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Irrevocably Gone
From almost the first moment Mr. Darcy beheld Miss Elizabeth Bennet, his heart was irrevocably gone. But will he admit it? What will it take to make him realize he wants to spend his life with her? A proposal from another man? A second proposal from yet another?
What of Elizabeth? Will she obey her own heart’s yearning? Can she afford to wait for love?
Thousands of delighted readers helped make A Tender Moment a #1 Best Seller in Classic Short Stories.
§ And now, the story continues...
What of Elizabeth? Will she obey her own heart’s yearning? Can she afford to wait for love?
Thousands of delighted readers helped make A Tender Moment a #1 Best Seller in Classic Short Stories.
§ And now, the story continues...
210 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 14, 2018
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P.O. Dixon
89 books170 followersP. O. Dixon has authored several Jane Austen "Pride and Prejudice" adaptations, all written with one overriding purpose in mind—falling in love with Darcy and Elizabeth. Sometimes provocative, but always entertaining, her stories have been read, commented on, and thoroughly enjoyed by thousands of readers worldwide.
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February 10, 2018
Ms. Dixon sure knows how to write romance! As usual, there are many romantic scenes here, as well as many with the angst of yearning for a love that seems like it will never be.
I had read the 3-chapter short story, A Tender Moment, (that inspired this continuation) some time back, too long ago to remember details. Thankfully, Ms. Dixon includes it (at the end) here, so I was able to enjoy re-reading it. Interestingly, I hadn’t rated it highly because it seemed unfinished to me, but it’s was a #1 Best Seller in the Classic Short Story category, so that shows how much I know!
It turns out that true love has plenty of obstacles despite the air-clearing that occurs at the Netherfield ball during A Tender Moment. Lady Catherine has her finger in the pie from the onset, since her spy at Netherfield (to keep an eye on Caroline Bingley with Lady C’s future son-in-law) alerts her early on that Darcy is showing some preference for Elizabeth Bennet. Elizabeth has to field two unexpected marriage proposals. All the usual villains (Lady C., Mr. Wickham, Caroline Bingley) and fool (Mr. Collins) spread misinformation and create situations that keep ODC apart. (Until they eventually get together, of course.)
Satisfying romance? Check.
Angst? Check.
Bad guys getting their come-uppance at the end? Check.
What’s not to love?
Received ARC from author with no promise given of a review, favorable or otherwise.
I had read the 3-chapter short story, A Tender Moment, (that inspired this continuation) some time back, too long ago to remember details. Thankfully, Ms. Dixon includes it (at the end) here, so I was able to enjoy re-reading it. Interestingly, I hadn’t rated it highly because it seemed unfinished to me, but it’s was a #1 Best Seller in the Classic Short Story category, so that shows how much I know!
It turns out that true love has plenty of obstacles despite the air-clearing that occurs at the Netherfield ball during A Tender Moment. Lady Catherine has her finger in the pie from the onset, since her spy at Netherfield (to keep an eye on Caroline Bingley with Lady C’s future son-in-law) alerts her early on that Darcy is showing some preference for Elizabeth Bennet. Elizabeth has to field two unexpected marriage proposals. All the usual villains (Lady C., Mr. Wickham, Caroline Bingley) and fool (Mr. Collins) spread misinformation and create situations that keep ODC apart. (Until they eventually get together, of course.)
Satisfying romance? Check.
Angst? Check.
Bad guys getting their come-uppance at the end? Check.
What’s not to love?
Received ARC from author with no promise given of a review, favorable or otherwise.
August 4, 2022
This is a continuation of the author's short story A Tender Moment.
February 19, 2018
Not a real story. More of a summary.
Large gaps in narrative you are expected to fill in . Frankly I think this is an old file not the final version of the story. Certainly not worth the price.
Large gaps in narrative you are expected to fill in . Frankly I think this is an old file not the final version of the story. Certainly not worth the price.
