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Some Little Alteration: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
What if you had a second chance to make a first impression?
When Elizabeth Bennet suffers an unexpected accident while visiting her friend Charlotte Collins in Kent, she wakes to a world subtly—yet profoundly—altered. Friendships, family ties, and first encounters are no longer as she remembers: Mr Darcy is a stranger she meets for the first time at Rosings, Jane’s circumstances have taken an unexpected turn, and a mysterious locket hints at a future she cannot fully comprehend.
As Elizabeth struggles to reconcile memories that refuse to align, she is drawn into a world both familiar and strange, where every exchange with Mr Darcy offers new insight into the man she once thought she understood. Yet each revelation brings the disquieting awareness that her former life is slipping away. And the harder she clings to her fading recollections, the more swiftly they recede.
Caught between two realities, Elizabeth must discover which truths to trust—and whether love can endure across the fragile boundaries of time.
Some Little Alteration is a spellbinding Pride and Prejudice variation, perfect for readers who enjoy stories that blend mystery, romance, and the enduring power of love.
When Elizabeth Bennet suffers an unexpected accident while visiting her friend Charlotte Collins in Kent, she wakes to a world subtly—yet profoundly—altered. Friendships, family ties, and first encounters are no longer as she remembers: Mr Darcy is a stranger she meets for the first time at Rosings, Jane’s circumstances have taken an unexpected turn, and a mysterious locket hints at a future she cannot fully comprehend.
As Elizabeth struggles to reconcile memories that refuse to align, she is drawn into a world both familiar and strange, where every exchange with Mr Darcy offers new insight into the man she once thought she understood. Yet each revelation brings the disquieting awareness that her former life is slipping away. And the harder she clings to her fading recollections, the more swiftly they recede.
Caught between two realities, Elizabeth must discover which truths to trust—and whether love can endure across the fragile boundaries of time.
Some Little Alteration is a spellbinding Pride and Prejudice variation, perfect for readers who enjoy stories that blend mystery, romance, and the enduring power of love.
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Published October 16, 2025
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October 19, 2025
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This variation begins with Elizabeth Bennet travelling to Hunsford to visit her recently married friend Charlotte. She is accompanying Charlotte's father, Sir William and and sister, Maria.
During a stop at Bromley they visit a street market. Elizabeth is drawn to buy a gold locket. The seller, Madame Hercaud has a definite air of mystery and maybe magic.
Elizabeth is most unhappy to meet the rude and haughty Mr Darcy again. Last seen in her village the previous November.
Unhappiness becomes shock when Darcy makes an impassioned and insulting proposal.
She delivers a vociferous refusal and rebuke.
The following morning, Darcy confronts her, demanding that she reads his letter of defence.
Elizabeth retreats beneath a tree, but before she gets to read the letter, she is struck by a falling branch.
Elizabeth wakes to find the world is different from her memories.
Darcy was first introduced to Elizabeth in Kent and has been a pleasing acquaintance.
Maria did not accompany her on the trip, but the person who did, indicates a material change in their lives.
This is a really enjoyable variation. The diverging paths of reality are intriguing, although Lady Catherine remains a manipulative harpy in both realities.
The growing relationship between Elizabeth and Darcy is well done, although the obstacles they face had me on the edge of my seat.
The locket remains significant throughout, but is it fate, magic or manipulation?
Satisfying conclusion.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
https://myjaffobsession.blogspot.com/...
This variation begins with Elizabeth Bennet travelling to Hunsford to visit her recently married friend Charlotte. She is accompanying Charlotte's father, Sir William and and sister, Maria.
During a stop at Bromley they visit a street market. Elizabeth is drawn to buy a gold locket. The seller, Madame Hercaud has a definite air of mystery and maybe magic.
Elizabeth is most unhappy to meet the rude and haughty Mr Darcy again. Last seen in her village the previous November.
Unhappiness becomes shock when Darcy makes an impassioned and insulting proposal.
She delivers a vociferous refusal and rebuke.
The following morning, Darcy confronts her, demanding that she reads his letter of defence.
