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Pride, Prejudice, and Parenthood: An Elizabeth and Darcy Story
Mr. Darcy only wanted his daughter to be happy.
“Marry your cousin Anne.” Darcy’s mother had begged him on her deathbed.
A dutiful son, Darcy married her. Anne had loved him dearly. But Darcy never loved her the way she loved him. When Anne died in childbirth, she told Darcy that he should marry again and be happy. She had been kind. She had deserved better. Filled with guilt Darcy decided to never marry again.
Elizabeth Bennet had been so lonely since Papa died. That was why her conversations with Mr. Darcy delighted her so much. And she loved how he doted on his sweet daughter. It would be easy to fall in love with him. She must not. Mr. Darcy was also an arrogant man who viewed himself as better than the neighborhood. He frequently declared that he would never marry again.
When Mr. Collins, not satisfied with having married Jane, tries to force Elizabeth to marry an alcoholic friend, Mr. Darcy will be unable to stand aside and watch…
Time, Elizabeth’s kindness, and his own child will teach Darcy that he deserves love.
Around 95,000 words long.
“Marry your cousin Anne.” Darcy’s mother had begged him on her deathbed.
A dutiful son, Darcy married her. Anne had loved him dearly. But Darcy never loved her the way she loved him. When Anne died in childbirth, she told Darcy that he should marry again and be happy. She had been kind. She had deserved better. Filled with guilt Darcy decided to never marry again.
Elizabeth Bennet had been so lonely since Papa died. That was why her conversations with Mr. Darcy delighted her so much. And she loved how he doted on his sweet daughter. It would be easy to fall in love with him. She must not. Mr. Darcy was also an arrogant man who viewed himself as better than the neighborhood. He frequently declared that he would never marry again.
When Mr. Collins, not satisfied with having married Jane, tries to force Elizabeth to marry an alcoholic friend, Mr. Darcy will be unable to stand aside and watch…
Time, Elizabeth’s kindness, and his own child will teach Darcy that he deserves love.
Around 95,000 words long.
274 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 26, 2024
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March 22, 2025
I have now read a total of 19 stories by this author.
In this variation we have a Darcy who not only marries his cousin, Anne de Bourgh, but also swears off ever marrying again, when she dies in childbirth. He professes feelings of guilt that he did not love her as she loved him. However, she also begged him to marry again and to someone he would love as she is dying. Additionally, she named their daughter, Emily, much to her mother's consternation!
This Darcy read as a doting father throughout this story, bringing Emily even into social situations where most children would be left in the nursery with their nurse. We are treated to Emily's antics and vocabulary development as she is 1 and then 2 years of age. Darcy read as somewhat spoiling Emily, IMHO.
Darcy also makes sure the public knows he is sworn to never marry again. Of course, he is attracted to Elizabeth and enjoys conversations with her but he also lets her know that he will not marry.
Of importance to this story is the fact that Mr. Bennet is dead, Jane marries Collins and he chooses to remain as vicar in Hunsford rather than move to Longbourn. (His reason comes out late in the story.) Thus the Bennets are not thrown "into the hedgerows".
Yes, there is a HEA. But we have many conversations between Darcy and Elizabeth before the matter comes to a head.
The author then gives us many pages about his research, even as to whether to use Dad/Daddy or Father in his tale, and then gives us blurbs about his many stories. He also details his findings as to birthing problems and how they were handled.
In this variation we have a Darcy who not only marries his cousin, Anne de Bourgh, but also swears off ever marrying again, when she dies in childbirth. He professes feelings of guilt that he did not love her as she loved him. However, she also begged him to marry again and to someone he would love as she is dying. Additionally, she named their daughter, Emily, much to her mother's consternation!
This Darcy read as a doting father throughout this story, bringing Emily even into social situations where most children would be left in the nursery with their nurse. We are treated to Emily's antics and vocabulary development as she is 1 and then 2 years of age. Darcy read as somewhat spoiling Emily, IMHO.
