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Pride and Prejudice: The Wild and Wanton Edition
This reissue of Pride and Prejudice: The Wild and Wanton Edition launches Crimson Romance’s new Wild and Wanton line!
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife . . . in bed. Unfortunately, we’ve never been able to see Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam in flagrante delicto - until now.
In this deliciously naughty updating of the beloved classic, you can peek behind the closed doors of Pemberley’s sexiest master bedroom - and revel in the sexual delights of your favorite couple.
From first kiss to orgasmic finish, this book is every Austen fan’s dream come true - the story you love, with the heat turned up to high. It will come as no surprise that the dashing Mr. Darcy is as passionate and intense with his knickers off as he is with them on. And admit it, we’ve all wanted to see him sans knickers!
Sensuality Level: Hot
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife . . . in bed. Unfortunately, we’ve never been able to see Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam in flagrante delicto - until now.
In this deliciously naughty updating of the beloved classic, you can peek behind the closed doors of Pemberley’s sexiest master bedroom - and revel in the sexual delights of your favorite couple.
From first kiss to orgasmic finish, this book is every Austen fan’s dream come true - the story you love, with the heat turned up to high. It will come as no surprise that the dashing Mr. Darcy is as passionate and intense with his knickers off as he is with them on. And admit it, we’ve all wanted to see him sans knickers!
Sensuality Level: Hot
481 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 18, 2010
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Annabella Bloom
6 books8 followersAnnabella Bloom is the pseudonym of Michelle M. Pillow, author of All Things Romance and a multipublished, award-winning author known mostly for her paranormal, futuristic, and dark fantasy romance. Aside from these she also writes contemporary, fantasy, historical, and erotic romance. - See more at: http://www.crimsonromance.com/crimson...
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October 24, 2018
Pride and Prejudice, Wild and wanton edition was not as wild and wanton as I feared. I thought it was tastefully done as much as it possible to add sultry innuendo to PnP tastefully...
I was surprised by its length though as Scribd had it at a 100 pages while it is actually 523 pages. I thought the difference quite remarkable.
This is most of Pride and Prejudice with a lot of spice added to it and it has a massive amount of rehash.
It is certainly hypocritical of me but although I read intimates, I do not like it when ODC anticipate their wedding vows... They did in this book but at such a late date that I had no trouble with it. They are not intimate at all before they reach an understanding and I appreciate that compared to other similar works I have read.
Lydia was another matter entirely and even Charlotte surprised me.
All in all, I enjoyed this book despite my rehash allergies. Mainly because I did not think it went to far in the spicy additions.
I was surprised by its length though as Scribd had it at a 100 pages while it is actually 523 pages. I thought the difference quite remarkable.
This is most of Pride and Prejudice with a lot of spice added to it and it has a massive amount of rehash.
It is certainly hypocritical of me but although I read intimates, I do not like it when ODC anticipate their wedding vows... They did in this book but at such a late date that I had no trouble with it. They are not intimate at all before they reach an understanding and I appreciate that compared to other similar works I have read.
Lydia was another matter entirely and even Charlotte surprised me.
All in all, I enjoyed this book despite my rehash allergies. Mainly because I did not think it went to far in the spicy additions.
February 17, 2011
I'd like nothing better than to see Elizabeth and Darcy get wild and wanton. The problem is, they simply can't do that until the end of the book, and in the meantime, you have to suffer through the wild wantonness of the secondary characters...characters like Lydia and (*shudder*) Mr. Collins.
Yes, I said MR. COLLINS. If you are determined to see Elizabeth and Darcy all wild (and wanton) skip to the end of the book and spare yourself the agony. (I may need therapy.)
Warning: I shouldn't have to say this (it is the "wild and wanton edition," after all), but this book contains adult material :)
Yes, I said MR. COLLINS. If you are determined to see Elizabeth and Darcy all wild (and wanton) skip to the end of the book and spare yourself the agony. (I may need therapy.)
Warning: I shouldn't have to say this (it is the "wild and wanton edition," after all), but this book contains adult material :)
November 18, 2012
It was a book.... the end
February 14, 2011
One of my secret vices is Pride and Prejudice adaptations. I've been a fan ever since I read Helen Fielding's Bridget Jones's Diary and realized that she based that book upon the BBC mini series Pride and Prejudice starring Colin Firth and Jennifer Ehle. So I went and got that version of the mini-series and have been hooked every since. It's a sickness. And if there is anyone out here who has not seen the Colin Firth/Jennifer Ehle version, I think there is something serious wrong with you and this needs to be addressed promptly (cough, cough Fiction Vixen). Also, if you watched that movie with that Keira Knightly and Matthew Macfadyen and think that's the best version ever, I have serious issues with you.
