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In Plain Sight: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
Elizabeth looked at but could not see him. Darcy’s heart yearned, but knew he would never be worthy of her love.
Don Jacobson has created a moving tale that reimagines one of the most beloved romances ever! He carries the themes of pride, prejudice, and forgiveness through the text beautifully. An original tale laced with historical details. You'll love it! Elaine Owen, author of Duty Demands
After his father’s death, brandy numbed Fitzwilliam Darcy’s pain but left him rudderless. Tragedy soon ripped apart his world. Stripped of Pemberley, he would spend years searching for the salvation of a woman’s love.
Elizabeth Bennet was afflicted with a common Regency ailment. She learned to observe the world but not see those beneath her notice. Her inability to ignore suffering, though, would shatter the propriety that denied her heart’s transcendent love.
In Plain Sight explores Jane Austen’s classic love story by flipping social roles on their heads. This is a story of redemption, forgiveness, and second chances. From first encounter through flight and exile, a convict and a gentlewoman must overcome prejudice and break through pride. Only then could they share the glorious treasure hidden in plain sight—true love.
There is one scene of violence (a flogging) and another of implied violence that may cause discomfort for some readers.
Readers rate In Plain Sight Five Stars
A Kindle Customer in Australia says Brilliant!
This is, undoubtedly, one of the best I have read in this genre. In fact, there is only one other that I hold in such high esteem. The story gripped me from Page 1: I felt as if someone had reached into my chest and gripped my heart. No relief until the final words.
HW in the United Kingdom calls In Plain Sight Extraordinary
A high-octane ride into the very souls of ODC in a quite unique fashion, this tale works on so many levels, firstly as a rollicking tale of dire circumstances and dread intrigue, then as a redemption story (my favourite genre of all) and last but not least as a love story for all ages. Bravo Sir!
Huffer finds the book Powerful
The idea is truly original and imaginative, one that I've never encountered The story grabs you from the start, and never lets up. The book is populated with many characters that you can care about, which is one of the hallmarks of an enjoyable story. There is no shortage of drama, crisis, suspense, heartache, villainy, but also courage, determination, and romance. Mr. Jacobson is a master of lyrical prose, and every word is a beautiful gift. I wanted to read slowly so as to make sure that I not miss anything that he was describing.
Don Jacobson has created a moving tale that reimagines one of the most beloved romances ever! He carries the themes of pride, prejudice, and forgiveness through the text beautifully. An original tale laced with historical details. You'll love it! Elaine Owen, author of Duty Demands
After his father’s death, brandy numbed Fitzwilliam Darcy’s pain but left him rudderless. Tragedy soon ripped apart his world. Stripped of Pemberley, he would spend years searching for the salvation of a woman’s love.
Elizabeth Bennet was afflicted with a common Regency ailment. She learned to observe the world but not see those beneath her notice. Her inability to ignore suffering, though, would shatter the propriety that denied her heart’s transcendent love.
In Plain Sight explores Jane Austen’s classic love story by flipping social roles on their heads. This is a story of redemption, forgiveness, and second chances. From first encounter through flight and exile, a convict and a gentlewoman must overcome prejudice and break through pride. Only then could they share the glorious treasure hidden in plain sight—true love.
There is one scene of violence (a flogging) and another of implied violence that may cause discomfort for some readers.
Readers rate In Plain Sight Five Stars
A Kindle Customer in Australia says Brilliant!
This is, undoubtedly, one of the best I have read in this genre. In fact, there is only one other that I hold in such high esteem. The story gripped me from Page 1: I felt as if someone had reached into my chest and gripped my heart. No relief until the final words.
HW in the United Kingdom calls In Plain Sight Extraordinary
A high-octane ride into the very souls of ODC in a quite unique fashion, this tale works on so many levels, firstly as a rollicking tale of dire circumstances and dread intrigue, then as a redemption story (my favourite genre of all) and last but not least as a love story for all ages. Bravo Sir!
Huffer finds the book Powerful
The idea is truly original and imaginative, one that I've never encountered The story grabs you from the start, and never lets up. The book is populated with many characters that you can care about, which is one of the hallmarks of an enjoyable story. There is no shortage of drama, crisis, suspense, heartache, villainy, but also courage, determination, and romance. Mr. Jacobson is a master of lyrical prose, and every word is a beautiful gift. I wanted to read slowly so as to make sure that I not miss anything that he was describing.
