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Silence Implies Consent: Pride and Prejudice sequel
A heart is such a fragile thing, breaking too easily—impossible to mend once broken...
In this sequel to Pride and Prejudice, Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy and Miss Elizabeth Bennet have exchanged their marriage vows and enjoyed their honeymoon alone at Pemberley. A few weeks of wedded bliss were bestowed upon them before their marriage broke apart in a short but dramatic confrontation—betrayed by someone dear.
Elizabeth turns to her father but there is little he can do to aid her, he has his other daughters to consider. Elizabeth must rely on her stubbornness and resilience until a reconciliation with the husband who showed her no mercy proves unavoidable. While her love never wavered, her trust has been shattered. Mr Darcy must prove himself while they fight the power that wants to rob him of more than just his inheritance.
A dramatic and chaste novel of approximately 49 000 words, which ends in a happily ever after for our dear couple.
Due to the theme, a mature audience is advised.
Excerpts from reviews:
“A wonderful if sad story...”
“A page-turner, I am glad I found it!”
“I appreciate how you didn’t drag on the misery for too long and overall it was the right length.”
In this sequel to Pride and Prejudice, Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy and Miss Elizabeth Bennet have exchanged their marriage vows and enjoyed their honeymoon alone at Pemberley. A few weeks of wedded bliss were bestowed upon them before their marriage broke apart in a short but dramatic confrontation—betrayed by someone dear.
Elizabeth turns to her father but there is little he can do to aid her, he has his other daughters to consider. Elizabeth must rely on her stubbornness and resilience until a reconciliation with the husband who showed her no mercy proves unavoidable. While her love never wavered, her trust has been shattered. Mr Darcy must prove himself while they fight the power that wants to rob him of more than just his inheritance.
A dramatic and chaste novel of approximately 49 000 words, which ends in a happily ever after for our dear couple.
Due to the theme, a mature audience is advised.
Excerpts from reviews:
“A wonderful if sad story...”
“A page-turner, I am glad I found it!”
“I appreciate how you didn’t drag on the misery for too long and overall it was the right length.”
- GenresRomance
150 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 3, 2021
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About the author
Elin Eriksen
24 books160 followers Elin Eriksen is a Norwegian author of Austenesque dramas, a proud mother of four children, a grandmother to a beautiful girl and happily married to her own Mr Darcy.
She has exchanged chemical analysis of explosives and pharmaceuticals to stay at home with her children and write chaste and steamy, dramatic stories from the Regency era, Viking era and modern era, taking great liberties with the characters and the plot of canon.
Elin likes to visualise by making boards of every story on Pinterest under the name elin.haraldsdatt.
Future releases:
2021:
August: Lord Harpenden's Daughter, the Bennets of elevated rank trope. A new story, not previously posted on the free sites. Thou, to whose eyes I bend...
October: Veni Vidi Vicious, Pride and Prejudice in the Viking era. Forced marriage scenario. Extended edition.
December: Baby Blue Eyes, what would make Mr Darcy use disguise and decite? Babe blue eyes...
2022:
The Beastly Mr Darcy
Master of Puppets
Brother Dearest
For the Love of A Highland Thistle
Convenience of that kind
Unforgivable
2023:
Two Components
Where Love Resides
Oblivion
The Salmon Lord
(2022 and 2023 may be altered.)
She has exchanged chemical analysis of explosives and pharmaceuticals to stay at home with her children and write chaste and steamy, dramatic stories from the Regency era, Viking era and modern era, taking great liberties with the characters and the plot of canon.
Elin likes to visualise by making boards of every story on Pinterest under the name elin.haraldsdatt.
Future releases:
2021:
August: Lord Harpenden's Daughter, the Bennets of elevated rank trope. A new story, not previously posted on the free sites. Thou, to whose eyes I bend...
October: Veni Vidi Vicious, Pride and Prejudice in the Viking era. Forced marriage scenario. Extended edition.
December: Baby Blue Eyes, what would make Mr Darcy use disguise and decite? Babe blue eyes...
2022:
The Beastly Mr Darcy
Master of Puppets
Brother Dearest
For the Love of A Highland Thistle
Convenience of that kind
Unforgivable
2023:
Two Components
Where Love Resides
Oblivion
The Salmon Lord
(2022 and 2023 may be altered.)
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December 26, 2025
I went into reading this story with some trepidation: I was not excited about reading a story in which the Colonel is the "bad guy" plus in which Elizabeth's character is compromised. However, I decided to dive in as a nod to this author.
Yes, there is angst almost immediately in this story. The author's blurb tells us that shortly after they marry and begin to enjoy their "honeymoon" at Pemberley they are torn apart by the actions of someone each had thought to be a trusted friend. Elizabeth is given 15 minutes to leave the estate and although she does find her way painfully to her father at Longbourn there is little he is able to do to help her now in her castoff and disgraced state. She finds herself living alone in a 2 room neglected cottage, cooking, cleaning, trying to grow some food and sustain herself. Jane & Bingley remain almost her only contact with the "outside" world...a saving grace.
A circumstance develops for which honor forces Darcy to take Elizabeth back...several years later. (Society has questioned what and why his wife has never appeared at his side but he has refused to give an answer to any inquiry.)
Much of this story is a narrative relating to us events as they happen. Georgiana has come out and now marries. As she and her husband come to stay at Pemberley motives are questioned and, although reasons are given suspicions crop up as actions are revealed and compared to past behaviors and events.
Darcy begins to have questions and Elizabeth finds that although she continues to "love" Darcy she believes she will never trust him again.
"Annoyed, Stunned, Horrified" - direct quote. These 3 words keep nagging at Darcy's conscience but not always in that order. Are they an honest reaction by Elizabeth to being caught in that compromise or was it a different order?
Then ODC finds themselves in need of protection...almost too late. Will they survive and how can they find justice if they do?
I enjoyed this story. However it is not one that is easily read. The separation and gross misunderstanding between Darcy and Elizabeth are not of a short duration. No, we are talking about years, here.
(I did read this twice - once as an unpublished story but didn't post a review of that latter one.)
12/24/2025: I am now re-reading this story as the author says this "A shorter version of this book has previously been published as Silence Implies Consent. Pemberley’s Imposter is a retitled, rewritten, and extended version with a new ending. The previous bittersweet HEA was altered to become completely joyous, and an epilogue has been added."