Elizabeth retreats beneath a tree, but before she gets to read the letter, she is struck by a falling branch.
Elizabeth wakes to find the world is different from her memories.
Darcy was first introduced to Elizabeth in Kent and has been a pleasing acquaintance.
Maria did not accompany her on the trip, but the person who did, indicates a material change in their lives.
This is a really enjoyable variation. The diverging paths of reality are intriguing, although Lady Catherine remains a manipulative harpy in both realities.
The growing relationship between Elizabeth and Darcy is well done, although the obstacles they face had me on the edge of my seat.
The locket remains significant throughout, but is it fate, magic or manipulation?
Satisfying conclusion.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 16, 2025
Parallel reality at Hunsford
A changed reality after a head injury has Elizabeth questioning what is real. This leads to a new understanding of Mr Darcy and her wrong impressions of him, Mr Wickham as well as herself. Beautifully told story...I highly recommend.
A changed reality after a head injury has Elizabeth questioning what is real. This leads to a new understanding of Mr Darcy and her wrong impressions of him, Mr Wickham as well as herself. Beautifully told story...I highly recommend.
October 18, 2025
I loved this book it was very well done very orginal and very enjoyable. Glad I bought it as it will be a reread for me.
October 27, 2025
A timeless love.
“It is calling to you,” the woman said, turning back to Elizabeth. “Charms like this one never forget where they belong.” (quote from the book)
This was a delightful variation that was gentle but at the same time a bit angsty. As always by Ms. Altman, it is a well written variation that alters Elizabeth Bennet’s visit to Kent with Sir Lucas and Maria that causes her to see another side of Mr. Darcy.
“But the strange muddling of her recollections remained like a veil she could not lift.” (quote from the book)
There is a mystical, almost gypsy style magic, to this tale. For Elizabeth has an accident shortly after receiving Mr. Darcy’s letter. The disastrous Hunsford proposal does take place, but with her world spun on its axis, she does not know what to believe or how it will end. For when she awakes from it, all her memories are called into question.
“It will open, she said, ‘but only when the time is right.” (quote from the book)
There are definite alterations in this tale that will surprise you. The locket she purchased at the market fair in Bromley plays a large role as does Mrs. Annesley. I quite liked that, however, there is no real explanation as to why. Nonetheless, it all made for a diverting read. I don’t want to give too much away, as it would lessen your enjoyment and the surprises.
“I know what I see. And I see a young woman standing at a crossroads between what was and what may be.” (quote from the book)
I highly recommend this book and this alternate universe of Elizabeth!
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving my review.
October 18, 2025
Slower but so Well Written
This author is such a gifted writer that I will read anything she writes. This one is a little bit slower than her others, but still super enjoyable. Please keep them coming!
This author is such a gifted writer that I will read anything she writes. This one is a little bit slower than her others, but still super enjoyable. Please keep them coming!
October 24, 2025
The day after Darcy’s disastrous proposal Elizabeth suffers an accident during her morning walk. When she awakens the life she has known is changed. Not only is her family greatly changed, also her previous acquaintance with Darcy is greatly altered as she has met him only a few days ago and he is soon to marry Miss de Bourgh.
While Elizabeth struggles to comprehend and accept this new, altered reality she gets to know new shades of Darcy’s character. With time she begins to regret her refusal in her former life and needs to finally admit that she is falling in love with him.
Is there a chance for Elizabeth’s new found love for Darcy? What are his feelings in this altered reality? And will Elizabeth forever live in this altered reality or is there a chance to go back to her original life?
The book was very well written by the author Jennifer Altman. I always enjoy her variations very much. This one is no exception. This variation with its altered reality is very cleverly constructed. The reader only ever knows as much as Elizabeth and needs to find with her a way to live with the altered reality or a way to go back to the original reality.