Darcy also makes sure the public knows he is sworn to never marry again. Of course, he is attracted to Elizabeth and enjoys conversations with her but he also lets her know that he will not marry.
Of importance to this story is the fact that Mr. Bennet is dead, Jane marries Collins and he chooses to remain as vicar in Hunsford rather than move to Longbourn. (His reason comes out late in the story.) Thus the Bennets are not thrown "into the hedgerows".
Yes, there is a HEA. But we have many conversations between Darcy and Elizabeth before the matter comes to a head.
The author then gives us many pages about his research, even as to whether to use Dad/Daddy or Father in his tale, and then gives us blurbs about his many stories. He also details his findings as to birthing problems and how they were handled.
December 26, 2024
Elizabeth falls hard
Darcy, a widower arrives in Hertfordshire and is adament he will never remarry. The easy friendship he builds with Elizabeth ends up being anything but easy for her, after she develops strong emotions for him.
I admit to not liking this Darcy. He is a selfish, self-centered nob. Sure he takes care of his daughter, and Pemberley, etc. Bu he kind of draws Elizabeth in, knows he's doing it and excuses it with his firm resolve. Who cares if she gets hurt in the cross hairs.
To reinforce his selfishness, his whole premise stems from major guilt. He didn't love his wife, he wasn't even attracted to her, he lusted after other women while married (but kept his vows).
By the time his catharticism happens, it's one big burst and whoops a daisy, he is miraculously cured in 24 hours.
A slightly different kind of variation, there is a lot of angst and story to enjoy. There is also just that little bit to make it unsatisfactory.
Darcy, a widower arrives in Hertfordshire and is adament he will never remarry. The easy friendship he builds with Elizabeth ends up being anything but easy for her, after she develops strong emotions for him.
I admit to not liking this Darcy. He is a selfish, self-centered nob. Sure he takes care of his daughter, and Pemberley, etc. Bu he kind of draws Elizabeth in, knows he's doing it and excuses it with his firm resolve. Who cares if she gets hurt in the cross hairs.
To reinforce his selfishness, his whole premise stems from major guilt. He didn't love his wife, he wasn't even attracted to her, he lusted after other women while married (but kept his vows).
By the time his catharticism happens, it's one big burst and whoops a daisy, he is miraculously cured in 24 hours.
A slightly different kind of variation, there is a lot of angst and story to enjoy. There is also just that little bit to make it unsatisfactory.
January 4, 2025
3.5 Stars
What I Liked:
- I appreciate dialogue in a story. I prefer to read extended conversations between Darcy and Elizabeth as those discussions deepen their connection. In this regard, Underwood does not disappoint.
- The author isn't afraid to mix things up. The thought of 'good' Jane marrying Collins and remaining married is unthinkable, yet I love it!
Then there's Charlotte. There's a wave of stories where Charlotte's HEA is a must, as if she's a main character, even marrying an Earl. However, I appreciate that the author remained true to Charlotte's thoughts on marriage from canon. Not many writers take that path if Charlotte isn't with Collins.
- Emily, for a time.
What I Didn't Like:
- Underwood did a good job describing a toddler's actions, but it became too much, more than I wanted to read about.
- I started to lose interest once the story shifted to Rosings. There were some interesting moments, but they weren't enough to keep me entertained.
What I Liked:
- I appreciate dialogue in a story. I prefer to read extended conversations between Darcy and Elizabeth as those discussions deepen their connection. In this regard, Underwood does not disappoint.
- The author isn't afraid to mix things up. The thought of 'good' Jane marrying Collins and remaining married is unthinkable, yet I love it!
Then there's Charlotte. There's a wave of stories where Charlotte's HEA is a must, as if she's a main character, even marrying an Earl. However, I appreciate that the author remained true to Charlotte's thoughts on marriage from canon. Not many writers take that path if Charlotte isn't with Collins.
- Emily, for a time.