Yes, there is angst almost immediately in this story. The author's blurb tells us that shortly after they marry and begin to enjoy their "honeymoon" at Pemberley they are torn apart by the actions of someone each had thought to be a trusted friend. Elizabeth is given 15 minutes to leave the estate and although she does find her way painfully to her father at Longbourn there is little he is able to do to help her now in her castoff and disgraced state. She finds herself living alone in a 2 room neglected cottage, cooking, cleaning, trying to grow some food and sustain herself. Jane & Bingley remain almost her only contact with the "outside" world...a saving grace.
A circumstance develops for which honor forces Darcy to take Elizabeth back...several years later. (Society has questioned what and why his wife has never appeared at his side but he has refused to give an answer to any inquiry.)
Much of this story is a narrative relating to us events as they happen. Georgiana has come out and now marries. As she and her husband come to stay at Pemberley motives are questioned and, although reasons are given suspicions crop up as actions are revealed and compared to past behaviors and events.
Darcy begins to have questions and Elizabeth finds that although she continues to "love" Darcy she believes she will never trust him again.
"Annoyed, Stunned, Horrified" - direct quote. These 3 words keep nagging at Darcy's conscience but not always in that order. Are they an honest reaction by Elizabeth to being caught in that compromise or was it a different order?
Then ODC finds themselves in need of protection...almost too late. Will they survive and how can they find justice if they do?
I enjoyed this story. However it is not one that is easily read. The separation and gross misunderstanding between Darcy and Elizabeth are not of a short duration. No, we are talking about years, here.
(I did read this twice - once as an unpublished story but didn't post a review of that latter one.)
12/24/2025: I am now re-reading this story as the author says this "A shorter version of this book has previously been published as Silence Implies Consent. Pemberley’s Imposter is a retitled, rewritten, and extended version with a new ending. The previous bittersweet HEA was altered to become completely joyous, and an epilogue has been added."
October 4, 2020
Trigger warnings: This is a historical fiction piece set in the early 19th century. This book contains ADULT themes including perceived infidelity, forced separation and impoverishment A beloved P&P character will be revealed to be a monster. This is a Dark Darcy story It is not for children.
This is a Fan Fiction. net piece and is not produced for profit. The author is not a native English speaker. As such I will not be nit picking grammar, spelling or language as I do in for profit stories.
This is a P&P Sequel as all of P&P up to the double wedding is assumed to have happened.
This is a Fan Fiction. net piece and is not produced for profit. The author is not a native English speaker. As such I will not be nit picking grammar, spelling or language as I do in for profit stories.
This is a P&P Sequel as all of P&P up to the double wedding is assumed to have happened.
August 8, 2022
“Your silence will not protect you.” –Audre Lorde, Sister Outsider: Essays and Speeches
SPOILER ALERT: This review may contain *** SPOILERS ***
>>Rating: mature due to violence and adult subject matter.
>>Angst Level: medium-to-high at times
>>Source: Borrowed KU [8-6-22] with no expectations of a review. The views and opinions expressed are my own.
>>Trope: Douche Darcy, friend to enemy betrayal,
I don’t know if I can do this work justice in a review. OMG! Talk about your Douche Darcy, this guy takes the cake. ICNPID. Seriously! I crashed after 1:00 a.m. even knowing I had to get up early. I had to know how it ended. Thank goodness the worst of it happened off the page. I don’t think I could have handled that scene. The final confrontation was presented so well.
“Stab the body and it heals, but injure the heart and the wound lasts a lifetime.” –Mineko Iwasaki
Elizabeth and Darcy had not been married long before being hit with a betrayal of such magnitude that it shocked me to the core. As it did Darcy. In his hurt and anger, he refused to listen as he did not care to hear what he considered lies and excuses. In his rage, he acted entirely out of character and ignored basic civilities. He did not take precautions as to her safety, did not consider the time of the year, the time of night, the temperature, or the conditions his wife would be facing as he demanded she leaves his home. Within minutes, a shocked and stunned Elizabeth took only what she had brought from Longbourn and slipped out through the servants’ corridors and into the night. It would be several years before Darcy would see his wife again.
“It is easier to forgive an enemy than to forgive a friend.” –William Blake
This was a story of survival. It was about betrayal from a fiend in plain sight. I had to have my emotions in check before I ever started the first paragraph. I distanced myself from all the characters so I could endure the pain and heartache that this author brought to her audience. Whew! It hurt the heart and soul as a diabolical fiend planned and executed what was considered their magnum opus.
SPOILER ALERT: This review may contain *** SPOILERS ***
>>Rating: mature due to violence and adult subject matter.
>>Angst Level: medium-to-high at times
>>Source: Borrowed KU [8-6-22] with no expectations of a review. The views and opinions expressed are my own.
>>Trope: Douche Darcy, friend to enemy betrayal,
I don’t know if I can do this work justice in a review. OMG! Talk about your Douche Darcy, this guy takes the cake. ICNPID. Seriously! I crashed after 1:00 a.m. even knowing I had to get up early. I had to know how it ended. Thank goodness the worst of it happened off the page. I don’t think I could have handled that scene. The final confrontation was presented so well.
“Stab the body and it heals, but injure the heart and the wound lasts a lifetime.” –Mineko Iwasaki
Elizabeth and Darcy had not been married long before being hit with a betrayal of such magnitude that it shocked me to the core. As it did Darcy. In his hurt and anger, he refused to listen as he did not care to hear what he considered lies and excuses. In his rage, he acted entirely out of character and ignored basic civilities. He did not take precautions as to her safety, did not consider the time of the year, the time of night, the temperature, or the conditions his wife would be facing as he demanded she leaves his home. Within minutes, a shocked and stunned Elizabeth took only what she had brought from Longbourn and slipped out through the servants’ corridors and into the night. It would be several years before Darcy would see his wife again.
“It is easier to forgive an enemy than to forgive a friend.” –William Blake
This was a story of survival. It was about betrayal from a fiend in plain sight. I had to have my emotions in check before I ever started the first paragraph. I distanced myself from all the characters so I could endure the pain and heartache that this author brought to her audience. Whew! It hurt the heart and soul as a diabolical fiend planned and executed what was considered their magnum opus.
