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The Lake House at Ramsgate
Darcy and Elizabeth at Ramsgate
In 1812, Elizabeth Bennet, eager for her first visit to the seaside, accompanies her beloved sister Jane and her new brother, Charles Bingley, to Ramsgate. Their retreat, the Lake House, offers an ideal location for Mrs Bingley, whose delicate condition requires rest and care by the sea.
When Jane’s condition worsens, Elizabeth steps into the role of mistress of the house, managing the servants, overseeing the menus, and even attending to her brother’s correspondence. One letter, intended for the solicitor who arranged the lease, unexpectedly draws a shocking reply from Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy.
Stunned by Mr Darcy’s accusations and confused by his claim that it is 1810 and that he owns the Lake House, which he has never leased in his lifetime, Elizabeth responds with sharp, cutting words. As their correspondence continues, it becomes clear that neither has lost their senses; instead, they find themselves caught in a romance that transcends time.
As love blooms, Darcy and Elizabeth resolve to meet, but they soon realise that appearances can be deceiving. Together, they must unravel the mystery of the Lake House and discover who—or what—is conspiring to keep them apart.
When Jane’s condition worsens, Elizabeth steps into the role of mistress of the house, managing the servants, overseeing the menus, and even attending to her brother’s correspondence. One letter, intended for the solicitor who arranged the lease, unexpectedly draws a shocking reply from Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy.
Stunned by Mr Darcy’s accusations and confused by his claim that it is 1810 and that he owns the Lake House, which he has never leased in his lifetime, Elizabeth responds with sharp, cutting words. As their correspondence continues, it becomes clear that neither has lost their senses; instead, they find themselves caught in a romance that transcends time.
As love blooms, Darcy and Elizabeth resolve to meet, but they soon realise that appearances can be deceiving. Together, they must unravel the mystery of the Lake House and discover who—or what—is conspiring to keep them apart.
210 pages, Paperback
Published October 6, 2024
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October 10, 2024
“We do not always have a choice in where and how and whom, and love gives us the courage to withstand that which we never thought we could.” –Kate Morton, The Lake House
SPOILER ALERT: This review may contain *** SPOILERS ***
>>Rating: mature teen due to a violent scene resulting in the death of a character
>>Angst Level: It was delightfully delicious until the reader approached the climax. I nearly swooned and not in a good way.
>>Fan Points: Grab a fan, you’ll need it… heavy sigh.
>>Source: I borrowed this from KU [10-8-24] and I volunteered to leave a review.
>>Trope: [1] Movie inspired: The Lake House [Kneau Reeves and Sandra Bullock], one of my favorite movies. [2] Several sections were in epistolary format as information was conveyed between dimensions or portals. The explanation of how things worked was brilliantly done. The letters were fun to read as the personalities of our dear couple came across loud and clear.
What an excellent idea to combine the movie The Lake House with JAFF. Oh-My-Gosh! I loved the movie and loved Stratton’s take on the JAFF story. It was brilliantly done. I was on pins and needles as I followed the storyline. I knew what happened in the movie. That made me a bit anxious as I wondered how the author would handle that part. I was happy with the way it was resolved and slumped in my chair in a near swoon when it was concluded. Whew! That was close. This certainly put a different spin on the Ramsgate affair.
SPOILER ALERT: This review may contain *** SPOILERS ***
>>Rating: mature teen due to a violent scene resulting in the death of a character
>>Angst Level: It was delightfully delicious until the reader approached the climax. I nearly swooned and not in a good way.
>>Fan Points: Grab a fan, you’ll need it… heavy sigh.
>>Source: I borrowed this from KU [10-8-24] and I volunteered to leave a review.
>>Trope: [1] Movie inspired: The Lake House [Kneau Reeves and Sandra Bullock], one of my favorite movies. [2] Several sections were in epistolary format as information was conveyed between dimensions or portals. The explanation of how things worked was brilliantly done. The letters were fun to read as the personalities of our dear couple came across loud and clear.