What I Didn't Like:
- Underwood did a good job describing a toddler's actions, but it became too much, more than I wanted to read about.
- I started to lose interest once the story shifted to Rosings. There were some interesting moments, but they weren't enough to keep me entertained.
December 28, 2024
Darcy the doting daddy
Reading this variation is like sipping a cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer day—enjoyable, refreshing, satisfying. Darcy and Lizzy start from very different places than in cannon, but they remain the flawed and lovable characters we know. Low in angst, high in Lizzy/Darcy time, I enjoyed every page. The style is the usual Timothy Underwood quirky, though Col Fitzwilliam is far less boisterous than he often is in Mr Underwood’s work. I’m glad of this, as I think a more understated Col F was needed here.
Reading this book felt a little like reading a love letter to new fatherhood, so I think it is particularly suited to those who have, or have good memories of having, toddlers. If you like a hands-on Darcy and think Darcy interacting well with small children is swoon worthy, this book is for you! I particularly enjoyed his discussions on child rearing. I can absolutely see a single Darcy voraciously devouring every book on the subject and desperately wanting to discuss what he has learned with others, even if they have zero interest! I highly doubt a real Regency gentleman, even one as rich as Darcy, could have gotten away with this level of overt parenting in public, but it’s fiction and I suspect it reflects Mr Underwood’s personal brand of fatherhood, which to me makes it that much more endearing. Also, his descriptions of Emily’s antics are some of the best baby descriptions I’ve read. I get so annoyed when supposed ten year olds act like they’re six, or three year olds act like they’re seven. Emily is between one and two, acts like it, and continues to act her age as the book progresses and she gets a little older. How refreshing!
Another way this book shines is in the multifaceted nature of many of the characters. Because the story is hemmed so tightly around Darcy and Lizzy, much of the extraneous storytelling is excluded, allowing room for more in-depth perusal of characters most authors tend to gloss over. Jane is better-rounded than usual, for one, as is Anne de Bourgh, though her part is quite brief. I particularly appreciated the portrayal of Lady Catherine. Here she is no one-dimensional ogre; she’s a highly complex, deeply flawed but also sometimes surprisingly capable person.
Those who have suffered loss should be forewarned: there is all kinds of loss in this book. Probably best to put this on a shelf for a while and return later if you have recent loss of spouse, parent, unborn child, or anyone in a traumatic fashion. Also, if you get queasy easily, probably best to skip the prologue. It’s heart-wrenching and graphic. There is plenty within the rest of the text that you will not be lost without it.
I personally enjoy Timothy Underwood books immensely, with several of his variations appearing in my all-time top 10. This is definitely up there with his best works.
Reading this variation is like sipping a cold glass of lemonade on a hot summer day—enjoyable, refreshing, satisfying. Darcy and Lizzy start from very different places than in cannon, but they remain the flawed and lovable characters we know. Low in angst, high in Lizzy/Darcy time, I enjoyed every page. The style is the usual Timothy Underwood quirky, though Col Fitzwilliam is far less boisterous than he often is in Mr Underwood’s work. I’m glad of this, as I think a more understated Col F was needed here.
Reading this book felt a little like reading a love letter to new fatherhood, so I think it is particularly suited to those who have, or have good memories of having, toddlers. If you like a hands-on Darcy and think Darcy interacting well with small children is swoon worthy, this book is for you! I particularly enjoyed his discussions on child rearing. I can absolutely see a single Darcy voraciously devouring every book on the subject and desperately wanting to discuss what he has learned with others, even if they have zero interest! I highly doubt a real Regency gentleman, even one as rich as Darcy, could have gotten away with this level of overt parenting in public, but it’s fiction and I suspect it reflects Mr Underwood’s personal brand of fatherhood, which to me makes it that much more endearing. Also, his descriptions of Emily’s antics are some of the best baby descriptions I’ve read. I get so annoyed when supposed ten year olds act like they’re six, or three year olds act like they’re seven. Emily is between one and two, acts like it, and continues to act her age as the book progresses and she gets a little older. How refreshing!