June 7, 2021
Repugnant Darcy
This Darcy, in all the glory of his two dimensions, is beyond the pale. Emotionally and mentally abusive, today he would be put under a restraining order. What did Lizzy ever do to want to reunite with him? These characters might share Austen’s character names, but in no way is this a Pride and Prejudice variation.
This Darcy, in all the glory of his two dimensions, is beyond the pale. Emotionally and mentally abusive, today he would be put under a restraining order. What did Lizzy ever do to want to reunite with him? These characters might share Austen’s character names, but in no way is this a Pride and Prejudice variation.
June 12, 2021
As you will learn very early on in the book, Colonel Fitzwilliam comes to visit the newlyweds shortly after they married (I think 1-2 months after?) and pretends to have dallied with Elizabeth and relays this to Darcy. He then concocts a scene pretending Elizabeth was about to give herself over to him and lets Darcy “walk in on them” to make his dalliance story more believable. Darcy immediately thinks the worst is true and kicks Elizabeth out of his home in disgrace. From there, the reader follows the story to see what happens as we also attempt to learn why Colonel Fitzwilliam did what he did (it won’t be difficult for you to guess and yes…. you will likely guess right the first time).
This story could have been great, but the characters were two dimensional and do not resemble Elizabeth or Darcy from Jane Austens P&P. It had many plotholes and the whole story felt rushed. I thought the beginning was really good, it hooked me in right away!! Annnnd that lasted only maybe about 25% of the way through or so before the story lost all its appeal.
10000%, there is NO way Elizabeth could stay in love with this version of Darcy. I absolutely hated him. And how on Earth did Colonel Fitzwilliam convince Darcy he slept with his wife?? First, she was a maiden when Darcy married her and so he would have known this on their first night together. Second, they have been together everyday after that until the Colonel dropped by… soooo when could this have actually occurred? It is never explained. And Darcy kicking his wife out of Pemberley was a ridiculous overreaction (especially giving her only 15 minutes before he claims he will kick her out with nothing but the clothes on her back… wow), just as big of an overreaction as him making his servants check every room in Pemberley and even under the bed to ensure his wife has truly left then having her room boarded up. What?? AND not going after her when he realizes she left on foot in the dead of winter is ridiculous, his sense of honour would not let him. It is not even gentlemanly no matter what he thought she did!! No one would do this to a person they truly loved. He does not deserve her at all. The rest of the story that unfolded was predictable, annoying, and depressing. It took Darcy practically being hit on the head with evidence to finally realize his wife told the truth when she denied what the Colonel claims. Only reason I finished this is probably because it was a short read.
This story could have been great, but the characters were two dimensional and do not resemble Elizabeth or Darcy from Jane Austens P&P. It had many plotholes and the whole story felt rushed. I thought the beginning was really good, it hooked me in right away!! Annnnd that lasted only maybe about 25% of the way through or so before the story lost all its appeal.
10000%, there is NO way Elizabeth could stay in love with this version of Darcy. I absolutely hated him. And how on Earth did Colonel Fitzwilliam convince Darcy he slept with his wife?? First, she was a maiden when Darcy married her and so he would have known this on their first night together. Second, they have been together everyday after that until the Colonel dropped by… soooo when could this have actually occurred? It is never explained. And Darcy kicking his wife out of Pemberley was a ridiculous overreaction (especially giving her only 15 minutes before he claims he will kick her out with nothing but the clothes on her back… wow), just as big of an overreaction as him making his servants check every room in Pemberley and even under the bed to ensure his wife has truly left then having her room boarded up. What?? AND not going after her when he realizes she left on foot in the dead of winter is ridiculous, his sense of honour would not let him. It is not even gentlemanly no matter what he thought she did!! No one would do this to a person they truly loved. He does not deserve her at all. The rest of the story that unfolded was predictable, annoying, and depressing. It took Darcy practically being hit on the head with evidence to finally realize his wife told the truth when she denied what the Colonel claims. Only reason I finished this is probably because it was a short read.
June 6, 2021
Dark, dark story
Darcy and Lizzy are married. This of course means the HEA has been reached. But really, has it? Darcy is insanely rich and he has taken a pauper for his wife. Children will soon follow and then their will be legal documents making his money unavailable to anyone else. Lots of people would rather be the recipients of the money. If Darcy and Lizzy dies, who gets the money. Lizzy has no connections to question why she is dead and maybe Darcy’s relatives won’t ask any questions should he die. Life can be short and brutal. Everyone knows who their enemies are. But do we know what our friends really think?
Original what if. The rich have much to fear.
Darcy and Lizzy are married. This of course means the HEA has been reached. But really, has it? Darcy is insanely rich and he has taken a pauper for his wife. Children will soon follow and then their will be legal documents making his money unavailable to anyone else. Lots of people would rather be the recipients of the money. If Darcy and Lizzy dies, who gets the money. Lizzy has no connections to question why she is dead and maybe Darcy’s relatives won’t ask any questions should he die. Life can be short and brutal. Everyone knows who their enemies are. But do we know what our friends really think?
Original what if. The rich have much to fear.
June 7, 2021
Treachery and Betrayal
Elizabeth and Darcy have enjoyed a month of wedded bliss when the treachery and deceit of a loved one brings it all crashing down. Oh my, I did not see that coming. I have to say I am always disturbed when this particular favourite character is made the evil villain. Sighhhh....
That said, however, I found this to be a well-crafted page turner from start to finish. I couldn’t put it down. It is somewhat on the dark side, in that the act of deceit results in very unhappy and difficult consequences, especially for Elizabeth, as she is a pawn innocently swept up in the villainy, losing Darcy’s trust and protection.
Fortunately, a desperate act on the part of said villain brings everything to light, but can the damage to a so badly broken marriage ever be repaired?
It’s nice to see this author publishing some of her previously unpublished work. Well done. Recommend.
Elizabeth and Darcy have enjoyed a month of wedded bliss when the treachery and deceit of a loved one brings it all crashing down. Oh my, I did not see that coming. I have to say I am always disturbed when this particular favourite character is made the evil villain. Sighhhh....