What an excellent idea to combine the movie The Lake House with JAFF. Oh-My-Gosh! I loved the movie and loved Stratton’s take on the JAFF story. It was brilliantly done. I was on pins and needles as I followed the storyline. I knew what happened in the movie. That made me a bit anxious as I wondered how the author would handle that part. I was happy with the way it was resolved and slumped in my chair in a near swoon when it was concluded. Whew! That was close. This certainly put a different spin on the Ramsgate affair.
August 6, 2025
Lovely
A sweet story. Cleverly done, the way the author 'answered' the plot holes for this concept. (Even if its stretched a bit.)
I loved the why of Darcy not showing up to meet Elizabeth, and the save. As sweet as the whole book was, for me this was the most dynamic scene.
Another wonderful offering from this author!
A sweet story. Cleverly done, the way the author 'answered' the plot holes for this concept. (Even if its stretched a bit.)
I loved the why of Darcy not showing up to meet Elizabeth, and the save. As sweet as the whole book was, for me this was the most dynamic scene.
Another wonderful offering from this author!
May 22, 2025
“The Lake House is a temporal anomaly, a place where the fabric of time is unusually thin.” (quote from the book)
Having never seen the movie ‘The Lake House’ with Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves, I went in a bit ‘blind’ on this story. I was delightfully charmed by the premise and especially the letters ‘exchanged’ between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. I have always enjoyed epistolary novels and the ‘connections’ made between characters.
It would seem that our letters have somehow traversed through time, for from my end, it is the year 1810, and from yours, it appears to be 1812. I know not how this phenomenon has taken place, and as a logical man, I struggle to believe that it has occurred at all.” (quote from the book)
As this is a vagary/fantasy/paranormal, suspension of belief is required. This was not hard to do as the story itself was cleverly done. I found Ms. Stratton pulled me into the story, the emotions and the events within the two years separating Mr. Darcy and Miss Bennet. I, too, felt the weight of waiting for the next letter. How could they ever meet? I did find the ending a bit discombobulating but chalked it up to the Lake House’s ‘powers’. We are given an epilogue with further details.
I do recommend this latest novel from the talented Ms. Stratton!
Having never seen the movie ‘The Lake House’ with Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves, I went in a bit ‘blind’ on this story. I was delightfully charmed by the premise and especially the letters ‘exchanged’ between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. I have always enjoyed epistolary novels and the ‘connections’ made between characters.
It would seem that our letters have somehow traversed through time, for from my end, it is the year 1810, and from yours, it appears to be 1812. I know not how this phenomenon has taken place, and as a logical man, I struggle to believe that it has occurred at all.” (quote from the book)
As this is a vagary/fantasy/paranormal, suspension of belief is required. This was not hard to do as the story itself was cleverly done. I found Ms. Stratton pulled me into the story, the emotions and the events within the two years separating Mr. Darcy and Miss Bennet. I, too, felt the weight of waiting for the next letter. How could they ever meet? I did find the ending a bit discombobulating but chalked it up to the Lake House’s ‘powers’. We are given an epilogue with further details.
I do recommend this latest novel from the talented Ms. Stratton!
August 10, 2025
Review also posted on my blog
https://myjaffobsession.blogspot.com/...
In 1812, Jane Bingley is having a difficult time with her first pregnancy. Her besotted husband Charles, leases Lake House in Ramsgate, in the hopes that the sea air will be a remedy.
They are accompanied by Jane's beloved sister Elizabeth, who steps in to run the house when Jane deteriorates.
Part of that role, includes dealing with Charles' correspondence as he has illegible handwriting!
A letter intended for a solicitor, is redirected to the owner. The response is rather shocking!
Fitzwilliam Darcy claims he would never lease Lake House and makes several rude accusations. He also asks why she has dated her letter as 1812, when it is currently only 1810?
Never being one to be intimidated, Elizabeth replies, rather strongly.