February 8, 2018
Another exciting story by P. O. Dixon that should be read after her novella, A Tender Moment. This is a continuation of that story in which Mr. Darcy incurs the wrath of Elizabeth Bennet after she overhears his remark to Miss Bingley about her mother. That story ends with Darcy rethinking his behaviors while at Netherfield. It ends with him asking to visit Longbourn. Irrevocably Gone is the building of their friendship that causes Elizabeth to hope and Darcy to want. Unfortunately, Lady Catherine has sent spies into the servants of Netherfield to report her nephew's every move, because she doesn't trust Caroline Bingley. When it's reported that Darcy is spending time with the second eldest Bennet daughter, Elizabeth, Collins is sent to propose marriage to get her out of Darcy's way. The woman is daft if she thinks that Collins could draw any woman from Darcy! When she refuses Collins, Lady Catherine sends in George Wickham. Not knowing why there is ill feelings between Darcy and Wickham, after Darcy leaves Netherfield along with the Bingleys, Elizabeth finds herself confronted with another unwanted proposal. Begging time to think about it, she's off to Hunsford to visit Charlotte who has married her cousin. Darcy is at Rosings visiting his aunt and cousin and is told of her betrothal to Wickham, whereas she thinks he's betrothed to his cousin. They finally get their misunderstandings sorted out, become betrothed, upsetting more than one person. Aunt Catherine is seriously displeased and Wickham wants revenge. But ODC thwarts them both and have their HEA. Oh, and I shouldn't forget snobby, witchy Caroline. She's not happy either - not only did she lose Darcy, but her brother is reunited with Jane. I just love when the wicked get their comeuppance. The only thing that surprised me was that Elizabeth and Darcy didn't figure out that Lady Catherine was behind the two unwanted proposals.
August 1, 2023
lovely
Another interesting and absolutely lovely variation inspired by Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice by P.O. Dixon. I enjoyed it.
Another interesting and absolutely lovely variation inspired by Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice by P.O. Dixon. I enjoyed it.
May 30, 2022
With this Darcy, I can't even can't even. It starts promisingly: He realized he had been a rude jerk, apologized, starts wooing Elizabeth, admits to being an admirer, asks her to meet him privately and so on. No actual proposal but awful lot was implied. (Some of this happens in a separate short story that this is a continuation of.) Then he is told that Collins means to make an offer to Elizabeth and immediately reacts like, yeah he's an ass but you should probably accept him because he's your father's heir and I'm just going to run off because I never meant anything and I shouldn't give you any expectations. Never mind that he had already given her entire family expectations... Then he finds out that she may have yet another suitor and goes all jealous-possessive: Oh no missy, you can't marry that guy because *I* want you. Never mind that I was gone all this time.
On her part, Elizabeth was told that Wickham is not a good person but still she thinks stupid things like, "he's honorable", and contemplates accepting a marriage proposal from him. As far as she knows, she's stringing him along, not giving him a straight answer. Darcy is not supposed to know about Wickham's proposal but when it turns out he does, she doesn't question him at all. It turns out Lady Catherine knows too, and she doesn't question how she found out, she declares her to be engaged to Wickham, even though she isn't, and this has no consequences whatsoever. There is no real resolution with any of the villains.
This was one of those stories that had potential it never quite lived up to. I read the other reviews and see lots of mileage varied from mine, I guess the romance that they saw didn't quite reach me because I was so annoyed with Darcy's spinelessness.
I read this as part of a box set.
On her part, Elizabeth was told that Wickham is not a good person but still she thinks stupid things like, "he's honorable", and contemplates accepting a marriage proposal from him. As far as she knows, she's stringing him along, not giving him a straight answer. Darcy is not supposed to know about Wickham's proposal but when it turns out he does, she doesn't question him at all. It turns out Lady Catherine knows too, and she doesn't question how she found out, she declares her to be engaged to Wickham, even though she isn't, and this has no consequences whatsoever. There is no real resolution with any of the villains.
This was one of those stories that had potential it never quite lived up to. I read the other reviews and see lots of mileage varied from mine, I guess the romance that they saw didn't quite reach me because I was so annoyed with Darcy's spinelessness.
I read this as part of a box set.
February 7, 2018
I absolutely loved it!
Deliciously emotional, romantic, heart-warming and captivating story.