Another way this book shines is in the multifaceted nature of many of the characters. Because the story is hemmed so tightly around Darcy and Lizzy, much of the extraneous storytelling is excluded, allowing room for more in-depth perusal of characters most authors tend to gloss over. Jane is better-rounded than usual, for one, as is Anne de Bourgh, though her part is quite brief. I particularly appreciated the portrayal of Lady Catherine. Here she is no one-dimensional ogre; she’s a highly complex, deeply flawed but also sometimes surprisingly capable person.
Those who have suffered loss should be forewarned: there is all kinds of loss in this book. Probably best to put this on a shelf for a while and return later if you have recent loss of spouse, parent, unborn child, or anyone in a traumatic fashion. Also, if you get queasy easily, probably best to skip the prologue. It’s heart-wrenching and graphic. There is plenty within the rest of the text that you will not be lost without it.
I personally enjoy Timothy Underwood books immensely, with several of his variations appearing in my all-time top 10. This is definitely up there with his best works.
January 3, 2025
I loved it!
Warning: The first scene has a graphic depiction of death after giving birth and can be skipped if this will be uncomfortable for the reader.
It was so enticing that I couldn’t put it down, this book grabbed my interest from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down, I had to know what happened next. The story is well written with a very good storyline. You will see the most beloved characters in a whole new way. This is a Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice variation. Mr. Darcy only wanted his daughter to be happy. “Marry your cousin Anne.” Darcy’s mother had begged him on her deathbed. A dutiful son, Darcy married her, and Anne had loved him dearly, but Darcy never loved her the way she loved him. When Anne died in childbirth, she told Darcy that he should marry again and be happy; she had been kind, and she had deserved better, filled with guilt Darcy decided to never marry again. Elizabeth Bennet had been so lonely since her father died and that was why her conversations with Mr. Darcy delighted her so much, and she loved how he doted on his sweet daughter. It would be easy to fall in love with him, she must not, for Mr. Darcy was also an arrogant man who viewed himself as better than the neighbourhood, and he frequently declared that he would never marry again. When Mr. Collins, not satisfied with having married Jane, tries to force Elizabeth to marry an alcoholic friend, Mr. Darcy will be unable to stand aside and watch. Time, Elizabeth’s kindness, and his own child will teach Darcy that he deserves love. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. It’s a must read. I highly recommend to everyone.
Warning: The first scene has a graphic depiction of death after giving birth and can be skipped if this will be uncomfortable for the reader.
It was so enticing that I couldn’t put it down, this book grabbed my interest from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down, I had to know what happened next. The story is well written with a very good storyline. You will see the most beloved characters in a whole new way. This is a Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice variation. Mr. Darcy only wanted his daughter to be happy. “Marry your cousin Anne.” Darcy’s mother had begged him on her deathbed. A dutiful son, Darcy married her, and Anne had loved him dearly, but Darcy never loved her the way she loved him. When Anne died in childbirth, she told Darcy that he should marry again and be happy; she had been kind, and she had deserved better, filled with guilt Darcy decided to never marry again. Elizabeth Bennet had been so lonely since her father died and that was why her conversations with Mr. Darcy delighted her so much, and she loved how he doted on his sweet daughter. It would be easy to fall in love with him, she must not, for Mr. Darcy was also an arrogant man who viewed himself as better than the neighbourhood, and he frequently declared that he would never marry again. When Mr. Collins, not satisfied with having married Jane, tries to force Elizabeth to marry an alcoholic friend, Mr. Darcy will be unable to stand aside and watch. Time, Elizabeth’s kindness, and his own child will teach Darcy that he deserves love. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. It’s a must read. I highly recommend to everyone.
February 7, 2025
I enjoyed the story - lots of history of child rearing, birth and family expectations.