That said, however, I found this to be a well-crafted page turner from start to finish. I couldn’t put it down. It is somewhat on the dark side, in that the act of deceit results in very unhappy and difficult consequences, especially for Elizabeth, as she is a pawn innocently swept up in the villainy, losing Darcy’s trust and protection.
Fortunately, a desperate act on the part of said villain brings everything to light, but can the damage to a so badly broken marriage ever be repaired?
It’s nice to see this author publishing some of her previously unpublished work. Well done. Recommend.
June 29, 2020
Fantastic premise (not one I've seen exactly)! While there were a few plot threads that were not resolved, I loved the premise and ride this story took me on. Loved the characters and the positions they took. Bingley has quite the spine in this tale. What a unique plot twist! Only wish our bad actor's motivation was a bit more fleshed out.
Was willing to forgive grammatical errors (of which there were not too many) as I do to all unpublished authors.
Enjoyable short angsty tale.
Was willing to forgive grammatical errors (of which there were not too many) as I do to all unpublished authors.
Enjoyable short angsty tale.
January 28, 2026
4.25*
I read the first version of this years ago (don't recall if it was the published version or the forum one). And I liked this just as much the second time around. I do like an angsty read with a bad Colonel (it's a rarity) and a not so great Darcy for the most part of the story. There were a few surprises along the way (either because of the 2nd edition or a faulty memory on my part or some combination) but in any case I liked it. If you're open to some not so stellar behaviour from Darcy post nuptials, some angst and a few twists you'll enjoy this.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. (I also bought a copy later)
I read the first version of this years ago (don't recall if it was the published version or the forum one). And I liked this just as much the second time around. I do like an angsty read with a bad Colonel (it's a rarity) and a not so great Darcy for the most part of the story. There were a few surprises along the way (either because of the 2nd edition or a faulty memory on my part or some combination) but in any case I liked it. If you're open to some not so stellar behaviour from Darcy post nuptials, some angst and a few twists you'll enjoy this.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. (I also bought a copy later)
June 8, 2021
An exceptional book
I loved this book. Characters well developed actions understandable. And best of all a new evil doer and Darcy the last to figure it out.
I loved this book. Characters well developed actions understandable. And best of all a new evil doer and Darcy the last to figure it out.
November 30, 2025
Silence Implies Consent
Another fantastic story from Elin Eriksen, who creates Pride and Prejudice sequels with drama, love and hate, and thrown together so cleverly, you cannot put the story down! You're not sure of the outcome till the final chapter! A great read I recommend completely.
Another fantastic story from Elin Eriksen, who creates Pride and Prejudice sequels with drama, love and hate, and thrown together so cleverly, you cannot put the story down! You're not sure of the outcome till the final chapter! A great read I recommend completely.
May 27, 2023
Good book
Well another tear jerker, cannot believe the colonel was so bad. I loved Lizzy in this story and who would believe Bingley with a backbone. Good story!!!
Well another tear jerker, cannot believe the colonel was so bad. I loved Lizzy in this story and who would believe Bingley with a backbone. Good story!!!
June 21, 2023
I chose to read this book on a traumatic personal day- we had to put our seventeen year old cat down. It was as painless as these things can be because the vet said he was already dying.
Anyway, I decided this book was just what I needed. I can’t say it’s enjoyable because of the story. It IS realistic depicting a woman’s lack of control of her life.
Darcy is a dumbass for a lot of the book. But when he grovels, he really grovels.
I took away one star for a few reasons, while I can believe Mr Bennet would not have read the marriage settlement I think Elizabeth herself would have and Darcy would have made it clear to her.
Also, a personal pet peeve: other characters from JA show up randomly including all the mean girl characters to be BFFs with Caroline Elliott.
I will read this again.
Anyway, I decided this book was just what I needed. I can’t say it’s enjoyable because of the story. It IS realistic depicting a woman’s lack of control of her life.
Darcy is a dumbass for a lot of the book. But when he grovels, he really grovels.
I took away one star for a few reasons, while I can believe Mr Bennet would not have read the marriage settlement I think Elizabeth herself would have and Darcy would have made it clear to her.
Also, a personal pet peeve: other characters from JA show up randomly including all the mean girl characters to be BFFs with Caroline Elliott.
I will read this again.
July 23, 2021
I really struggled to understand the motives of all the characters in this book. Darcy is cruel and evil with no consideration for the health and safety of a woman under his protection! Not even the worst Darcy would ever send any female out into the snow covered night on foot!
Speaking of on foot. Elizabeth walked four miles in deep snow in the darkness of night, with no mention at all about her footwear or frost bitten toes! Many missing details were noticed in this interesting premise.
Lizzy would never have left the library after being accused of a liaison with Richard without vehemently speaking out to defend herself! “My courage always rises at every attempt to intimidate me.”! That is the real Elizabeth!
The Colonel is altered so despicably that he is almost unrecognizable as one of best characters in P&P. I did get to finally enjoy Darcy discovering his heir and falling in love with her. As well as the scenes that had our couple working together to get literally free of the ties that bound them.
Even though we get the HEA I hated what they did with Richard! Put away in an asylum was way too easy and good for this rotter! He should have been court marshaled, in prison or even hung! Poor Georgiana's life being forever tied to him was just so wrong! Wish I had deducted one star though the story held my interest and was a quick if not easy read:)
Speaking of on foot. Elizabeth walked four miles in deep snow in the darkness of night, with no mention at all about her footwear or frost bitten toes! Many missing details were noticed in this interesting premise.
Lizzy would never have left the library after being accused of a liaison with Richard without vehemently speaking out to defend herself! “My courage always rises at every attempt to intimidate me.”! That is the real Elizabeth!
The Colonel is altered so despicably that he is almost unrecognizable as one of best characters in P&P. I did get to finally enjoy Darcy discovering his heir and falling in love with her. As well as the scenes that had our couple working together to get literally free of the ties that bound them.
Even though we get the HEA I hated what they did with Richard! Put away in an asylum was way too easy and good for this rotter! He should have been court marshaled, in prison or even hung! Poor Georgiana's life being forever tied to him was just so wrong! Wish I had deducted one star though the story held my interest and was a quick if not easy read:)
July 17, 2021
Not for anyone looking for a casual, entertaining read.