A regular correspondence arises, as they realise somehow their letters are crossing time. Friendship turns to love, but how can they cross that gap?
I was looking forward to reading this, as the synopsis sounded intriguing.
I started reading as soon as the book was released and couldn't put it down.
I loved it and can't recommend it strongly enough!
https://myjaffobsession.blogspot.com/...
In 1812, Jane Bingley is having a difficult time with her first pregnancy. Her besotted husband Charles, leases Lake House in Ramsgate, in the hopes that the sea air will be a remedy.
They are accompanied by Jane's beloved sister Elizabeth, who steps in to run the house when Jane deteriorates.
Part of that role, includes dealing with Charles' correspondence as he has illegible handwriting!
A letter intended for a solicitor, is redirected to the owner. The response is rather shocking!
Fitzwilliam Darcy claims he would never lease Lake House and makes several rude accusations. He also asks why she has dated her letter as 1812, when it is currently only 1810?
Never being one to be intimidated, Elizabeth replies, rather strongly.
A regular correspondence arises, as they realise somehow their letters are crossing time. Friendship turns to love, but how can they cross that gap?
I was looking forward to reading this, as the synopsis sounded intriguing.
I started reading as soon as the book was released and couldn't put it down.
I loved it and can't recommend it strongly enough!
August 7, 2025
A beautiful story partly written through letters. I read it in one sitting, though I am ill, so I have uninterrupted time…
I saw the movie that inspired the book many years ago. I do not remember it clearly though I enjoyed at the time.
The author did a great job of adopting it to Pride and Prejudice.
I highly recommend it
I saw the movie that inspired the book many years ago. I do not remember it clearly though I enjoyed at the time.
The author did a great job of adopting it to Pride and Prejudice.
I highly recommend it
October 8, 2024
A timeless romance
4.5* rounded up
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Thwarted, this author's most recent publication, so I was greatly anticipating the release of The Lake House. I don't know which of the two books I enjoyed more, as each had very different yet unique premises.
The prologue immediately piqued my interest, and it anchored this Regency-era take on the movies, The Lake House and Il Mare. The plot is set as a vagary; Darcy and Elizabeth's first introduction is not at the Meryton assembly. That does not mean that the encounter is without conflict. I eagerly anticipated each letter, just as I believe Darcy and Elizabeth's characters did. Ms. Stratton did a wonderful job at building the mysteries of the time portal with tension and suspense while also creating a believable attachment between Elizabeth and Darcy.
If you're looking for a story where the intricacies of their budding relationship are central, this book is for you. With the writing's tone and rhythm to be as light and lovely as ever, I think many readers will enjoy this romantic tale.
I received a free draft copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving this review because I enjoyed reading it. Upon its release, I plan to add the hardcopy to my expanding collection of Ms. Stratton's books on my shelves.
4.5* rounded up
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Thwarted, this author's most recent publication, so I was greatly anticipating the release of The Lake House. I don't know which of the two books I enjoyed more, as each had very different yet unique premises.
The prologue immediately piqued my interest, and it anchored this Regency-era take on the movies, The Lake House and Il Mare. The plot is set as a vagary; Darcy and Elizabeth's first introduction is not at the Meryton assembly. That does not mean that the encounter is without conflict. I eagerly anticipated each letter, just as I believe Darcy and Elizabeth's characters did. Ms. Stratton did a wonderful job at building the mysteries of the time portal with tension and suspense while also creating a believable attachment between Elizabeth and Darcy.
If you're looking for a story where the intricacies of their budding relationship are central, this book is for you. With the writing's tone and rhythm to be as light and lovely as ever, I think many readers will enjoy this romantic tale.
I received a free draft copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving this review because I enjoyed reading it. Upon its release, I plan to add the hardcopy to my expanding collection of Ms. Stratton's books on my shelves.
November 9, 2024
Time travel by mail. I loved it!