January 27, 2025
Awesome author, but not his best
Elizabeth meets Darcy as per usual at the Meryton assembly, but only after he's already been married and widowed, and has a daughter. Darcy capitulates to his mother's deathbed command for him to marry Anne Debourgh, who he respects but doesn't love. His guilt over never having truly loved his dead wife makes him vow to never marry again. He brings his daughter to Netherfield when he visits Bingley, and everyone soon learns that the handsome and wealthy Darcy has no interest in remarrying. Elizabeth strikes up a friendship with him and his daughter when they meet repeatedly at events. Elizabeth falls in love, and so does Darcy, but he stubbornly tells himself that he can't remarry, even though his arguments against it are ludicrous.
This author is an automatic purchase for me. I found this story to be oddly tedious. Darcy's dialogues with himself about never remarrying are repeated ad nauseum. His daughter Emily is a somewhat annoying character, as is Darcy's descent into a pandering papa. His behavior and his daughter's swings from endearing to annoying, but mostly the latter. Elizabeth's self control was disappointingly lacking after she falls in love with Darcy. I always expect her to have more self esteem, more integrity, particularly after Darcy tells her, for the umpteenth time, that he'll never marry her, and why (the usual vulgar family, no wealth or connections). In spite of this she still chases after him and hopes.
Mr Collins, always a ridiculous character, has a larger role in this story. He's tolerable in small doses, but unfortunately we must endure too much here. The author clearly states that he knows the reader will be disappointed with his disposition of Jane in the book, but it nonetheless casts a pall over the whole book. However, the book is very well written and well edited. I recommend it because Mr Underwood knows how to spin a great yarn. In this case, however, I don't think I'll be reading this one again.
Elizabeth meets Darcy as per usual at the Meryton assembly, but only after he's already been married and widowed, and has a daughter. Darcy capitulates to his mother's deathbed command for him to marry Anne Debourgh, who he respects but doesn't love. His guilt over never having truly loved his dead wife makes him vow to never marry again. He brings his daughter to Netherfield when he visits Bingley, and everyone soon learns that the handsome and wealthy Darcy has no interest in remarrying. Elizabeth strikes up a friendship with him and his daughter when they meet repeatedly at events. Elizabeth falls in love, and so does Darcy, but he stubbornly tells himself that he can't remarry, even though his arguments against it are ludicrous.
This author is an automatic purchase for me. I found this story to be oddly tedious. Darcy's dialogues with himself about never remarrying are repeated ad nauseum. His daughter Emily is a somewhat annoying character, as is Darcy's descent into a pandering papa. His behavior and his daughter's swings from endearing to annoying, but mostly the latter. Elizabeth's self control was disappointingly lacking after she falls in love with Darcy. I always expect her to have more self esteem, more integrity, particularly after Darcy tells her, for the umpteenth time, that he'll never marry her, and why (the usual vulgar family, no wealth or connections). In spite of this she still chases after him and hopes.
Mr Collins, always a ridiculous character, has a larger role in this story. He's tolerable in small doses, but unfortunately we must endure too much here. The author clearly states that he knows the reader will be disappointed with his disposition of Jane in the book, but it nonetheless casts a pall over the whole book. However, the book is very well written and well edited. I recommend it because Mr Underwood knows how to spin a great yarn. In this case, however, I don't think I'll be reading this one again.
April 12, 2025
A different, but interesting plot
I loved this Darcy as a father! But could have shaken him in some points. An emotional story with a novel path to happiness.
I loved this Darcy as a father! But could have shaken him in some points. An emotional story with a novel path to happiness.
April 29, 2025
I absolutely loved seeing Darcy as a single father - I got all the warm fuzzies! not the author's best work, but still a very enjoyable read.
January 15, 2025
No, Just No!
I quit reading at page 48! Because I got very tired of pretty much the same conversation being repeated in different fashions but always in a discombobulated way. Even adults who you expect to speak in a clear fashion spoke as though they were incapable of a genuine adult interaction. I did not like or appreciate having to force myself to constantly try to interpret into a sensible fashion what was being said.