I have been looking forward to this book since I found out months ago that Dixon was writing on a continuance to the short story "A Tender Moment". Although it is a continuance, it can stand on its own but I will still urge you to read "A Tender Moment" because it is utterly romantic. In this copy it is fortunately added as a bonus.
The story kept close to the timeline of canon, yet the premises was so altered that it felt entirely unique.
I adore this Darcy, one of the most romantic portraits I have ever read of him, at least until he does the unthinkable... Irrevocably gone... Not that I can fault Elizabeth either, she was lovely.
Entering the morning after the Lucas Lodge party while Mrs Bennet is filling in Mr Bennet on the happenings of the previous evening.
For a lady of lesser understanding, she does have her clever moments.
ODC further their newly established relationship and the time spent at Netherfield whilst Jane is ill, have some lovely tender and romantic moments. Not to forget, a very jealous Caroline.
The ball is held at Netherfield and Caroline will succeed in driving Darcy away form Elizabeth. His unselfish reason, does not change the fact that he is utterly wrong...
Elizabeth receives the dreaded proposal from Collins after the Netherfield party has left but that is not the only proposal she will get. The second leaves her undetermined although she has been warned.
Jane travels to London with the Gardiner's after Christmas and I loved the change in her.
Caroline will not know what hit her, highly entertaining.
ODC reunite in Kent but the rumours are catching up with them. It will also bring them back to the temple at Rosings with an outcome that took me by surprise. Love surprises though...
Ended with a lovely epilogue.
I received a ARC (advanced reader copy) of this book and left an honest review.
Heartily recommend this book!
Deliciously emotional, romantic, heart-warming and captivating story.
I have been looking forward to this book since I found out months ago that Dixon was writing on a continuance to the short story "A Tender Moment". Although it is a continuance, it can stand on its own but I will still urge you to read "A Tender Moment" because it is utterly romantic. In this copy it is fortunately added as a bonus.
The story kept close to the timeline of canon, yet the premises was so altered that it felt entirely unique.
I adore this Darcy, one of the most romantic portraits I have ever read of him, at least until he does the unthinkable... Irrevocably gone... Not that I can fault Elizabeth either, she was lovely.
Entering the morning after the Lucas Lodge party while Mrs Bennet is filling in Mr Bennet on the happenings of the previous evening.
For a lady of lesser understanding, she does have her clever moments.
ODC further their newly established relationship and the time spent at Netherfield whilst Jane is ill, have some lovely tender and romantic moments. Not to forget, a very jealous Caroline.
The ball is held at Netherfield and Caroline will succeed in driving Darcy away form Elizabeth. His unselfish reason, does not change the fact that he is utterly wrong...
Elizabeth receives the dreaded proposal from Collins after the Netherfield party has left but that is not the only proposal she will get. The second leaves her undetermined although she has been warned.
Jane travels to London with the Gardiner's after Christmas and I loved the change in her.
Caroline will not know what hit her, highly entertaining.
ODC reunite in Kent but the rumours are catching up with them. It will also bring them back to the temple at Rosings with an outcome that took me by surprise. Love surprises though...
Ended with a lovely epilogue.
I received a ARC (advanced reader copy) of this book and left an honest review.
Heartily recommend this book!
August 20, 2022
Darcy becomes close friends with Elizabeth early in this story, after apologies are made. However, he is still mentally fighting with expectations given her lack of connections, fortunes and a family who are an embarrassment.
Then when he learns that Mr. Collins is expected to offer for her, he gives himself the excuse to return to London with Bingley reflecting that Collins will give her a home, a family and take care of her. Although Elizabeth knows and admits, that Darcy has not made any promises and thus has not disappointed her expectations, she misses him.
Then we have Wickham paying attentions to Elizabeth (I won't give the details here but there is more to it than that). Elizabeth also learns that Darcy...is engaged to his cousin, Anne.
Subsequently, we have Elizabeth's visit to her friend, Charlotte, at Hunsford, where she again meets up with Darcy. Both have mistaken information about each other.
This story is not too far off from canon. Plus it is a sequel to A Tender Moment: A Darcy and Elizabeth Short Story which is included in the author's Collection of 10 stories Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth: Always and Forever . I read this story as part of that collection but am posting the review as a single review here. Attempting to post 10 reviews in that collection would be impossible.
