior to confirming that it's not all in her imagination, Lizzy has mentioned the drawings to her aunt in a letter, as well as to her sister Jane. The Gardiners are concerned for their niece, so they invite both Jane and Lizzy to accompany them on their trip to Ramsgate. There Elizabeth meets the Darcys quite by accident, but Lizzy immediately recognizes Mr. Darcy from one of the drawings she's received. She continues even away from home to receive a new drawing or group of drawings now and then, predicting future events.
While this is a complete rewrite of the original story and it is paranormal, the romance, the characters, and the reasoning out of people's affections remains pretty much true to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. There are some violent scenes, which is why I added a shelf label of disturbing content. But it's a well-thought-out, imaginative variation, and I enjoyed it a lot.
February 19, 2017
This was such a creative concept, and it was executed extremely well. I can't think of a single thing I didn't like about it. I didn't go into it expecting quite such an involved story, so that was a nice surprise. It starts before Georgiana goes to Ramsgate and goes all the way into Bingley coming to Hertfordshire and beyond. I loved the friendship between Georgiana, Elizabeth, and Jane. It was a nice touch that Jane was included, even though she had a smaller part and lesser friendship, and I liked how she was "in the know" about the gypsy blessing from the beginning. Elizabeth and Darcy's friendship was also really nice, and a nice change from the insta-love that I've seen in other stories. There were some fairly intense scenes as Elizabeth uses the drawings she receives to try to prevent events from happening, and both the build up of suspense and the outcomes were well done. Highly recommended!
May 7, 2017
You’ve Got Mail of future events… gypsy magic, gypsy blessing and HEA: 5-stars
Elizabeth Bennet has a problem. She is receiving advance notice of events through drawings that are magically appearing wherever she is staying.
I loved this book, and I could not put it down. Another reviewer suggested it and I am so glad I took a chance. I simply loved it.
After assisting a gypsy woman, Elizabeth is given a necklace for good luck along with a gypsy blessing for happiness. She never thinks another thing about it until she starts receiving drawings in the mail [even though the mail has not run]. Where are they coming from, who is sending them?
There are many excellent reviews that will give you an outline of the story. I just want to say how much I enjoyed the emotional run of watching the events unfold after Elizabeth receives each drawing. Some were extremely touching while others indicated life or death.
Superstitions were rampant in the Regency era and Elizabeth knew she had to be very careful who she told and what she said regarding the drawings. She knew her very sanity would be in question. After Aunt Gardiner sends Jane a letter voicing her concern for Elizabeth’s health, Jane gently prods until Elizabeth reluctantly tells her about the drawings. Together they watched as event after event unfolded.
As our story progressed, the intensity of the drawings became more dark and dangerous. Together with the Gardiners, Elizabeth and Jane were able to prevent several dastardly deeds of disastrous proportions. Friendships were developed that expanded the coming together of Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy. His struggle was consistent with his personality and social class… she was beneath him.
Caroline was devilishly desperate in her attempts to ingratiate herself with Georgiana and Mr. Darcy. Now that girl was clueless as she slid into the comical and ridiculous. I loved what Mrs. Hurst did at the end. You will love it.
As the reader approaches the conclusion, the tension intensifies to the point you think you can’t take anymore. Elizabeth’s attempts at preventing a heinous crime turned dangerous and deadly. OMG I didn’t think I could stand it. Well done!!! Oh… no spoiler… just a caution… it isn’t over until it’s over. Don’t relax too soon. There are several late surprises that caught me off guard.
Elizabeth Bennet has a problem. She is receiving advance notice of events through drawings that are magically appearing wherever she is staying.
I loved this book, and I could not put it down. Another reviewer suggested it and I am so glad I took a chance. I simply loved it.
After assisting a gypsy woman, Elizabeth is given a necklace for good luck along with a gypsy blessing for happiness. She never thinks another thing about it until she starts receiving drawings in the mail [even though the mail has not run]. Where are they coming from, who is sending them?