October 18, 2024
Engrossing
I was absolutely captured by this story. It is very different from every other JAFF, though I haven't read the other book upon which it is organized, so I can't attest to how cleanly it sticks to those bones.
Well written and well edited, it flows smoothly and introduces original characters that support the storyline. The references to characters from P&P who played large roles in the original, but small roles here aren't explained more than they would be any more than they would have been if original characters. This has two benefits. First, the author trusted the JAFF reader to remember the character of Elizabeth's mother, but also recognize that someone who didn't know Mrs. Bennet didn't really need to know more. If you read P&P, you knew that hiring Mrs. Younge was a Bad Idea, but you didn't actually need to know this to appreciate her role any more than you did in the original. The Bad Thing still happened, no better or worse than in the original.
In fact, one of the best parts of this vagary was how closely the author stuck to the characters as originally written. Darcy was very Darcy, and Elizabeth very Elizabeth, though their initial confrontation was more quickly resolved by the necessity of communicating. There was more time to enjoy their romance, and plenty of room in the story to wonder how the time paradox would be resolved.
I will absolutely read this again.
I was absolutely captured by this story. It is very different from every other JAFF, though I haven't read the other book upon which it is organized, so I can't attest to how cleanly it sticks to those bones.
Well written and well edited, it flows smoothly and introduces original characters that support the storyline. The references to characters from P&P who played large roles in the original, but small roles here aren't explained more than they would be any more than they would have been if original characters. This has two benefits. First, the author trusted the JAFF reader to remember the character of Elizabeth's mother, but also recognize that someone who didn't know Mrs. Bennet didn't really need to know more. If you read P&P, you knew that hiring Mrs. Younge was a Bad Idea, but you didn't actually need to know this to appreciate her role any more than you did in the original. The Bad Thing still happened, no better or worse than in the original.
In fact, one of the best parts of this vagary was how closely the author stuck to the characters as originally written. Darcy was very Darcy, and Elizabeth very Elizabeth, though their initial confrontation was more quickly resolved by the necessity of communicating. There was more time to enjoy their romance, and plenty of room in the story to wonder how the time paradox would be resolved.
I will absolutely read this again.
October 13, 2024
This an enchanting reimagining of the delightful film titled The Lake House starring Sandra Bullock and Keanu Reeves, and featuring Christopher Plummer. I purchased the e-book after reading the first fifty pages and read it within a 24-hour period. A keeper, with the added benefit of being well written. Brava, MJ Stratton!
November 24, 2024
Great mix up!
A profoundly enjoyable experience. The author perfectly adapted the concept and circumstances of the movie to this plot. I loved it!
A profoundly enjoyable experience. The author perfectly adapted the concept and circumstances of the movie to this plot. I loved it!
October 12, 2024
Pride and Prejudice and Lake House mashup
This was a so sweet! Retelling P&P in the framework of the movie the Lake House. I love epistolary stories and ODC falling in love via letters through time was wonderfully sweet - once they stop arguing with each other. Lovely story!
This was a so sweet! Retelling P&P in the framework of the movie the Lake House. I love epistolary stories and ODC falling in love via letters through time was wonderfully sweet - once they stop arguing with each other. Lovely story!
October 11, 2024
Extraordinary story
I enjoyed reading this book in spite of knowing and loving the movie. I love and was surprised by this ending good story
I enjoyed reading this book in spite of knowing and loving the movie. I love and was surprised by this ending good story
October 10, 2024
Clean and lovely
What a unique twist on our beloved pride and prejudice. I'd best describe it as P&P meets Frequency and a dash of you've got mail. I truly enjoyed it.
What a unique twist on our beloved pride and prejudice. I'd best describe it as P&P meets Frequency and a dash of you've got mail. I truly enjoyed it.
October 8, 2024
It was incredible
..I absolutly loved it...I couldn't put it down. Let's say a love that transcends time is a beautiful thing...I loved the #movie ....it was well done adapting both together!!