As you can see I am very passionate about this subject.
Anyhoo. When Robin was on Twitter posting her books covers, she posted this one. I immediately saved her tweet and when this book was released I downloaded it to the Kindle and started reading.
I should have paid more attention to the Amazon reviews first. Really, I should have. I could not finish this book no matter how anxious I was to read it. I simply could not.
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE: THE WILD AND WANTON EDITION basically takes Jane Austen's version and adds a paragraph of two of some heated thoughts and behaviors. However, those heated thoughts and behaviors (which is mostly of Darcy jacking off and Lydia humping anything that moves) does not fit in with Jane Austen's style and instead of being a pleasure are a big distraction that pulled me out of the story.
As you know, I am not a prude in my reading and my favorite Pride and Prejudice adaptations includes smexing, but I just could not get into this novel. I just could not. It did flow right, it seemed out of place, it just didn't do a thing for me.
I just didn't like it. I've been trying to finish reading this since I bought in January 14th and finally decided to stop. I made it up to where Mr. Collins arrives.
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March 16, 2011
If you are familiar with Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice then you might like Pride and Prejudice The Wild and Wanton Edition. I'm a huge fan of Jane Austen and of Jane Austen sequels and variations. When I came across this book it immediately grabbed my attention. Darcy and Elizabeth wild and wanton together? Yes please! Michelle Pillow does not stray far from the beloved story. There are a few changes but they are not unwelcome. I like how the author gives us more of an insight into what the characters are thinking. Many times I had wondered what Mr. Darcy was thinking while he's gazing at Elizabeth Bennett. The author did manage to spice up the relationships in the book, even Charlotte Collins was a little wanton.
In this version of Pride and Prejudice there are more longing glances, flirtatious conversations and like the title suggests a little wild and wanton behavior between Elizabeth and Darcy. This book is a fun read and very enjoyable. If you're a fan of Pride and Prejudice and you would like to see things heat up between Elizabeth and Darcy, you should check this book out.
In this version of Pride and Prejudice there are more longing glances, flirtatious conversations and like the title suggests a little wild and wanton behavior between Elizabeth and Darcy. This book is a fun read and very enjoyable. If you're a fan of Pride and Prejudice and you would like to see things heat up between Elizabeth and Darcy, you should check this book out.
October 8, 2019
I mistakenly took this version for the real one, and I have to say it was a giant waste of my time. It's beyond me why anyone would spend their time rewriting announced 10/10 classics that are universally loved by everyone to add some shitty 50 shades of grey bs. Aside from all the shit in bold, terrific book. Women.
January 3, 2021
I accidentally bought this book from someone else thinking it was the normal classic.... It is not. Do not suggest. I feel very uncomfortable having read it and need to go scrub my brain.
March 30, 2016
Too much original text from Pride & Prejudice. It was so much that a couple of times I had to ask myself "why am I reading this again?". If I want to read P&P, I would read P&P, not this. It was not executed right; with the bold new text, it was confusing at first and quickly turned in to annoying.
Why was it screaming at me? You're reading a book and suddenly the book started screaming at you for no apparent reason other than to tell you "I'm new here!" ?? The decision to do that bold add-on thing was a strange one: it was distracting. I love variations of Austen's works, plently of them really well-written and cleverly plotted and more worthy of your time.
Why was it screaming at me? You're reading a book and suddenly the book started screaming at you for no apparent reason other than to tell you "I'm new here!" ?? The decision to do that bold add-on thing was a strange one: it was distracting. I love variations of Austen's works, plently of them really well-written and cleverly plotted and more worthy of your time.
October 11, 2020
This has been on my TBR shelf for ages and now it's into my Goodwill bag. Read for #Pemberlittens Pride and Prejudice Retellings.
Soooo incredibly bad. Not even a retelling. Literally just reprinted P & P then just inserted some smut. Now I'm all for some loving but this was just badly written. 'you must milk the energy from them.....You milk him. Down there. Though, it is not really milk, It turns a man instantly docile and completely controllable."🤢
Soooo incredibly bad. Not even a retelling. Literally just reprinted P & P then just inserted some smut. Now I'm all for some loving but this was just badly written. 'you must milk the energy from them.....You milk him. Down there. Though, it is not really milk, It turns a man instantly docile and completely controllable."🤢
November 10, 2023
If I knew this was only “wild and wanton” about Lydia and then Mr. Collins (gross and hysterical at the same time), I wouldn’t have read it. However, it did flow with the style of writing and did not seem to have an abrupt change, which was nice.