There are many excellent reviews that will give you an outline of the story. I just want to say how much I enjoyed the emotional run of watching the events unfold after Elizabeth receives each drawing. Some were extremely touching while others indicated life or death.
Superstitions were rampant in the Regency era and Elizabeth knew she had to be very careful who she told and what she said regarding the drawings. She knew her very sanity would be in question. After Aunt Gardiner sends Jane a letter voicing her concern for Elizabeth’s health, Jane gently prods until Elizabeth reluctantly tells her about the drawings. Together they watched as event after event unfolded.
As our story progressed, the intensity of the drawings became more dark and dangerous. Together with the Gardiners, Elizabeth and Jane were able to prevent several dastardly deeds of disastrous proportions. Friendships were developed that expanded the coming together of Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy. His struggle was consistent with his personality and social class… she was beneath him.
Caroline was devilishly desperate in her attempts to ingratiate herself with Georgiana and Mr. Darcy. Now that girl was clueless as she slid into the comical and ridiculous. I loved what Mrs. Hurst did at the end. You will love it.
As the reader approaches the conclusion, the tension intensifies to the point you think you can’t take anymore. Elizabeth’s attempts at preventing a heinous crime turned dangerous and deadly. OMG I didn’t think I could stand it. Well done!!! Oh… no spoiler… just a caution… it isn’t over until it’s over. Don’t relax too soon. There are several late surprises that caught me off guard.
November 11, 2014
This is a really unique P&P wrap around.The author adds some fascinating twists to P&P canon and the result is a satisfying; if not a little long, read.
When Lizzy Bennet comes to the aid of Gypsy woman in the woods near Longbourn she is rewarded with a beautiful necklace. A few months later she begins receiving precognitive drawings in the mail. At first she thinks they are from her Aunt Gardiner but when that is dis proven she begins to question her sanity as she has a physical reaction when the drawings come true.
Event evolve and she and Jane end up in Ramsgate and with the help of Aunt Gardiner are able to wise Georgiana Darcy to Wickham's nefariousness. This allows Lizzy to meet Darcy before the assembly. The drawings continue to arrive and allow Lizzy to save Georgiana again.
When Lizzy Bennet comes to the aid of Gypsy woman in the woods near Longbourn she is rewarded with a beautiful necklace. A few months later she begins receiving precognitive drawings in the mail. At first she thinks they are from her Aunt Gardiner but when that is dis proven she begins to question her sanity as she has a physical reaction when the drawings come true.
Event evolve and she and Jane end up in Ramsgate and with the help of Aunt Gardiner are able to wise Georgiana Darcy to Wickham's nefariousness. This allows Lizzy to meet Darcy before the assembly. The drawings continue to arrive and allow Lizzy to save Georgiana again.
January 21, 2015
Thoroughly enjoyable!!!
What's to say but I loved this book. I know, if you read other of my reviews it may sound repetitive, but I wouldn't say/write what is not true.
This book had just enough angst to keep me glued to it until I finished. I loved how Ms Sotis wrote E&D and both Jane and Georgiana. I really enjoyed the development of the characters and the story, how everything connected well and came full circle in the end.
I believe any and all JAFFers will just adore this book. I can't wait to read The Gypsy Blessing 2!!!!
What's to say but I loved this book. I know, if you read other of my reviews it may sound repetitive, but I wouldn't say/write what is not true.
This book had just enough angst to keep me glued to it until I finished. I loved how Ms Sotis wrote E&D and both Jane and Georgiana. I really enjoyed the development of the characters and the story, how everything connected well and came full circle in the end.
I believe any and all JAFFers will just adore this book. I can't wait to read The Gypsy Blessing 2!!!!
February 13, 2017
I enjoyed this story much more than I had expected. Elizabeth and Jane were determined to change bad future events in lives of the Darcys. Elizabeth was brave and kind, and unfailingly loyal. Darcy was determined to torture himself with his attraction towards Elizabeth, until pretty late in the book. Wickham was wicked, but he got his just deserts. Mrs. Young story was very interesting. Great book.