Then when he learns that Mr. Collins is expected to offer for her, he gives himself the excuse to return to London with Bingley reflecting that Collins will give her a home, a family and take care of her. Although Elizabeth knows and admits, that Darcy has not made any promises and thus has not disappointed her expectations, she misses him.
Then we have Wickham paying attentions to Elizabeth (I won't give the details here but there is more to it than that). Elizabeth also learns that Darcy...is engaged to his cousin, Anne.
Subsequently, we have Elizabeth's visit to her friend, Charlotte, at Hunsford, where she again meets up with Darcy. Both have mistaken information about each other.
This story is not too far off from canon. Plus it is a sequel to A Tender Moment: A Darcy and Elizabeth Short Story which is included in the author's Collection of 10 stories Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth: Always and Forever . I read this story as part of that collection but am posting the review as a single review here. Attempting to post 10 reviews in that collection would be impossible.
February 15, 2018
Ms. Dixons has a way with words! This is a beautiful story, fraught with misunderstandings and vexations, just like I like it. This is a broader delve into a short Ms. Dixon wrote a while back, And she has included this in the book so you won't need to go look for it. This is a very sweet Novella. I truly love this Darcy! He loves her, but he can't admit it. He's "gone" before he can reign in his feelings. But will Elizabeth give him the chance? Read it for yourself and find out!
You won't be disappointed! P. O. Dixon is one of my auto buys when I have the funds. And I would go without lunch to buy her books! Lol
I highly recommend anything she has written
You won't be disappointed! P. O. Dixon is one of my auto buys when I have the funds. And I would go without lunch to buy her books! Lol
I highly recommend anything she has written
February 15, 2018
Totally Pleasurable
I appreciate most of the author’s works but this one seems to have JUST the right amount of everything I enjoy in a P&P variation.
One should read the short story, at the end of the book, because it is the prequel to this very good book.
I will probably come back to this story more than once. Recommended.
I appreciate most of the author’s works but this one seems to have JUST the right amount of everything I enjoy in a P&P variation.
One should read the short story, at the end of the book, because it is the prequel to this very good book.
I will probably come back to this story more than once. Recommended.
February 22, 2018
This retelling of Pride and Prejudice was so-so. There were no misunderstandings from the get-go with Elizabeth and Darcy and they had formed a friendship by the end of the dance at Lucas Lodge. There were some grammatical errors that pulled me out of the story a few times and I just wasn't very invested in the characters for this one.
May 8, 2025
This is another gem from PO Dixon. This is a sweet love story with many beautiful moments between the characters we love. The ‘angst’ level is kept to a minimum and there are a few surprises as we see some of the more ‘serene’ stand up for themselves. The book is well-written, as always. I highly recommend it to everyone.
February 19, 2018
Avid Reader
I had already read A Tender Moment, so it was interesting to read a book where Elizabeth and Darcy were on the same page for a change. The real surprise was Jane who beat Caroline at her own game. Bravo!
I had already read A Tender Moment, so it was interesting to read a book where Elizabeth and Darcy were on the same page for a change. The real surprise was Jane who beat Caroline at her own game. Bravo!
February 18, 2018
Irrevocably lovely
Couldn’t put this story down. A lovely version of love being discovered with my favorite characters . Another great novel by Mrs. Dixon!
Couldn’t put this story down. A lovely version of love being discovered with my favorite characters . Another great novel by Mrs. Dixon!
October 8, 2018
I do enjoy P&P variations and PO Dixon does an excellent job and this story is not exception. Well worth the read.
March 28, 2024
A little bland and not fleshed out very well;lots be gaps in the story and many unanswered questions.
February 13, 2025
Love this Author! Great book.
April 2, 2025
I enjoyed this 4 hour audiobook, just right for an evening's entertainment, free on YouTube.
October 22, 2020
I really enjoyed this story from P.O. Dixon! The baddies are awful, and our couple is so sweet. It was a perfect mix of angst and romance. Also "Strong Jane" was my favourite!
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