I really liked the idea that Darcy and Elizabeth get a second chance to start all over again. Especially Elizabeth, as only she knows of the other reality, can now observe another side of Darcy. This is most of all possible because Darcy acts more open in this altered reality, maybe because he is about to be married and therefore needs not to fear unwanted attention. I like this more open side of him. He talks with Elizabeth more easily and they share a sort of friendship. This new understanding of Darcy lets Elizabeth finally fall in love with him. But do not be mistaken, Darcy is not gravely altered in this new reality, his finer qualities are more openly to observe and Elizabeth, as she now knows that she judged him wrong, is in addition now more able to sketch an accurate picture of his character than before.
I really like the sweet moments that Darcy and Elizabeth share when they come to know each other for a second time. If they had had that sort of relationship in the original reality Elizabeth would surely have happily accepted his proposal of marriage.
Being in an altered reality and coming to know Darcy better is also of a bitter sweet quality. This altered reality is a bit of “look what you will lose in your life if you don’t know him”. It’s not only about the relationship between Darcy and Elizabeth, it’s also about other family connections that are changed due to this altered reality.
The altered reality and the period after Elizabeth realizes that she is in love with Darcy was a bit heartbreaking because there seems to be no possibility of living their love. In the altered reality Darcy is about to become married and later, when Elizabeth is once again in the original reality (but still with her knowledge of and love for Darcy) she needs to endure much uncertainty and waiting before she finally finds her happily ever after with Darcy. I felt with her.
There is no real villain in this story. Wickham and Caroline are not present and Lady Catherine is her usual self, not better or worse than at other times. In the end, when Elizabeth has finally come to love Darcy it is the time that keeps them apart.
If you like to know how an altered reality after Darcy's disastrous proposal can change Elizabeth's opinion of him you should read this excellent book.
I highly recommend it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
While Elizabeth struggles to comprehend and accept this new, altered reality she gets to know new shades of Darcy’s character. With time she begins to regret her refusal in her former life and needs to finally admit that she is falling in love with him.
Is there a chance for Elizabeth’s new found love for Darcy? What are his feelings in this altered reality? And will Elizabeth forever live in this altered reality or is there a chance to go back to her original life?
The book was very well written by the author Jennifer Altman. I always enjoy her variations very much. This one is no exception. This variation with its altered reality is very cleverly constructed. The reader only ever knows as much as Elizabeth and needs to find with her a way to live with the altered reality or a way to go back to the original reality.
I really liked the idea that Darcy and Elizabeth get a second chance to start all over again. Especially Elizabeth, as only she knows of the other reality, can now observe another side of Darcy. This is most of all possible because Darcy acts more open in this altered reality, maybe because he is about to be married and therefore needs not to fear unwanted attention. I like this more open side of him. He talks with Elizabeth more easily and they share a sort of friendship. This new understanding of Darcy lets Elizabeth finally fall in love with him. But do not be mistaken, Darcy is not gravely altered in this new reality, his finer qualities are more openly to observe and Elizabeth, as she now knows that she judged him wrong, is in addition now more able to sketch an accurate picture of his character than before.
I really like the sweet moments that Darcy and Elizabeth share when they come to know each other for a second time. If they had had that sort of relationship in the original reality Elizabeth would surely have happily accepted his proposal of marriage.
Being in an altered reality and coming to know Darcy better is also of a bitter sweet quality. This altered reality is a bit of “look what you will lose in your life if you don’t know him”. It’s not only about the relationship between Darcy and Elizabeth, it’s also about other family connections that are changed due to this altered reality.
The altered reality and the period after Elizabeth realizes that she is in love with Darcy was a bit heartbreaking because there seems to be no possibility of living their love. In the altered reality Darcy is about to become married and later, when Elizabeth is once again in the original reality (but still with her knowledge of and love for Darcy) she needs to endure much uncertainty and waiting before she finally finds her happily ever after with Darcy. I felt with her.
There is no real villain in this story. Wickham and Caroline are not present and Lady Catherine is her usual self, not better or worse than at other times. In the end, when Elizabeth has finally come to love Darcy it is the time that keeps them apart.
If you like to know how an altered reality after Darcy's disastrous proposal can change Elizabeth's opinion of him you should read this excellent book.
I highly recommend it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 27, 2025
The story is cute and the supernatural framework is a spin on the parallel lives trope.