My own fault. Looked at the number of reviews. Usually a high number, and average of 4 stars means good. Wrong, should have READ the reviews. Many of them said extreme angst. Which it certainly was. Mild angst is fine, medium might be slightly uncomfortable, but extreme, I really don't believe most of this audience here is looking for that. I think the biggest crime is not so much that something truly awful happened, with many awful consequences, and continued awful behavior from the protagonist, but that the trauma was start to finish, is exceedingly depressing. Okay, so you say, why did you keep reading it then? I was thinking there had to be a payoff from the author for putting her readers through that. In my opinion, the reasons behind the instigator's behavior weren't strong enough, or they were lacking in explanation or proof. It wasn't in any way, a satisfying conclusion. And the actual reconciliation was only on the very last pages. Author didn't spend nearly any time at all, either before the excruciatingly drawn out trauma or after it, to make up for this uncomfortably depressing story. I think most people are wanting a diversion from their own chaotic lives, and are definitely expecting a H.E.A for O.D.C., and a couple of paragraphs, just isn't enough.
My own fault. Looked at the number of reviews. Usually a high number, and average of 4 stars means good. Wrong, should have READ the reviews. Many of them said extreme angst. Which it certainly was. Mild angst is fine, medium might be slightly uncomfortable, but extreme, I really don't believe most of this audience here is looking for that. I think the biggest crime is not so much that something truly awful happened, with many awful consequences, and continued awful behavior from the protagonist, but that the trauma was start to finish, is exceedingly depressing. Okay, so you say, why did you keep reading it then? I was thinking there had to be a payoff from the author for putting her readers through that. In my opinion, the reasons behind the instigator's behavior weren't strong enough, or they were lacking in explanation or proof. It wasn't in any way, a satisfying conclusion. And the actual reconciliation was only on the very last pages. Author didn't spend nearly any time at all, either before the excruciatingly drawn out trauma or after it, to make up for this uncomfortably depressing story. I think most people are wanting a diversion from their own chaotic lives, and are definitely expecting a H.E.A for O.D.C., and a couple of paragraphs, just isn't enough.
September 28, 2021
Trusting someone blindly leads to bad decisions
This is about Darcy trusting his cousin so blindly he never asks Elizabeth’s what happened. Darcy is an awful man, he may have reasons for not trusting his wife but ww don’t learn about them until later. The idea of this Darcy throwing Elizabeth out of his home a month after their wedding is very hard to read. Darcy has a journey to discover that he is not infallible and learns how impossible his wife and child mean to him.
I’m not a fan of Mr. Bennet in this book, he’s lazy and does not seem to care. I’m surprised at Mr. Bingley’s firm stance on things, which is a bonus. I thought this book to provoking and once I got passed the awful Darcy it made me believe there was hope. I would have liked more about the Darcy’s at the end.
This is about Darcy trusting his cousin so blindly he never asks Elizabeth’s what happened. Darcy is an awful man, he may have reasons for not trusting his wife but ww don’t learn about them until later. The idea of this Darcy throwing Elizabeth out of his home a month after their wedding is very hard to read. Darcy has a journey to discover that he is not infallible and learns how impossible his wife and child mean to him.
I’m not a fan of Mr. Bennet in this book, he’s lazy and does not seem to care. I’m surprised at Mr. Bingley’s firm stance on things, which is a bonus. I thought this book to provoking and once I got passed the awful Darcy it made me believe there was hope. I would have liked more about the Darcy’s at the end.
November 20, 2025
I read and liked the original version, which was called “Silence Implies Consent.” I was interested in reading the updated and expanded version, and I thought the changes to the story were interesting and well done. The biggest difference between the two versions was the ending.
The ending in the updated edition is happier, which helped balance the high-angst nature of the rest of the story.
I recommend readers avoid reading spoilers and experience the new ending themselves.
4.5-stars rounded up.
The ending in the updated edition is happier, which helped balance the high-angst nature of the rest of the story.
I recommend readers avoid reading spoilers and experience the new ending themselves.
4.5-stars rounded up.
June 15, 2025
Pride and prejudice variations
This is my second favourite of Elin Eriksen’s novels. The first is Still Waters, the first she wrote. There is little sweet about them which I find refreshing. The story line shows the characters at less than perfect and the HEA does not come easily to either of the main couple. If you like your story full of sweetness this is not for you. I enjoy all of her variations of P & P but these two are my favourites.
This is my second favourite of Elin Eriksen’s novels. The first is Still Waters, the first she wrote. There is little sweet about them which I find refreshing. The story line shows the characters at less than perfect and the HEA does not come easily to either of the main couple. If you like your story full of sweetness this is not for you. I enjoy all of her variations of P & P but these two are my favourites.
December 25, 2025
A strange little book but I bought the reunion.
December 17, 2025
Fitzwilliam Darcy and Elizabeth Darcy are the happiest couple alive, after many misunderstandings they are finally wed. But their happiness does not last long, only a month after the blissful event their world shatters to pieces. Betrayed by a person close to them nothing is as it once was and Elizabeth needs to flee to live a life of solitude. When circumstances force her to be again confronted with her merciless husband she has no choice but to reconcile in parts with him and come back to Pemberley. But the threats are not over and soon Darcy and Elizabeth are again imposed by the person who betrayed them, this time their goal is to get everything - even power over Pemberley.
Will Darcy and Elizabeth be able to stop them? Or is the imposter stronger than they? And what about their broken relationship?
The story was very well written by the author Elin Eriksen. For me it was one of the best books this year. It was at parts really heartbreaking and I had very, very strong feelings regarding Darcy and the imposter (ask my husband, I threatened them with every possible form of violence while reading) but not all is as it seems. And that was the really clever strategic move of the author. The story would have been really good without the actual ending but with the, surprising, end it was outstanding and really satisfying. I enjoyed it so very much.
I must confess, I’m normally a Darcy girl and in most of the variations I love him dearly and have many words of praise for him. But in this variation I wanted to slap or shake him so often. It takes him ages to understand that he was treated Elizabeth abominably poorly and that he is as much responsible for the state of his relationship with Elizabeth as the imposter. Darcy, in addition, does not see the imposter for what they really are. He is angry at them but for appearances and family sake it does not really stand up against them.