..I absolutly loved it...I couldn't put it down. Let's say a love that transcends time is a beautiful thing...I loved the #movie ....it was well done adapting both together!!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 3, 2025
As always, a beautifully written, creative tale by Stratton. Both Elizabeth and Darcy are charming.
December 16, 2024
This is a Pride and Prejudice variation that's heavily influenced by "The Lakehouse," that movie with Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock that has a couple communicating across time by way of a mailbox.
"The Lakehouse," I understand, was based on a Japanese story (or two, I'm not sure), and there have been other similar time-travel stories. The one that sticks in my mind is one I read in my 20s, "The Love Letter," by Jack Finney, which involved secret drawers in an antique desk. That story stayed with me for a long time. So this is not a new idea, but it feels especially fitting and refreshing as a way for Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy to meet in a variation on Pride and Prejudice.
Very well done.
"The Lakehouse," I understand, was based on a Japanese story (or two, I'm not sure), and there have been other similar time-travel stories. The one that sticks in my mind is one I read in my 20s, "The Love Letter," by Jack Finney, which involved secret drawers in an antique desk. That story stayed with me for a long time. So this is not a new idea, but it feels especially fitting and refreshing as a way for Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy to meet in a variation on Pride and Prejudice.
Very well done.
January 15, 2025
Really loved the premise but the execution was overly muddled with how the flow of time was altered between the past and future. It made for a rather disappointing ending in how things were resolved between E&D in terms of the manner of how things play out.
It’s a bit of bummer, but I’m not one to dwell.
It’s a bit of bummer, but I’m not one to dwell.
February 15, 2025
I was really into this concept .
Really enjoyed the book.
Really enjoyed the book.
August 27, 2025
Having been on a bit of a P&P Variation binge, while I like the simple/slight changes ones, I think the stories that add in a bit of the extraordinary/paranormal, stick more in my memory (dragons, body swap, ghosts, repeating days, etc). Here, it's the "Lake House" effect, with letters crossing a time barrier, Darcy in 1810, Elizabeth in 1812.
Now I know that P&P is out there in the public domain, but as the time-shift portion of the story is absolutely taken from the 2006 movie "The Lake House" ... just curious about copyright issues? I mean I guess the movie is based off an older film too. It's been a while since I saw the 2006 movie (which I remember enjoying, and now I'd like to rewatch it and see how many similarities there are. Of course it's not on any of my streaming services) and thought it was a fun and imaginative twist to add to Darcy and Elizabeth's story.
In this version ... apparently things went fairly traditionally with Bingley leasing Netherfield, meeting Jane, getting married, now expecting her first child. But there's no mention of Darcy during all of that, Elizabeth is completely unfamiliar with the name.
I'll admit, I was a bit lost at the beginning, the prologue ... and old woman, her great-grandson. I think a part of me would have preferred to just have the letters, no need to know the "how" (which is still a stretch) - this family/the house, overseeing exchanges through time.
I got a little confused (as will pretty much ALWAYS happen with any time travel/time warp stuff) as it was revealed that the 1810 Darcy DID know Bingley, so wondering why the timeline was different by this story's 1812.
Some SPOILERS: When Elizabeth mentioned in a letter a slight aside about a man helping her get a book ... I figured that (was Mr. Darcy). Loved the lavender (watched a preview for the 2006 The Lake House movie and remembered something similar, the planting of a tree in that one). Mr. Darcy not showing, Elizabeth uncovering why and hoping to inform and change things (this also reminded me of the movie "Frequency" ... father and son talking over a radio through time, also the book Signal Moon. Possible love interest for Lizzy (Mr. Blandishman ... marries Mary). The mixed/shifting memories ... rewritten. Elizabeth's dream (pretty funny!) As Wickham dies earlier, Lydia elopes with Mr. Denny. Bennet Charles Darcy (I think this is the third P&P variation this month with a child Bennet Darcy, a name I adore!)