My problem with the story is that logic and common sense demand that if you are told (A) happens, your brain expects (B) to take place next… but here when the author presents (A), next thing you know the characters are doing (F), (P), & (Z)!!!
For example:
1) Elizabeth notices she is living al alternate reality to her own experience, no one else experiences this and she feels confused; she gets a very clear hint that Darcy might have experienced something similar, and instead of picking up on it and maybe ask him what it means, that crucial information goes over her head and she ignores it, going through the story while the clue is left hanging. Also, puzzlingly, Darcy, who *might experience something similar*, ignores Elizabeth’s strange behaviour and her confession to having odd memories which might match his ! What???
2) Elizabeth is in the process of getting a revelation about her predicament, she already knows Darcy is the key to her happiness, but it’s Mrs. Annesley who acts as the Oracle that gives Lizzy her mysterious hints. So at a culmination scene, Elizabeth goes looking for Mrs. Annesley, but miraculously she meets Darcy on her way, and instead of having a joyful meeting with him there, she has a hysteric attack because she wants to reach Mrs. Annesley instead…
3) Elizabeth is described as strong and resilient, as someone who overcomes obstacles with absolutely no backing to the claim… and worse, this Lizzy is actually super passive and never does much to pursue Darcy at any point, she pretty much just waits for him to remember she exists all on his own after she has all her revelations and knows she wants him in her life = after confessing their love in one timeline, the alternate life has Lizzy passively see Darcy leave Kent, while she makes absolutely no move to see him again or try to reach him through Bingley (she even declines her summer trip to the lakes altogether! Explicitly so NOT to see Darcy at Pemberley, which she should not even know it would happen since that’s P&P timeline, not this book’s timeline at all)
As a side note, there are many, many repeated descriptions about the wind in the woods, a bird singing, the rustle of leaves, and so on. Same for Darcy’s “pointed looks” or the corners of his mouth barely lifting (I lost count)
My problem with the story is that logic and common sense demand that if you are told (A) happens, your brain expects (B) to take place next… but here when the author presents (A), next thing you know the characters are doing (F), (P), & (Z)!!!
For example:
1) Elizabeth notices she is living al alternate reality to her own experience, no one else experiences this and she feels confused; she gets a very clear hint that Darcy might have experienced something similar, and instead of picking up on it and maybe ask him what it means, that crucial information goes over her head and she ignores it, going through the story while the clue is left hanging. Also, puzzlingly, Darcy, who *might experience something similar*, ignores Elizabeth’s strange behaviour and her confession to having odd memories which might match his ! What???
2) Elizabeth is in the process of getting a revelation about her predicament, she already knows Darcy is the key to her happiness, but it’s Mrs. Annesley who acts as the Oracle that gives Lizzy her mysterious hints. So at a culmination scene, Elizabeth goes looking for Mrs. Annesley, but miraculously she meets Darcy on her way, and instead of having a joyful meeting with him there, she has a hysteric attack because she wants to reach Mrs. Annesley instead…
3) Elizabeth is described as strong and resilient, as someone who overcomes obstacles with absolutely no backing to the claim… and worse, this Lizzy is actually super passive and never does much to pursue Darcy at any point, she pretty much just waits for him to remember she exists all on his own after she has all her revelations and knows she wants him in her life = after confessing their love in one timeline, the alternate life has Lizzy passively see Darcy leave Kent, while she makes absolutely no move to see him again or try to reach him through Bingley (she even declines her summer trip to the lakes altogether! Explicitly so NOT to see Darcy at Pemberley, which she should not even know it would happen since that’s P&P timeline, not this book’s timeline at all)
As a side note, there are many, many repeated descriptions about the wind in the woods, a bird singing, the rustle of leaves, and so on. Same for Darcy’s “pointed looks” or the corners of his mouth barely lifting (I lost count)
October 17, 2025
3.5 stars. A little cute story with some magical realism in the form of parallel reality.
October 16, 2025
An interesting way to get to a 'sliding doors' timeline.