I had so much pity with Elizabeth for the way she was treated by Darcy. But I loved her for rising above herself and defying all circumstances. She needs to do things she is not prepared for but she rises to the challenge and never loses the essentials of herself by it. Brave Lizzy. I loved her for it and was so glad when her circumstances improved by time.
Darcy and Elizabeth have a daughter. I really liked her, she is such a sweet girl. I was glad that she instantly put Darcy in her heart and stole herself in his heart. I think without her there would not have been a reconciliation between Darcy and Elizabeth.
My man of the book is certainly Bingley. He is the only male person with integrity, who is willing to help and act and be the brother Elizabeth needs and deserves to help her and protect her. I really loved him and his wife Jane in this variation. Jane is equally determined to help Elizabeth in every possible way. And I love her for the Cut direct she gave Darcy for his behaviour. Bravo, my brave Jane.
As you may guess from the premise there is one big villain who destroys Darcy and Elizabeth's marriage and longs for more. Fortunately, in the end, the villain is dealt with, but it’s a long way to go and they leave destruction behind them. Again, fortunately, not all is as it seems.
If you like to know how an intruder’s action influences the relationship of Darcy and Elizabeth you should read this outstanding book.
I highly recommend it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Will Darcy and Elizabeth be able to stop them? Or is the imposter stronger than they? And what about their broken relationship?
The story was very well written by the author Elin Eriksen. For me it was one of the best books this year. It was at parts really heartbreaking and I had very, very strong feelings regarding Darcy and the imposter (ask my husband, I threatened them with every possible form of violence while reading) but not all is as it seems. And that was the really clever strategic move of the author. The story would have been really good without the actual ending but with the, surprising, end it was outstanding and really satisfying. I enjoyed it so very much.
I must confess, I’m normally a Darcy girl and in most of the variations I love him dearly and have many words of praise for him. But in this variation I wanted to slap or shake him so often. It takes him ages to understand that he was treated Elizabeth abominably poorly and that he is as much responsible for the state of his relationship with Elizabeth as the imposter. Darcy, in addition, does not see the imposter for what they really are. He is angry at them but for appearances and family sake it does not really stand up against them.
I had so much pity with Elizabeth for the way she was treated by Darcy. But I loved her for rising above herself and defying all circumstances. She needs to do things she is not prepared for but she rises to the challenge and never loses the essentials of herself by it. Brave Lizzy. I loved her for it and was so glad when her circumstances improved by time.
Darcy and Elizabeth have a daughter. I really liked her, she is such a sweet girl. I was glad that she instantly put Darcy in her heart and stole herself in his heart. I think without her there would not have been a reconciliation between Darcy and Elizabeth.
My man of the book is certainly Bingley. He is the only male person with integrity, who is willing to help and act and be the brother Elizabeth needs and deserves to help her and protect her. I really loved him and his wife Jane in this variation. Jane is equally determined to help Elizabeth in every possible way. And I love her for the Cut direct she gave Darcy for his behaviour. Bravo, my brave Jane.
As you may guess from the premise there is one big villain who destroys Darcy and Elizabeth's marriage and longs for more. Fortunately, in the end, the villain is dealt with, but it’s a long way to go and they leave destruction behind them. Again, fortunately, not all is as it seems.
If you like to know how an intruder’s action influences the relationship of Darcy and Elizabeth you should read this outstanding book.
I highly recommend it.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 11, 2025
WOW. What a moving book. More than three quarters of the book is an angsty and at times depressing and aggravating story. Darcy and Elizabeth have been married only six weeks when Colonel Fitzwilliam accosts Elizabeth in the library, to be discovered by Darcy. Thinking that he has been cuckolded, he gives Elizabeth only 15 minutes to leave Pemberley in the middle of winter! He also breaks with the Colonel and sends him away. This Darcy is a jerk, believing Colonel Fitzwilliam's story that Elizabeth is wanton. Elizabeth spends the next two and a half years living in a poor cottage by herself, giving birth to a daughter. Darcy does not even look for her until then. Fortunately Jane and Mr. Bingley help her as they can, but she wants to stay there so that Darcy won't find her. Later, they are somewhat reconciled, but find that Colonel Fitzwilliam has gone mad from the war, and is making plans to become master of Pemberley by attempting to murder Darcy, Elizabeth and their daughter, once he has married Georgiana. He is put into an asylum. Darcy and Elizabeth have a hard time getting over their estrangement. He writes her a lovely letter apologizing for his appalling behavior and believing his cousin over her.
There is a lot of angst and unhappiness during this part, but I could not put it down except to take my ever-patient dog for a much-needed delayed walk. As I'm writing this late in the evening, I realize I forgot to eat dinner because I was so engrossed in the story.
Then we find that Darcy was having a dream! Normally, I'm not much in favor of a story's using a deus ex machina plot device to resolve a story, but in this case, it was a relief and I loved the rest of the story, and how he managed to use the memory of the dream to make the Colonel confess his bad behavior.
The writing is wonderful, descriptions rich and personalities fleshed out. It was also edited well and the only issue I found was the use of illusive where it should have been elusive.
I would have liked to have the happy part of the story be a larger proportion of it, but overall I loved the book.
There is a lot of angst and unhappiness during this part, but I could not put it down except to take my ever-patient dog for a much-needed delayed walk. As I'm writing this late in the evening, I realize I forgot to eat dinner because I was so engrossed in the story.
Then we find that Darcy was having a dream! Normally, I'm not much in favor of a story's using a deus ex machina plot device to resolve a story, but in this case, it was a relief and I loved the rest of the story, and how he managed to use the memory of the dream to make the Colonel confess his bad behavior.
The writing is wonderful, descriptions rich and personalities fleshed out. It was also edited well and the only issue I found was the use of illusive where it should have been elusive.
I would have liked to have the happy part of the story be a larger proportion of it, but overall I loved the book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 20, 2025
Regretfully, I didn't pay attention to who was the author when I chose it. For I had promised myself I will not read her books again. Though I appreciate her effort to create her stories.
The story is full of angst. It is untenable that Darcy would believe the colonel in the first place. I have read similar plotlines, but Elizabeth and Darcy in those didn't go through the canon's ups and downs. It's unbelievable that Darcy would still give Elizabeth so little trust after all that happened in the canon (even though he made excuses for himself). I also can't believe that Darcy would drive Elizabeth away with no money (15 minutes, what were you thinking？). Where was the gentleman? It's absurd that he didn't find her for four years.