I think I (and most JAFF fans) are generous with ratings for P&P variations. While this might not check enough of the boxes for a traditional read to get 5*, I absolutely enjoyed this variation, and it's one that I'll remember. The title/cover are good.
Words I note: deign, cacophony, plethora
Sentence: Elizabeth leaned into his side and sighed (just the side/sighed homonym).
Audio - I ended up buying (using a credit) on an Omnibus with three books (on the shorter side, that I probably couldn't justify using a credit on each alone). The text was included in Kindle Unlimited.
Now I know that P&P is out there in the public domain, but as the time-shift portion of the story is absolutely taken from the 2006 movie "The Lake House" ... just curious about copyright issues? I mean I guess the movie is based off an older film too. It's been a while since I saw the 2006 movie (which I remember enjoying, and now I'd like to rewatch it and see how many similarities there are. Of course it's not on any of my streaming services) and thought it was a fun and imaginative twist to add to Darcy and Elizabeth's story.
In this version ... apparently things went fairly traditionally with Bingley leasing Netherfield, meeting Jane, getting married, now expecting her first child. But there's no mention of Darcy during all of that, Elizabeth is completely unfamiliar with the name.
I'll admit, I was a bit lost at the beginning, the prologue ... and old woman, her great-grandson. I think a part of me would have preferred to just have the letters, no need to know the "how" (which is still a stretch) - this family/the house, overseeing exchanges through time.
I got a little confused (as will pretty much ALWAYS happen with any time travel/time warp stuff) as it was revealed that the 1810 Darcy DID know Bingley, so wondering why the timeline was different by this story's 1812.
Some SPOILERS: When Elizabeth mentioned in a letter a slight aside about a man helping her get a book ... I figured that (was Mr. Darcy). Loved the lavender (watched a preview for the 2006 The Lake House movie and remembered something similar, the planting of a tree in that one). Mr. Darcy not showing, Elizabeth uncovering why and hoping to inform and change things (this also reminded me of the movie "Frequency" ... father and son talking over a radio through time, also the book Signal Moon. Possible love interest for Lizzy (Mr. Blandishman ... marries Mary). The mixed/shifting memories ... rewritten. Elizabeth's dream (pretty funny!) As Wickham dies earlier, Lydia elopes with Mr. Denny. Bennet Charles Darcy (I think this is the third P&P variation this month with a child Bennet Darcy, a name I adore!)
I think I (and most JAFF fans) are generous with ratings for P&P variations. While this might not check enough of the boxes for a traditional read to get 5*, I absolutely enjoyed this variation, and it's one that I'll remember. The title/cover are good.
Words I note: deign, cacophony, plethora
Sentence: Elizabeth leaned into his side and sighed (just the side/sighed homonym).
Audio - I ended up buying (using a credit) on an Omnibus with three books (on the shorter side, that I probably couldn't justify using a credit on each alone). The text was included in Kindle Unlimited.
November 28, 2025
Lovely & Sweet
I really enjoyed this variation. I have always had a soft spot in my heart for romantic sci fi (rom fi). And I find something incredibly romantic about the idea of lovers being in the same location but at different points in time. Where time can be experienced like the pages of a book rather than having to go the long way round ( as one of my favorite Doctor Who episodes described it. )
Taking the premise of The Lake House & converting it to a Darcy & Elizabeth story worked incredibly well.
Although not a full episolatory novel . . . Darcy's & Elizabeth's letters to each other are beautiful to read. (And Darcy's impatience to meet Elizabeth leads to him acting a bit over eager and prehaps coming across as slightly creepy when he tries to meet Elizabeth ahead of schedule.
And there is great dramatic tension as the reader just knows that something terrible is going to happen to Darcy so that he can't meet Elizabeth.
It's so beautiful that the temporal anomaly of the Lake House was used to prevent the tragic first timeline where Whickham kills Darcy.
I also enjoyed the look at Mr. Bingley & Jane's marraige.