421 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 10, 2023
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January 22, 2024
This is a wide deviation from canon. A most entertaining and original story that preserves the traits of some of the characters and gives others interesting twists. An entertaining read.
January 26, 2024
A unique telling
I’ve thought for two days on what to write after my second reading. Mr Jacobson offers a gripping non-canon tale that places Darcy as the lowest of the low. Unprecedented circumstances place ODC far from the familiar in a world of great evil and great good. The dialogue is sometimes reminiscent of Shakespeare and Mrs Radcliffe; the references, overt and subtle, a delicious stew of characters and history. Darcy’s actions reveal him at his core as an honorable man, and Lizzy is forced to see herself and all about her without complacency. The denouement is a masterpiece of parts coming together, redemption and retribution alike. I’ve read this in Kindle Unlimited, must purchase for my permanent collection.
I’ve thought for two days on what to write after my second reading. Mr Jacobson offers a gripping non-canon tale that places Darcy as the lowest of the low. Unprecedented circumstances place ODC far from the familiar in a world of great evil and great good. The dialogue is sometimes reminiscent of Shakespeare and Mrs Radcliffe; the references, overt and subtle, a delicious stew of characters and history. Darcy’s actions reveal him at his core as an honorable man, and Lizzy is forced to see herself and all about her without complacency. The denouement is a masterpiece of parts coming together, redemption and retribution alike. I’ve read this in Kindle Unlimited, must purchase for my permanent collection.
February 24, 2024
This retelling of Pride and Prejudice was so unique and thought-provoking! Fitzwilliam Darcy becomes a lowly convict, stripped of his name, his wealth, his property, and his family. While the story of his trials and hardship completely draws you into his world, the beautiful part of the story is the sacrifices others will make on his behalf. The author's work challenges us, as readers, to think of how many times, daily, we pass judgment on people without thought or take for granted those who care for us every day. Such a lovely retelling!
June 10, 2024
Interesting concept buy hard slog
I liked the story line, not one of the usual for JAFF novels. The but to this though is the writing. The author seems to want to beat the reader over the head with how smart they are. References to literary figures from Socrates to Mark Twain. A novel with well over 40 footnotes to explain itself is not an easy read. Character development takes a back seat to 'look at me' writing style. Backing off the highbrow and concentrating on making the characters more natural would help.
I liked the story line, not one of the usual for JAFF novels. The but to this though is the writing. The author seems to want to beat the reader over the head with how smart they are. References to literary figures from Socrates to Mark Twain. A novel with well over 40 footnotes to explain itself is not an easy read. Character development takes a back seat to 'look at me' writing style. Backing off the highbrow and concentrating on making the characters more natural would help.
November 28, 2025
What a Fabulous Read
As a huge fan of P&P, and having read far too many books on the genre, this was a wonderful surprise. The author carefully weaves historic, literary, poetic, and political references into the story. I want to be challenged when reading a P&P and this book went way beyond my expectations. Fabulous.
As a huge fan of P&P, and having read far too many books on the genre, this was a wonderful surprise. The author carefully weaves historic, literary, poetic, and political references into the story. I want to be challenged when reading a P&P and this book went way beyond my expectations. Fabulous.
February 29, 2024
Interesting and refreshing take on a P&P variation. The author has a wonderful vocabulary and writes very well. For me the lack of a passionate connection between D & L was disappointing and the narration, though well written, was way over done.
November 21, 2024
Unique and rewarding
This is another unique and rewarding story from Don Jacobson. He really challenges you as a reader. He gives a very in-depth and historical read. Love how he makes me think.
This is another unique and rewarding story from Don Jacobson. He really challenges you as a reader. He gives a very in-depth and historical read. Love how he makes me think.
June 12, 2024
Love conquers all.
A story of redemption, as a young Darcy is serving as a laborer in Meryton in punishment for earlier sins. Violence, romance, self-awareness, philosophical dialogue, villainy, more romance, and above all, love bring redemption in the end.
A story of redemption, as a young Darcy is serving as a laborer in Meryton in punishment for earlier sins. Violence, romance, self-awareness, philosophical dialogue, villainy, more romance, and above all, love bring redemption in the end.
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