Against the backdrop of so much anxiety earlier on, the colonel's downfall and Darcy's realization of his mistake and the truth seem very ordinary and crude, lacking emotional impact. Darcy didn't make any attempt to win Elizabeth back; he just ran away. The Darcy here was a coward. If it had arranged for him to strive hard and then felt that his departure would be better for Elizabeth, it would have made it more reasonable for Elizabeth to seek reconciliation with him again. But he did not. So Elizabeth was framed, rejected, driven away, forced to fend for herself, gave birth to a daughter while penniless, was half-forced back by Darcy, still not trusted, and then was she supposed to take the initiative to make peace? Darcy punished himself by fending for himself in the small cottage where Elizabeth lived 4 years, but could the circumstances of men and women be compared in the Regency era? Not to mention that he only stayed for a few months. From beginning to end, there is no description of Darcy's remorse or self-reproach for the years of suffering Elizabeth endured, although we were informed that he did. The part of his self-redemption is too easy compared to the previous hardships. This made it difficult for people to understand Elizabeth's forgiveness and her renewed trust.
So, no. This is a short reading, but I'm not satisfied.
The story is full of angst. It is untenable that Darcy would believe the colonel in the first place. I have read similar plotlines, but Elizabeth and Darcy in those didn't go through the canon's ups and downs. It's unbelievable that Darcy would still give Elizabeth so little trust after all that happened in the canon (even though he made excuses for himself). I also can't believe that Darcy would drive Elizabeth away with no money (15 minutes, what were you thinking？). Where was the gentleman? It's absurd that he didn't find her for four years.
Against the backdrop of so much anxiety earlier on, the colonel's downfall and Darcy's realization of his mistake and the truth seem very ordinary and crude, lacking emotional impact. Darcy didn't make any attempt to win Elizabeth back; he just ran away. The Darcy here was a coward. If it had arranged for him to strive hard and then felt that his departure would be better for Elizabeth, it would have made it more reasonable for Elizabeth to seek reconciliation with him again. But he did not. So Elizabeth was framed, rejected, driven away, forced to fend for herself, gave birth to a daughter while penniless, was half-forced back by Darcy, still not trusted, and then was she supposed to take the initiative to make peace? Darcy punished himself by fending for himself in the small cottage where Elizabeth lived 4 years, but could the circumstances of men and women be compared in the Regency era? Not to mention that he only stayed for a few months. From beginning to end, there is no description of Darcy's remorse or self-reproach for the years of suffering Elizabeth endured, although we were informed that he did. The part of his self-redemption is too easy compared to the previous hardships. This made it difficult for people to understand Elizabeth's forgiveness and her renewed trust.
So, no. This is a short reading, but I'm not satisfied.
February 1, 2026
I loved it!
Warning: Meant for mature audiences. Contains scenes that would scandalize the ton. Readers of a delicate constitution are advised to keep their fans and vinaigrettes close at hand.
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. This is a dramatic, high-angst, chaste novel of premonition, love, greed, and betrayal, ending in a satisfying happily ever after for our dear couple. A shorter version of this book has previously been published as ‘Silence Implies Consent’. This is a retitled, rewritten, and extended version with a new ending. The previous bittersweet HEA was altered to become completely joyous, and an epilogue has been added. A heart is such a fragile thing, breaking too easily, and impossible to mend once broken.
Mr and Mrs Darcy enjoy a month of wedded bliss before their marriage shatters in a dramatic confrontation, betrayed by someone dear. Elizabeth must rely on her stubbornness and resilience until a reconciliation with her merciless husband proves unavoidable. Mr Darcy is powerless to stop himself from acting abominably whilst fighting a villain who wants to rob him of more than his inheritance. 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: Meant for mature audiences. Contains scenes that would scandalize the ton. Readers of a delicate constitution are advised to keep their fans and vinaigrettes close at hand.
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. This is a dramatic, high-angst, chaste novel of premonition, love, greed, and betrayal, ending in a satisfying happily ever after for our dear couple. A shorter version of this book has previously been published as ‘Silence Implies Consent’. This is a retitled, rewritten, and extended version with a new ending. The previous bittersweet HEA was altered to become completely joyous, and an epilogue has been added. A heart is such a fragile thing, breaking too easily, and impossible to mend once broken.
Mr and Mrs Darcy enjoy a month of wedded bliss before their marriage shatters in a dramatic confrontation, betrayed by someone dear. Elizabeth must rely on her stubbornness and resilience until a reconciliation with her merciless husband proves unavoidable. Mr Darcy is powerless to stop himself from acting abominably whilst fighting a villain who wants to rob him of more than his inheritance. 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.
September 1, 2021
Colonel Fitzwilliam has one goal, Pemberly, and is ruthless in his pursuit. Everyone else-Darcy, Georgiana, Elizabeth, Wickham- are pawns in his game.
Shortly after the Darcy wedding, Fitzwilliam arrives with Georgiana and arranged for Darcy to find Lizzy and himself in a compromising position. Darcy refuses to let Lizzy so much as explain herself, and casts her out in the cold night. Bennet finds himself unable to house Lizzy because her disgrace will ruin Mary's and Kitty's chances at marriage, but with Gardiner's help, finds an impoverished cottage. Due to his general laziness, he doesn't seek financial support from Darcy. Mrs. Gardiner does not believe Lizzy, but Jane and Bingley do when they find her six months later.
Jane and Bingley are the only redeeming characters in this story. Bingley confronts Darcy in his role as Lizzy's brother by marriage, provides her with support, and Jane publicly cuts Darcy.
I will not fault Lizzy for returning with Darcy and repairing their relationship. A modern woman would be stupid to take him back after his behavior, but a 19th century woman was at the mercy of her husband. She would not benefit from continuing to antagonize him, and she did take measures to ensure her future safety, such as sewing money into her gown in case he kicked her out again. She also has her child to think about: even if Darcy died, Lizzy would have no control over her child if Darcy named someone else guardian.