I really enjoyed this variation. I have always had a soft spot in my heart for romantic sci fi (rom fi). And I find something incredibly romantic about the idea of lovers being in the same location but at different points in time. Where time can be experienced like the pages of a book rather than having to go the long way round ( as one of my favorite Doctor Who episodes described it. )
Taking the premise of The Lake House & converting it to a Darcy & Elizabeth story worked incredibly well.
Although not a full episolatory novel . . . Darcy's & Elizabeth's letters to each other are beautiful to read. (And Darcy's impatience to meet Elizabeth leads to him acting a bit over eager and prehaps coming across as slightly creepy when he tries to meet Elizabeth ahead of schedule.
And there is great dramatic tension as the reader just knows that something terrible is going to happen to Darcy so that he can't meet Elizabeth.
It's so beautiful that the temporal anomaly of the Lake House was used to prevent the tragic first timeline where Whickham kills Darcy.
I also enjoyed the look at Mr. Bingley & Jane's marraige.
October 14, 2024
What the house has united ……
Loved this story! The version of time travel is one I had not previously encountered, but it was fascinating to read. Like Elizabeth, I wondered how they would get together and found the author’s solution interesting. Yes, the storyline required the suspension of belief (as does most sci-fi), but it was just the type of account of ODC that I needed to escape the depressing political, climate and conflict environment of today.
There were some amusing instances of wrong word insertions such as “holey matrimony”. While missed during editing, each one caused an additional smile.
Highly recommended as a great way to escape for an afternoon or several afternoons.
Loved this story! The version of time travel is one I had not previously encountered, but it was fascinating to read. Like Elizabeth, I wondered how they would get together and found the author’s solution interesting. Yes, the storyline required the suspension of belief (as does most sci-fi), but it was just the type of account of ODC that I needed to escape the depressing political, climate and conflict environment of today.
There were some amusing instances of wrong word insertions such as “holey matrimony”. While missed during editing, each one caused an additional smile.
Highly recommended as a great way to escape for an afternoon or several afternoons.
October 21, 2024
Absolutely beautiful story
The Lake House is one of my favorite movies and after watching it at least 20 times I still don't understand HOW! To find this writer has rewritten the story adding Darcy and Elizabeth is a sheer joy!
Elizabeth and the Bingley family rent The Lake House for Jane's health as her pregnancy is not going well. Elizabeth takes over and the passing of letters from her time in 1812 and Darcy's 1810 begin. The meetings in Meryton never happened so neither knew each other, and never mention Charles to each other in the letters.
I'm going to watch the movie again ( how many times can I drool over Alex Wilder ( Keanu Reeves).
It's a fun story and the adaptation of a novel and a movie into an enjoyable experience was done masterfully.
The Lake House is one of my favorite movies and after watching it at least 20 times I still don't understand HOW! To find this writer has rewritten the story adding Darcy and Elizabeth is a sheer joy!
Elizabeth and the Bingley family rent The Lake House for Jane's health as her pregnancy is not going well. Elizabeth takes over and the passing of letters from her time in 1812 and Darcy's 1810 begin. The meetings in Meryton never happened so neither knew each other, and never mention Charles to each other in the letters.
I'm going to watch the movie again ( how many times can I drool over Alex Wilder ( Keanu Reeves).
It's a fun story and the adaptation of a novel and a movie into an enjoyable experience was done masterfully.
November 7, 2024
Too close to another
I do like this story but that is mainly because I Love the movie The Lake House with Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock. This one was far too close to be original. In my opinion it was not inspired by The Lake House but copied faithfully which is a shame.
I think the author could have borrowed aspects from the movie but still make something new with it, but as it is it left a little to be desired with the plot being almost word for word with the movie.
It’s not a waste of time, it’s still a nice story, but if one has no knowledge of the movie, one will enjoy it more.
I do like this story but that is mainly because I Love the movie The Lake House with Keanu Reeves and Sandra Bullock. This one was far too close to be original. In my opinion it was not inspired by The Lake House but copied faithfully which is a shame.