I quit reading at page 48! Because I got very tired of pretty much the same conversation being repeated in different fashions but always in a discombobulated way. Even adults who you expect to speak in a clear fashion spoke as though they were incapable of a genuine adult interaction. I did not like or appreciate having to force myself to constantly try to interpret into a sensible fashion what was being said.
February 22, 2025
So wanted to like this but........
The word "jove" is used so frequently, that I was thoroughly frustrated and fed up before I even got 15% of the way in!
Gave up!
The word "jove" is used so frequently, that I was thoroughly frustrated and fed up before I even got 15% of the way in!
Gave up!
January 19, 2025
Another good book from this great author. I could not quite bring myself to give it 5 stars, but it was still enjoyable. Emily steals the show in many parts, and Darcy's commitment to care for her was very admirable and heartwarming. However, some of the early parts of the book were tedious, repetitive, and unclear as to the author's meaning.
Mainly, I found Darcy's reasons for insisting he would never marry again to be unconvincing and illogical. He was very cruel to Lizzy in forming such a close friendship and telling her he would protect her from the disgusting Mr. Sykes, then yelling at her about how she was just another single female trying to entrap him. Oh, he deserved a slap for that obnoxious behavior.
I also felt that Darcy's later decision to forego his determination not to marry was perhaps done too quickly or too easily, and again, was not convincing enough to me. Since that was the primary driving force behind the story, that was a bit of a disappointment to me.
Mrs. Bennet was ridiculous, and I felt for Darcy after her insulting comments, and then for Lizzy, to be continually harangued for not capturing Mr. Darcy! What a horrible woman! It was good that we didn't have to put up with her after Lizzy left Longbourn to stay with the Gardiners and then to go to Hunsford to stay with Jane. Lady Catherine was an incredibly horrible person, OMG. There are no words. And poor Jane, to be stuck as Mrs. Collins, that was another tragedy, but her personality allowed her to accept it, so we must also. Mr. Collins was a surprise. I would have expected him to deteriorate rapidly after the death of Lady Catherine caused his heart to break.
The final parts of the book did not have enough of the romance of ODC, IMO. I did like the final chapter where they were in the bookshop buying and looking for some of Lizzy's favorite books that had been her father's, but I wished to see more of their happiness together.
On the whole, I do recommend to other JAFF lovers. The warning about the scene at the beginning where Anne Darcy dies in childbirth is not to be ignored.
Mainly, I found Darcy's reasons for insisting he would never marry again to be unconvincing and illogical. He was very cruel to Lizzy in forming such a close friendship and telling her he would protect her from the disgusting Mr. Sykes, then yelling at her about how she was just another single female trying to entrap him. Oh, he deserved a slap for that obnoxious behavior.
I also felt that Darcy's later decision to forego his determination not to marry was perhaps done too quickly or too easily, and again, was not convincing enough to me. Since that was the primary driving force behind the story, that was a bit of a disappointment to me.
Mrs. Bennet was ridiculous, and I felt for Darcy after her insulting comments, and then for Lizzy, to be continually harangued for not capturing Mr. Darcy! What a horrible woman! It was good that we didn't have to put up with her after Lizzy left Longbourn to stay with the Gardiners and then to go to Hunsford to stay with Jane. Lady Catherine was an incredibly horrible person, OMG. There are no words. And poor Jane, to be stuck as Mrs. Collins, that was another tragedy, but her personality allowed her to accept it, so we must also. Mr. Collins was a surprise. I would have expected him to deteriorate rapidly after the death of Lady Catherine caused his heart to break.
The final parts of the book did not have enough of the romance of ODC, IMO. I did like the final chapter where they were in the bookshop buying and looking for some of Lizzy's favorite books that had been her father's, but I wished to see more of their happiness together.
On the whole, I do recommend to other JAFF lovers. The warning about the scene at the beginning where Anne Darcy dies in childbirth is not to be ignored.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 16, 2025
This story felt so sad to me. I love Timothy Underwood’s work, and this was no exception. I just felt unutterably sad while reading most of it. I give him a lot of credit for balancing it out with a good amount of happiness at the end.