April 12, 2015
I enjoyed this book. The magic the gypsy gives Elizabeth with the crystal ball. Stayed awake to read this on one sitting.
February 19, 2018
This is a Pride and Prejudice variation with a difference... the magical unexplained! Elizabeth experiences a chance meeting with an injured Gypsy woman who, in return for her assistance, offers the Gypsy Blessing. Elizabeth thinks little of this until drawings start arriving depicting scenes of the future.
I enjoyed this book, different from many of others of a similar type, yet maintaining many aspects of the original plot. Elizabeth and Jane are involved in all of the events at Ramsgate so Georgiana Darcy has much more of a role.
I wasn't sold at the beginning of the story, I found Elizabeth's response to the first drawings a little odd. She also annoyed me a little at the end. The Elizabeth in this story is the perfect heroine, but not quite so perfect she is annoying! Georgiana and Jane are lovely and Mr Darcy is a great character too.
This is quite a long book and it didn't consistently hold my interest, particularly through the middle part of the book. The ending was really good. Definitely worth a read.
I enjoyed this book, different from many of others of a similar type, yet maintaining many aspects of the original plot. Elizabeth and Jane are involved in all of the events at Ramsgate so Georgiana Darcy has much more of a role.
I wasn't sold at the beginning of the story, I found Elizabeth's response to the first drawings a little odd. She also annoyed me a little at the end. The Elizabeth in this story is the perfect heroine, but not quite so perfect she is annoying! Georgiana and Jane are lovely and Mr Darcy is a great character too.
This is quite a long book and it didn't consistently hold my interest, particularly through the middle part of the book. The ending was really good. Definitely worth a read.
April 17, 2018
After saving the life of a female gypsy Elizabeth starts to receive drawings which seem to predict the future. Soon she and Jane are on their way to Ramsgate where they meet the couple shown. And the drawings continue to arrive. Can Elizabeth somehow change the future reflected in the drawings.
An enjoyable story that is quite different from canon but still has the Bingleys and Wickham.
An enjoyable story that is quite different from canon but still has the Bingleys and Wickham.
July 1, 2024
Mystical
This was a pleasant read, with a bit of magic by way of picture prognostication. In this variation, Elizabeth is less proud and prejudiced, but Darcy spends most of the story fighting his feelings and deliberating her suitability as a friend to Georgiana. The harbingers are mostly changeable, and the writer devises neat twists to further the plot.
This was a pleasant read, with a bit of magic by way of picture prognostication. In this variation, Elizabeth is less proud and prejudiced, but Darcy spends most of the story fighting his feelings and deliberating her suitability as a friend to Georgiana. The harbingers are mostly changeable, and the writer devises neat twists to further the plot.
August 10, 2021
I had this on my shelf for a while before I finally got around to reading it.
Fascinating idea to get a sneak peak into the near future and therefor be able to make changes to get a better outcome.
The balance of characters between all the main players was excellent. For all the intrigue and drama, this had a very sweet and complete HEA for all the appropriate people.
Fascinating idea to get a sneak peak into the near future and therefor be able to make changes to get a better outcome.
The balance of characters between all the main players was excellent. For all the intrigue and drama, this had a very sweet and complete HEA for all the appropriate people.
August 15, 2017
The very good writing makes this one a little better than it deserves to be, given how much of the familiar plotline of the original is intact (which I personally find very boring). Even a paranormal element doesn't shake off the tedium, especially not one which is ultimately so redundant.