I think the author could have borrowed aspects from the movie but still make something new with it, but as it is it left a little to be desired with the plot being almost word for word with the movie.
It’s not a waste of time, it’s still a nice story, but if one has no knowledge of the movie, one will enjoy it more.
October 15, 2024
Loved It!
I, too, loved The Lake House. I enjoy many time travel movies, shows, books, etc. It took just a few pages for me to see the inspiration story parallels. I was interested in finding how the timelines converged and how their lives became intertwined but not until the latter year.
It was very well done. You are kept guessing from the edge of your seat until the very satisfactory resolution. If you know the original story, no spoilers are necessary. But thanks for the prologue that helps the uninitiated to follow the storyline too. Great job!
I, too, loved The Lake House. I enjoy many time travel movies, shows, books, etc. It took just a few pages for me to see the inspiration story parallels. I was interested in finding how the timelines converged and how their lives became intertwined but not until the latter year.
It was very well done. You are kept guessing from the edge of your seat until the very satisfactory resolution. If you know the original story, no spoilers are necessary. But thanks for the prologue that helps the uninitiated to follow the storyline too. Great job!
April 15, 2025
Sweet and cute and ‘out of space’. Love it!
I have seen the film before reading the book. And I knew there would always be HEA.
However, when it comes to ODC, the familiar plot could still take my breath away.
The ‘first impression’ was still there presented by letters, insults generated from words written. The from-enemy-to-friend-and-to-lover has a fresh appearance in this unusual kind of channel and expression. The story is short yet just the right length for it.
Sit back, grab a cuppa and immerse in the parallel of times.
I have seen the film before reading the book. And I knew there would always be HEA.
However, when it comes to ODC, the familiar plot could still take my breath away.
The ‘first impression’ was still there presented by letters, insults generated from words written. The from-enemy-to-friend-and-to-lover has a fresh appearance in this unusual kind of channel and expression. The story is short yet just the right length for it.
Sit back, grab a cuppa and immerse in the parallel of times.
October 21, 2024
Held my attention without confusing me
I really liked this! It can be hard to write a story where time travel or people from different periods overlap. I was worried how realistic it would come across(& come together) but I loved how the author wove the timelines together. The surprises & twists & turns to finally bring them together was captivating. I love the details like the lavender plants & the bookstore.
I really liked this! It can be hard to write a story where time travel or people from different periods overlap. I was worried how realistic it would come across(& come together) but I loved how the author wove the timelines together. The surprises & twists & turns to finally bring them together was captivating. I love the details like the lavender plants & the bookstore.
October 11, 2024
As a lover of both the movie "The Lake House" and Pride and Prejudice, this variation hit the spot. It was low angst, and I enjoyed watching Lizzy and Darcy's relationship blossom through their letters. The supernatural element was a little cheesy, but I have to say, it was a delightful way to spend the afternoon. Definitely worth a read!
October 25, 2024
beautifully written
I couldn't put it down! A timeless story that is well written while with a fun twist. It stays true to the characters personalities in a different setting and time. I loved it!
I couldn't put it down! A timeless story that is well written while with a fun twist. It stays true to the characters personalities in a different setting and time. I loved it!
October 25, 2024
Ahhhhh. The Lake House!
Ahhhhh. The Lake House! I loved the movie, and oh how wonderful a variation Stratton did with this story. The depth and love and just pure essence it brings. Great job!
I am still emotional about it!
Ahhhhh. The Lake House! I loved the movie, and oh how wonderful a variation Stratton did with this story. The depth and love and just pure essence it brings. Great job!
I am still emotional about it!
November 5, 2024
great read
This is one off the best variations of the Pride & Prejudice story line out there!
Excellent prologue, epilogue, whatever you want to call it!
I shared several quotes from this book to my Facebook page.
This is one off the best variations of the Pride & Prejudice story line out there!
Excellent prologue, epilogue, whatever you want to call it!
I shared several quotes from this book to my Facebook page.
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