In this variation Mr Bennet has died, Jane has married Mr Collins (who still maintains his position at Hunsford because he loves Lady Catherine), and Elizabeth lives with her mother and younger sisters at Longbourn with strict rules and a diminished income. Darcy, meanwhile, has married his cousin Anne due to a deathbed request from his mother that he do so. Anne has died in childbirth leaving him the sole parent to a baby girl. (Note the author’s warning: it is an explicit and gruesome death scene). On her deathbed Anne encourages Darcy to ensure their daughter is happy and to remarry to make himself happy.
Darcy was not in love with his wife and her death has engendered massive guilt for him. He has dedicated himself to being everything for his daughter, Emily, and has pledged to never remarry because he doesn’t deserve to be happy. His daughter goes everywhere with him and becomes his entire life…even above his duty of care for Georgiana. None of his relatives understand his fierce immersion in his baby daughter’s life, nor his pledge to remain unmarried. Surely he needs to father a son for Pemberley, doesn’t he?
Darcy agrees to visit Bingley at Netherfield while Georgiana goes to Ramsgate with her companion, Mrs Young. While there he meets Elizabeth Bennet, insults her, and then befriends her. He makes his pledge to never remarry very plain, but nevertheless they fall in love. Elizabeth and his daughter learn to care for each other as well while Miss Bingley shows her true colors about her feelings for children. Darcy is a man of his word and thus both are rendered heartbroken when Darcy must leave to track down his eloping sister.
When Elizabeth travels to Hunsford to assist Jane, who is with child, Darcy learns of her visit and goes there with his daughter despite his estrangement with Lady Catherine. His heart has begun to change but has Elizabeth’s?
In this variation Mr Bennet has died, Jane has married Mr Collins (who still maintains his position at Hunsford because he loves Lady Catherine), and Elizabeth lives with her mother and younger sisters at Longbourn with strict rules and a diminished income. Darcy, meanwhile, has married his cousin Anne due to a deathbed request from his mother that he do so. Anne has died in childbirth leaving him the sole parent to a baby girl. (Note the author’s warning: it is an explicit and gruesome death scene). On her deathbed Anne encourages Darcy to ensure their daughter is happy and to remarry to make himself happy.
Darcy was not in love with his wife and her death has engendered massive guilt for him. He has dedicated himself to being everything for his daughter, Emily, and has pledged to never remarry because he doesn’t deserve to be happy. His daughter goes everywhere with him and becomes his entire life…even above his duty of care for Georgiana. None of his relatives understand his fierce immersion in his baby daughter’s life, nor his pledge to remain unmarried. Surely he needs to father a son for Pemberley, doesn’t he?
Darcy agrees to visit Bingley at Netherfield while Georgiana goes to Ramsgate with her companion, Mrs Young. While there he meets Elizabeth Bennet, insults her, and then befriends her. He makes his pledge to never remarry very plain, but nevertheless they fall in love. Elizabeth and his daughter learn to care for each other as well while Miss Bingley shows her true colors about her feelings for children. Darcy is a man of his word and thus both are rendered heartbroken when Darcy must leave to track down his eloping sister.
When Elizabeth travels to Hunsford to assist Jane, who is with child, Darcy learns of her visit and goes there with his daughter despite his estrangement with Lady Catherine. His heart has begun to change but has Elizabeth’s?
June 14, 2025
Pride, Prejudice and Parenthood with a Plethora of language
Who knew Mr. Sykes had a mistress. What happened to Mr. Sykes wife? And what happened at Longbourn? Did Mary, Lydia, or Kitty ever marry? Did Colins ever treat them right? Mrs. Bennet had no right to let Mr. Collins sell her husband's books. Too much verbiage over stubbornness, rather than real reflection of what would bring happiness for ODC. A discussion finally happens at the end of the book, alas, it could have been handled sooner and quicker.