January 30, 2022
Fun and Clean P&P variation
This is one of the more adorable p&p variations. Obviously,as noted in the synopsis, Lizzy receives a gift for helping someone. What follows is a truly entertaining story of Lizzy affecting events and possible events related to the original novel. Don't worry it's not a copy of the original, ot deals with possibilities that Lizzy can affect and really had me quite addicted to finishing it. Absolutely nothing inappropriate happens, even time period wise, it's a very clena book with Justice served to Wickem. It's very low angst, although I did get anxious for poor Georgiana toward the end of the book. It's obviously a hea book with a lead on epilogue for the next book in the series. My only critique would be I would like to hear a bit more about Darcy and Lizzys marriage in the epilogue. But I'd really recommend this book for any P&P variation lover looking for an intelligent, clean, and light hearted read. Two thumbs way up.
This is one of the more adorable p&p variations. Obviously,as noted in the synopsis, Lizzy receives a gift for helping someone. What follows is a truly entertaining story of Lizzy affecting events and possible events related to the original novel. Don't worry it's not a copy of the original, ot deals with possibilities that Lizzy can affect and really had me quite addicted to finishing it. Absolutely nothing inappropriate happens, even time period wise, it's a very clena book with Justice served to Wickem. It's very low angst, although I did get anxious for poor Georgiana toward the end of the book. It's obviously a hea book with a lead on epilogue for the next book in the series. My only critique would be I would like to hear a bit more about Darcy and Lizzys marriage in the epilogue. But I'd really recommend this book for any P&P variation lover looking for an intelligent, clean, and light hearted read. Two thumbs way up.
January 28, 2018
LOVED this book! I took off one star, because I felt there was just TOO MUCH time spent on Wickham. Other than that, this was a wonderful book. The story line was very different and handled well. Elizabeth was smart and clever and not witchy, as some authors portray her. Darcy had much of his pride, but the author did a good job of writing so you knew where he was coming from. Caroline seemed to play a larger role in this version, and it was interesting to get inside her crazy head.
November 6, 2022
3.5 stars
This was a bit of change in my P&P variational tastes with a fantastical notion of clairvoyance via letters in the Victorian era.
Was it absurd? Yep.
Was it still enjoyable? Yep again.
This is pure Wendi Sotis based on what I’ve read from her before, so if you’ve enjoyed her writing before, this should be right up your alley.
This was a bit of change in my P&P variational tastes with a fantastical notion of clairvoyance via letters in the Victorian era.
Was it absurd? Yep.
Was it still enjoyable? Yep again.
This is pure Wendi Sotis based on what I’ve read from her before, so if you’ve enjoyed her writing before, this should be right up your alley.
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June 7, 2020I don't love the use of 'gypsy' in this take on P&P, but I did enjoy the story. The Roma are treated rather stereotypically though which made this harder to like. I did enjoy the prequel element to my second-favourite Austen though.
December 8, 2025
The Mystic Blessing
Enjoyed the adventures, experienced after helping a mystic. Nice she had Jane to share it with. Like the pictures predicting a possible side of the future and how Elizabeth handled these possibilities.
Nice way to end the story, Elizabeth Rose!
Enjoyed the adventures, experienced after helping a mystic. Nice she had Jane to share it with. Like the pictures predicting a possible side of the future and how Elizabeth handled these possibilities.
Nice way to end the story, Elizabeth Rose!
November 23, 2024
wonderful!
I am so in love with this magical variation. Loved it from beginning and especially the surprising end. A must read for all who love P&P.
I am so in love with this magical variation. Loved it from beginning and especially the surprising end. A must read for all who love P&P.
October 21, 2025
The Mystic Blessing
What a lovely and very different P&P variation. The storyline kept moving along, never becoming boring or predictable. I look forward to more from this author.
What a lovely and very different P&P variation. The storyline kept moving along, never becoming boring or predictable. I look forward to more from this author.
May 9, 2020
This is a good read but Lizzy is a little too passive for me. But overall a good story.
June 21, 2016
Great Story
This story is well written, has a great plot, and is magically romantic. What else could a reader ask for? I highly recommend it.
This story is well written, has a great plot, and is magically romantic. What else could a reader ask for? I highly recommend it.
December 17, 2019
3.5 rounded up to 4. This was a lot of fun to read and I enjoyed it.
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