I wish this was a sequel written entirely about the Darcys and the Bingleys.
I wish this was a sequel written entirely about the Darcys and the Bingleys.
January 13, 2019
It was the original work + some "wild and wanton" details, that didn't feel wild.
November 18, 2017
Exceedingly tedious challenge
I won’t lie, this was tough for me. really tough.
Am I glad I tackled this fierce classic? Absolutely.
It was in fact my first time, and I assumed the wild & wanton version would aid in my successful completion, but honestly I found the bold sections distracting (which I certainly didn’t need any more of those) and I skimmed over them to focus on the meat of the story.
Jane my dear if it was your goal to confusion me, mission accomplished.
I found I had to pay close attention and yet, still I read most of it numerous times.
First it was the language..wow.
“I do not say.” “I will not say.” “I dare say.” On my goodness! Will somebody just ‘say’ already!!
I speak English, truly I do. So, why did I feel like I was lost in translation?
I should have taken notes…
Once I realized there were only about 16 solid characters it was easier. Initially, I thought I was following close to forty. With the proper surnames, first names and nicknames; I was mixing everyone up.
I should have taken notes…
Once I got the swing of the dialogue and had a good grasp on what was happening, I was able to enjoy the read so much more. Reaching the halfway point was motivating, and either the story picked up or I was anxious to see what would become of Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy.
Elizabeth- strong willed, stubborn, witty, clever bra burner. She was all-around fantastic. If I had been born in such an era, I could only hope to be half as ‘kick ass’ as Miss Bennet.
Mr. Darcy- cool & collected, elegant, sophisticated, brooding at times and prideful. At times I wanted to smack him, and then others I felt distressed and my heart ached for him.
From the moment they locked eyes at that fateful ball, until the triumph of denied and misunderstood actions became clear, they suffered an incredible journey.
Miss Austen you were a woman well beyond your years.
I now appreciate and understand why you are considered one of the true historical romance teller of tales.
I won’t lie, this was tough for me. really tough.
Am I glad I tackled this fierce classic? Absolutely.
It was in fact my first time, and I assumed the wild & wanton version would aid in my successful completion, but honestly I found the bold sections distracting (which I certainly didn’t need any more of those) and I skimmed over them to focus on the meat of the story.
Jane my dear if it was your goal to confusion me, mission accomplished.
I found I had to pay close attention and yet, still I read most of it numerous times.
First it was the language..wow.
“I do not say.” “I will not say.” “I dare say.” On my goodness! Will somebody just ‘say’ already!!
I speak English, truly I do. So, why did I feel like I was lost in translation?
I should have taken notes…
Once I realized there were only about 16 solid characters it was easier. Initially, I thought I was following close to forty. With the proper surnames, first names and nicknames; I was mixing everyone up.
I should have taken notes…
Once I got the swing of the dialogue and had a good grasp on what was happening, I was able to enjoy the read so much more. Reaching the halfway point was motivating, and either the story picked up or I was anxious to see what would become of Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy.
Elizabeth- strong willed, stubborn, witty, clever bra burner. She was all-around fantastic. If I had been born in such an era, I could only hope to be half as ‘kick ass’ as Miss Bennet.
Mr. Darcy- cool & collected, elegant, sophisticated, brooding at times and prideful. At times I wanted to smack him, and then others I felt distressed and my heart ached for him.
From the moment they locked eyes at that fateful ball, until the triumph of denied and misunderstood actions became clear, they suffered an incredible journey.
Miss Austen you were a woman well beyond your years.
I now appreciate and understand why you are considered one of the true historical romance teller of tales.
February 4, 2011
It was kind of fun actually. I didn't know what to expect. Honestly I thought she was rewriting it smutty. Instead she left the original story intact in its entirety (which won points with me since this is a favorite of mine) and added in some thoughts, sex filled scenes and more lurid background/history. The sex scenes were awesome the rest was meh. Not bad, but not enhancing to me really. But it was fun. Go Elizabeth! Get your Darcy on!!
September 5, 2011
Must admit to half-heartedly reading this book due to formatting. I don't object to spicing up Ms. Austen's work, but I did object to the genius that decided to put almost all new parts in bold. Gee, why didn't they just add post-it flags screaming "SEE, I'M WHAT'S NEW AND DIFFERENT HERE WHILE OTHERWISE COPYING SOMEONE ELSE'S WORK"!! Totally distracting.