On the way to Hunsford Elizabeth is drawn to a locket. It seems to have an impact on things after she is hit on the head by a falling branch.
This shifts her timeline from canon, right after the horrid proposal to one where Bingley and Darcy never arrive in Meryton. Creating one huge change!
Elizabeth needs to navigate memories and her new situation, while figuring out how to get back to her old life and her complex emotions for Darcy.
Such a sweet story and a quick read. However, some things don't connect and remain unanswered. I love the idea of a little bit of mystical help, but we don't get answers or explanations for them.
Who was the lady in the market, how is she connected to Mrs. Annesley, why was the locket drawn to Elizabeth? This bugged me. At the risk of a longer story, it would have been nice for all that to have been explained, even a little bit.
Overall, an entertaining read, for those who enjoy a bit of the fantastical, like I do!
I received an advance review copy for free, and voluntarily leave my review.
On the way to Hunsford Elizabeth is drawn to a locket. It seems to have an impact on things after she is hit on the head by a falling branch.
This shifts her timeline from canon, right after the horrid proposal to one where Bingley and Darcy never arrive in Meryton. Creating one huge change!
Elizabeth needs to navigate memories and her new situation, while figuring out how to get back to her old life and her complex emotions for Darcy.
Such a sweet story and a quick read. However, some things don't connect and remain unanswered. I love the idea of a little bit of mystical help, but we don't get answers or explanations for them.
Who was the lady in the market, how is she connected to Mrs. Annesley, why was the locket drawn to Elizabeth? This bugged me. At the risk of a longer story, it would have been nice for all that to have been explained, even a little bit.
Overall, an entertaining read, for those who enjoy a bit of the fantastical, like I do!
I received an advance review copy for free, and voluntarily leave my review.
October 27, 2025
“Some hearts are meant to wait, but not forever. All things come when the hour is right.”
Jennifer is one of my favorite author, her story and her way of telling a story both speak to my heart. However, I have never been a fan of supernatural or mystical genre. Thus, this book stood out as quite a challenge for me.
Everything seemed like a dream to me and I’m sure that Lizzy felt more than I could imagine when all the mystery actually happened to her. It was at first a bit difficult for me to comprehend the situation and Lizzy was quite outspoken right after her first accident. However, later on I was able to sympathise as the confusion between dream and reality and impression and reality are maddening.
Maybe just as it was a jumping between lives that the affections shared by ODC seemed less condensed and strong to me; that Darcy professed his inclination in one of the scenarios whilst engaging to Anne made me a bit uncomfortable. On the other hand, the switch between Charlotte and Jane was quite amusing and had added a lot of fun to the story.
Jennifer is one of my favorite author, her story and her way of telling a story both speak to my heart. However, I have never been a fan of supernatural or mystical genre. Thus, this book stood out as quite a challenge for me.
Everything seemed like a dream to me and I’m sure that Lizzy felt more than I could imagine when all the mystery actually happened to her. It was at first a bit difficult for me to comprehend the situation and Lizzy was quite outspoken right after her first accident. However, later on I was able to sympathise as the confusion between dream and reality and impression and reality are maddening.
Maybe just as it was a jumping between lives that the affections shared by ODC seemed less condensed and strong to me; that Darcy professed his inclination in one of the scenarios whilst engaging to Anne made me a bit uncomfortable. On the other hand, the switch between Charlotte and Jane was quite amusing and had added a lot of fun to the story.
October 24, 2025
On the way to Hunsford Elizabeth and Maria come by a market, and she buys a locket. The locket will not open, but she is told it will open when the time is right.
Darcy's proposal happens as in the original story but soon after she accepts his letter, she is struck by a fallen tree branch. So she didn't have time to read the letter
When Elizabeth wakes up, it is to a different world, but in my opion not a better one. Actually it is not just a little alteration... Rather Bingley never leased Netherfield and Jane decided to marry Mr Collins. So it is Elizabeth and Charlotte that visit Hunsford. Here they meet Mr Darcy for the first time with him is of course the coronel but also Georgiana and Mrs Annesley. The later is of great help to Elizabeth, because she senses Elizabeths difficulties. She actually knows more about the situation than Elizabeth and gently guides her.