Who knew Mr. Sykes had a mistress. What happened to Mr. Sykes wife? And what happened at Longbourn? Did Mary, Lydia, or Kitty ever marry? Did Colins ever treat them right? Mrs. Bennet had no right to let Mr. Collins sell her husband's books. Too much verbiage over stubbornness, rather than real reflection of what would bring happiness for ODC. A discussion finally happens at the end of the book, alas, it could have been handled sooner and quicker.
October 1, 2025
This Darcy, apart from the final chapter, does not show the persistent devotion to Elizabeth as the Canon.
Elizabeth is kind, passionate and loyal. The efforts she made to guide Darcy to finally understand himself were so great that it made people feel sorry for her. After Darcy successfully proposed, his casual talk about the hurt he had brought to Elizabeth made me uncomfortable.
Elizabeth was sad because of Darcy, and Darcy only had himself to blame. Darcy didn't need to apologize/try to remedy/prove his determination. It is unfair.
Elizabeth is kind, passionate and loyal. The efforts she made to guide Darcy to finally understand himself were so great that it made people feel sorry for her. After Darcy successfully proposed, his casual talk about the hurt he had brought to Elizabeth made me uncomfortable.
Elizabeth was sad because of Darcy, and Darcy only had himself to blame. Darcy didn't need to apologize/try to remedy/prove his determination. It is unfair.
February 9, 2025
I read the ebook to do this review.
- Pride and preusice variation
- Darcy marry his cousin Anne who dies on the birth of their first child
- he decided to never marry again.
- he net elizabeth and her father already died and jane marry mr. collins
- their relationship is very rock
- but is a very different what if .
- Pride and preusice variation
- Darcy marry his cousin Anne who dies on the birth of their first child
- he decided to never marry again.
- he net elizabeth and her father already died and jane marry mr. collins
- their relationship is very rock
- but is a very different what if .
March 8, 2025
Entertaining read, although a little difficult at times when he had Darcy and Elizabeth debating it became somewhat involved. Both Darcy and Elizabeth were portrayed as stubborn characters; Jane got the short stick, Wickham got what he deserved, the Bingleys basically faded from the storyline at some point, as well as Mrs Bennet and the younger daughters. Overall, I enjoy the book. 😚
March 31, 2025
Pride, Prejudice and Parenthood
Oh such sadness, heartbreak and guilt.
Really got into his story, with Darcy refusing to ever marry again and the way he dotted on his Emily. As well as why Anne wants her baby named Emily.
Took some time and hurt feelings to come to conclusion. Understand the Jane resolution, but I don't have to be happy about it.
Oh such sadness, heartbreak and guilt.
Really got into his story, with Darcy refusing to ever marry again and the way he dotted on his Emily. As well as why Anne wants her baby named Emily.
Took some time and hurt feelings to come to conclusion. Understand the Jane resolution, but I don't have to be happy about it.
January 7, 2025
Pride and Prejudice, and Parenthood
This was such a delight to read. All the characters we love and also ones we are not so fond of are there and dully make their appearance. Very thought-provoking and very romantic.
This was such a delight to read. All the characters we love and also ones we are not so fond of are there and dully make their appearance. Very thought-provoking and very romantic.
February 21, 2025
lovely read
I really enjoyed this P&P variety show! Lady Catherine deserved to die alone and unloved. what a witch!
i liked Darcy as a dad. He and Elizabeth would have made. great parents.
I really enjoyed this P&P variety show! Lady Catherine deserved to die alone and unloved. what a witch!
i liked Darcy as a dad. He and Elizabeth would have made. great parents.
December 30, 2024
I really loved this book its very romantic.
Mr Underwood's books are always good IMO.
Mr Underwood's books are always good IMO.
January 28, 2025
I enjoyed this immensely.
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March 23, 2025i don't know how to rate this book...
misogynistic ...
misogynistic ...
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