February 19, 2022
One of the first JAFF I've read. I remember being surprised this was just a copy paste OG P&P + extra "steamy" scenes. Meh. Happy i didn't desert the genre because of one book.
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February 12, 2025
This was a fun retelling, using many of Austen's lines interspersed with Elizabeth's and Darcy's lustful thoughts. I had fun with it.
December 30, 2012
It's hard for me to rate this 2 stars because so much of it is the original P&P text. I would say that much of the additional text was unnecessary (Mr. Collins and Charlotte? No thanks.), but I am sure there must have been a quota or minimum amount that had to be added to the story. The end of the story was entertaining, but the beginning interludes concerning Lydia, Mr. Collins and Charlotte were less captivating.
It was all very tame, I've read racier scenes from other P&P authors, such as Abigail Reynolds and Enid Wilson. I would actually recommend this version for someone who isn't familiar with the original and find the prospect of reading it a bit "stuffy". This version with it's romantic scenes, and explanations of phrases, feelings and added gestures in various bits of dialogue, could assist in drawing in more readers to appreciate this classic.
It was all very tame, I've read racier scenes from other P&P authors, such as Abigail Reynolds and Enid Wilson. I would actually recommend this version for someone who isn't familiar with the original and find the prospect of reading it a bit "stuffy". This version with it's romantic scenes, and explanations of phrases, feelings and added gestures in various bits of dialogue, could assist in drawing in more readers to appreciate this classic.
June 5, 2011
It seems a bit like sacrilege, putting sex into Jane Austen's novels. Not that it didn't play out like that in her mind, but this seemed to go a bit into the extreme. I found it a bit hard to swallow (sorry for the visual...lol) that Lydia could sneak off from the ball to have illicit sex in a darkened alleyway or Darcy and Elizabeth getting down with it in the bushes and absolutely no one being the wiser. But I guess that's the soft-core porn edition. Silly me. I like the classics the way they were written. It was very obvious, aside from the content, where Pillow added to Austen's narrative. The style of writing was much too modern to blend in seamlessly. I'm just glad it was a free book. I would have been irritate to have spend money on it.
January 10, 2011
Wow! I am so pleased with this book! Ms. Pillow stayed true to the romance of the original work. I thought it would be smuttier, but was almost relieved it wasn't. I enjoyed the 'Wild and Wanton Edition' so much I called a friend of mine (who is adamantly opposed to authors re-writing novels she loves. When I kept repeating how Ms. Pillow stuck with the heart of Jane Austen's original work, while adding vignettes of sex and wantonness, my friend said she would definitely buy it and read it on her Kindle! I cannot write how much I loved this version!
October 11, 2011
In the case of Jane Austen, it's better to leave things to the imagination. My first issue with this book was how it was organized. All the new text was bolded, which took me out of the story, also would notice when she would add a sentence here or there which didn't add anything to the story. And, I'm no prude, but in the end, I don't want to read about Darcy pleasuring himself several times with thought of Elizabeth, and the author turned the character of Lydia from a frivolous girl to a whore. I'll stick to the original.
November 5, 2011
I thought this was wonderful. It was cleverly done, the author stayed true to Austen's writing style. I have no problem with older works being updated with the times and I thought this was done tastefully. It was not overdone. In my own dreams, I add details a lot juicier! But, this was wonderful and I hope she does more like it!
October 27, 2018
I don't think the new parts (in bold so you can easily see what is new) added any more insights to the story. There were parts that should have had new text but didn't. I was really disappointed and love the original version the best.
March 15, 2015
Great read.
January 27, 2021
Actual rating: 3 - 3.5 stars
When it comes to the classics, I have to admit to being basic and that I absolutely love Pride & Prejudice...I love the transition from hate/indifference to love, the humour, the banter, the broody Mr. Darcy, the witty Elizabeth, and I love seeing Darcy and Lizzy’s feelings change and grow. I’m also a huge fan of adaptations, and I love romance, so I was intrigued by this one.
It’s pretty true to what the title suggests. The majority of Pride & Prejudice is in this book, but it’s been plumped up a bit to make it “Wild & Wanton”—it was interesting to see how it added to Darcy and Lizzy’s perspectives, but I have to admit that most of the wilder additions earlier on weren’t from their POVs, which I wasn’t really interested in. Definitely too much Lydia for my taste...she’s always been one of my least favourite parts of P&P and that definitely didn’t change here. I did love that we got some of Darcy’s POV though since that’s something that isn’t in the original.