I will not reveal more but I recommend the story.
I received a free copy and am voluntarily leaving a review
Darcy's proposal happens as in the original story but soon after she accepts his letter, she is struck by a fallen tree branch. So she didn't have time to read the letter
When Elizabeth wakes up, it is to a different world, but in my opion not a better one. Actually it is not just a little alteration... Rather Bingley never leased Netherfield and Jane decided to marry Mr Collins. So it is Elizabeth and Charlotte that visit Hunsford. Here they meet Mr Darcy for the first time with him is of course the coronel but also Georgiana and Mrs Annesley. The later is of great help to Elizabeth, because she senses Elizabeths difficulties. She actually knows more about the situation than Elizabeth and gently guides her.
I will not reveal more but I recommend the story.
I received a free copy and am voluntarily leaving a review
October 27, 2025
In this alternate world Elizabeth begins to learn about her own shortcomings and also begins to know Darcy as a real human being rather than the prejudiced stereotype she had previously imagined. “Sometimes, those who seem the most distant are only waiting for someone who sees them as they truly are.” At Hunsford, we leave canon as Lizzy begins to see and speak to Darcy in places he is NOT, and no one else can see him. We then find that he has been in an accident and the two of them have interesting conversations with each other and with those around them. The activities of their days become new memories for Lizzy, causing her serious confusion and upset when her canon memory tries to coexist with her alternate reality memory. An interesting Darcy, a difficult Colonel, a nasty Lady Catherine, a fascinating trip into the possibility of seeing spirits, and absolutely romantic! I received a free copy of this book and voluntarily leaving a review.
October 18, 2025
A very well written variation.
This is first and foremost a well written Pride and Prejudice variation. The writing is of a uniformly good quality and the book is well edited.
The plot has a paranormal element to it which brings in just the right amount of angst - poor Elizabeth has quite the shock when she comes to after a bump on the head! And the shocks just keep on coming for a while.
There are some delicate touches which keep the reader alert to the alternate reality elements and the plot builds well. There is a restricted cast list with the likes of Wickham and Caroline Bingley remaining 'off stage'. They were not missed.
After remaining strong through much of the book, Elizabeth has a little wobble of confidence near the end which was perhaps not necessary. This is just a tiny moan in an otherwise very good book.
This is first and foremost a well written Pride and Prejudice variation. The writing is of a uniformly good quality and the book is well edited.
The plot has a paranormal element to it which brings in just the right amount of angst - poor Elizabeth has quite the shock when she comes to after a bump on the head! And the shocks just keep on coming for a while.
There are some delicate touches which keep the reader alert to the alternate reality elements and the plot builds well. There is a restricted cast list with the likes of Wickham and Caroline Bingley remaining 'off stage'. They were not missed.
After remaining strong through much of the book, Elizabeth has a little wobble of confidence near the end which was perhaps not necessary. This is just a tiny moan in an otherwise very good book.
October 25, 2025
The book captivated me from the beginning and I finished it as quickly as possible. The story takes place in Kent and features familiar characters. Everyone stayed true to their original characters. It it low angst, and I enjoyed the fact that neither Caroline nor Wickham appeared.
An exciting form of variation I hadn't seen before.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
An exciting form of variation I hadn't seen before.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 23, 2025
Lovely
A twist to time. Elizabeth and Darcy had to learn, with many twists, to put aside their differences and pride to reach the love of each other. The character of Mrs Annesley, the locket and the changes to our beloved characters makes a very interesting story.
A twist to time. Elizabeth and Darcy had to learn, with many twists, to put aside their differences and pride to reach the love of each other. The character of Mrs Annesley, the locket and the changes to our beloved characters makes a very interesting story.
October 27, 2025
Some Little Alteration
I loved this Pride and Prejudice rendition! I’ve read many different versions of the story, but this is by far my favorite.
I loved this Pride and Prejudice rendition! I’ve read many different versions of the story, but this is by far my favorite.
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