Overall, I loved this for the fact that we got to see a different side of Darcy and Lizzy, and that it gave us a bit more after the original story ends. I also loved getting to see a more of Jane and Bingley because the two of them just make me so happy. Other that my fave couples and all of the extra Darcy parts of this story, it was just alright. Definitely not my fave P&P retelling/inspired book though. If you want steamy, one of my faves is Fitzwilliam Darcy, Rock Star by Heather Lynn Rigaud, a modern retelling where the main cast are all...you guessed it...rock stars, which is super steamy and has actually been one I’ve been meaning to reread for a while...this just may have inspired me to do so. ;)
When it comes to the classics, I have to admit to being basic and that I absolutely love Pride & Prejudice...I love the transition from hate/indifference to love, the humour, the banter, the broody Mr. Darcy, the witty Elizabeth, and I love seeing Darcy and Lizzy’s feelings change and grow. I’m also a huge fan of adaptations, and I love romance, so I was intrigued by this one.
It’s pretty true to what the title suggests. The majority of Pride & Prejudice is in this book, but it’s been plumped up a bit to make it “Wild & Wanton”—it was interesting to see how it added to Darcy and Lizzy’s perspectives, but I have to admit that most of the wilder additions earlier on weren’t from their POVs, which I wasn’t really interested in. Definitely too much Lydia for my taste...she’s always been one of my least favourite parts of P&P and that definitely didn’t change here. I did love that we got some of Darcy’s POV though since that’s something that isn’t in the original.
Overall, I loved this for the fact that we got to see a different side of Darcy and Lizzy, and that it gave us a bit more after the original story ends. I also loved getting to see a more of Jane and Bingley because the two of them just make me so happy. Other that my fave couples and all of the extra Darcy parts of this story, it was just alright. Definitely not my fave P&P retelling/inspired book though. If you want steamy, one of my faves is Fitzwilliam Darcy, Rock Star by Heather Lynn Rigaud, a modern retelling where the main cast are all...you guessed it...rock stars, which is super steamy and has actually been one I’ve been meaning to reread for a while...this just may have inspired me to do so. ;)
May 3, 2024
This variation, while honoring the original story certainly added more open romance and passion. I’m not surprised at all at Lydia‘s portrayal! it certainly fits with her behaviors and her role in this story. Hearing more of both Darcy and Elizabeth‘s inner thoughts as their emotions were engaged was also quite satisfying - and really illustrated the depth of their turmoil. In a time and place where rank and status and perceived intentions and social graces rule, it was liberating to see the real Darcy and Elizabeth at the heart of the story. Loved it!
June 1, 2017
A refreshing take on a classic which many will see as scandalous.
Me - I find it hard to believe that men and women back in the regency era didn't have naughty thoughts or enjoy sexual activities. Anyone who thinks not is a little naive. They were at it like rabbits without much thought to disease, pregnancy and at times reputation - good on them.
Thanks Ms Pillows I enjoyed this.:)
Me - I find it hard to believe that men and women back in the regency era didn't have naughty thoughts or enjoy sexual activities. Anyone who thinks not is a little naive. They were at it like rabbits without much thought to disease, pregnancy and at times reputation - good on them.
Thanks Ms Pillows I enjoyed this.:)
January 28, 2021
Wanton take indeed
The original story is one of my favourites, with all its misunderstandings but the deep love which in the end prevails. Add to that the passionate and hot details which could not be added in Austen’s time, instead being gifted by the pen of the amazing Michelle M. Pillow, and we’re in for quite a complete, fulfilling read.
The original story is one of my favourites, with all its misunderstandings but the deep love which in the end prevails. Add to that the passionate and hot details which could not be added in Austen’s time, instead being gifted by the pen of the amazing Michelle M. Pillow, and we’re in for quite a complete, fulfilling read.
October 14, 2023
Meh
Possible Spoiler alert:I love P&P and this happened across my amazon. Wild and Wanton is a bit of an exaggeration. Lydia is made out to be an absolute slut. It just doesn't fit well with her actual character. She is immature but the new dynamic doesn't fit the existing character well. She is the only "wild" character. The rest suits the story fine enough.
Possible Spoiler alert:I love P&P and this happened across my amazon. Wild and Wanton is a bit of an exaggeration. Lydia is made out to be an absolute slut. It just doesn't fit well with her actual character. She is immature but the new dynamic doesn't fit the existing character well. She is the only "wild" character. The rest suits the story fine enough.
August 8, 2022
This was pretty much P&P with the naughtiness mixed in. There were changes to Lydia's behavior as she hooked up with men from the beginning and there were added lines throughout. However, I did enjoy this variation.
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