Shortly after the Darcy wedding, Fitzwilliam arrives with Georgiana and arranged for Darcy to find Lizzy and himself in a compromising position. Darcy refuses to let Lizzy so much as explain herself, and casts her out in the cold night. Bennet finds himself unable to house Lizzy because her disgrace will ruin Mary's and Kitty's chances at marriage, but with Gardiner's help, finds an impoverished cottage. Due to his general laziness, he doesn't seek financial support from Darcy. Mrs. Gardiner does not believe Lizzy, but Jane and Bingley do when they find her six months later.
Jane and Bingley are the only redeeming characters in this story. Bingley confronts Darcy in his role as Lizzy's brother by marriage, provides her with support, and Jane publicly cuts Darcy.
I will not fault Lizzy for returning with Darcy and repairing their relationship. A modern woman would be stupid to take him back after his behavior, but a 19th century woman was at the mercy of her husband. She would not benefit from continuing to antagonize him, and she did take measures to ensure her future safety, such as sewing money into her gown in case he kicked her out again. She also has her child to think about: even if Darcy died, Lizzy would have no control over her child if Darcy named someone else guardian.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 7, 2021
Yesterday I read through this addictive book from morning to evening and there should be a WARNING given—reader beware—you will more than likely hate Colonel Fitzwilliam for a very long time or become quite leery of his usual genial nature when reading any other P&P sequel/variation after immersing yourself in this harrowing, but oh so thrilling plot. This author skillfully conveys a compact ride that promises to stun, horrify, and annoy not only our dear characters, but (we) the readers as well. It delivers a powerful punch to the heart, gut, and mind that is keenly felt page after page. Quite a feat!
I wish to applaud Ms. Eriksen for such an original, powerful twist and offer heartfelt thanks for the very gratifying day she gave me. The ending was simply divine. And I hope this isn’t too much of a spoiler for what I admired among so many things, but this image had me laughing out loud: “***** sat back, not because he was intimidated but because Bingley had just spat on him.” Oh, how a good chuckle invigorates the soul!
Exceptional Read!
I wish to applaud Ms. Eriksen for such an original, powerful twist and offer heartfelt thanks for the very gratifying day she gave me. The ending was simply divine. And I hope this isn’t too much of a spoiler for what I admired among so many things, but this image had me laughing out loud: “***** sat back, not because he was intimidated but because Bingley had just spat on him.” Oh, how a good chuckle invigorates the soul!
Exceptional Read!
December 9, 2025
This version of Elin Eriksen's Silence Implies Consent is so much better than the first.
Although the only change appears to be towards the conclusion of the story, it is still so worth it.
Still so much angst, so much pain, so much wickedness...
The fact that Mr. Darcy trusts Elizabeth more than his depraved cousin changes the whole perspective and it made me love him a bit more than before. The love, the trust, the indestructible bond between the spouses is a balm to the heart, after so much angst and compensates so much.
Since reading Silence Implies Consent the first time some years ago, I have regularly reread it. Even if you might need a whole box of tissues, Pemberley's Imposter remains one of the best Pride and Prejudice Variations ever written.
I wholly recommend it to any Pride and Prejudice lover, any person who believes in true love that is not the type of fairytale love, the one that comes with challenges, hardships and instead of extinguishing, grows even stronger.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Although the only change appears to be towards the conclusion of the story, it is still so worth it.
Still so much angst, so much pain, so much wickedness...
The fact that Mr. Darcy trusts Elizabeth more than his depraved cousin changes the whole perspective and it made me love him a bit more than before. The love, the trust, the indestructible bond between the spouses is a balm to the heart, after so much angst and compensates so much.
Since reading Silence Implies Consent the first time some years ago, I have regularly reread it. Even if you might need a whole box of tissues, Pemberley's Imposter remains one of the best Pride and Prejudice Variations ever written.
I wholly recommend it to any Pride and Prejudice lover, any person who believes in true love that is not the type of fairytale love, the one that comes with challenges, hardships and instead of extinguishing, grows even stronger.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 17, 2021
Avid Reader
Darcy and Elizabeth are betrayed by Darcy 's most trusted confidant, Colonel Fitzwilliam, who had been planning to steal Pemberly from Darcy for some time, except Darcy was clueless. Bingley had saved Darcy 's life while at Vann when he had been entrapped between some floorboards. Only marriage to Georgina and her children could production an heir. The Colonel could never be the heir. He not only harmed Darcy and Elizabeth, but he harmed others, which eventually was revealed. This was a bittersweet story with too much bitter. Even the Colonel was shocked by the way Darcy put Elizabeth and himself out in the middle of the night. Georgina was his face in the hole, and he played it to the hilt. "Attempted Murder Most Foul" should have been the name of this book. Once Bingley and Jane were on their way to visit, the Colonel set his plan in motion, making sure the only he and Georgina were at Pemberly to greet them.
Darcy and Elizabeth are betrayed by Darcy 's most trusted confidant, Colonel Fitzwilliam, who had been planning to steal Pemberly from Darcy for some time, except Darcy was clueless. Bingley had saved Darcy 's life while at Vann when he had been entrapped between some floorboards. Only marriage to Georgina and her children could production an heir. The Colonel could never be the heir. He not only harmed Darcy and Elizabeth, but he harmed others, which eventually was revealed. This was a bittersweet story with too much bitter. Even the Colonel was shocked by the way Darcy put Elizabeth and himself out in the middle of the night. Georgina was his face in the hole, and he played it to the hilt. "Attempted Murder Most Foul" should have been the name of this book. Once Bingley and Jane were on their way to visit, the Colonel set his plan in motion, making sure the only he and Georgina were at Pemberly to greet them.
August 5, 2022
I love this fic
I've got to say, I adored this fic the first time I read it on AO3. I fell in love with it the second time I read it. Now, knowing it's on Amazon, I couldn't put it down. I know a lot of reviewers don't like all the angst, but honestly, I think that's why I loved it so much.
Here, we have a not normal villain that comes between ODC almost immediately. We have a basically unforgivable Darcy who is the definition of a prat. And then a Lizzy that you just want to bundle up and hug, because life has thrown her a terrible curve ball.
But I absolutely love the way the author wove this story. Seriously, throughout most of the fic, you want to strangle Darcy and our villain. However, I think that the way everything just flows together was so well done.
If you like angsty fic, I definitely recommend.
I've got to say, I adored this fic the first time I read it on AO3. I fell in love with it the second time I read it. Now, knowing it's on Amazon, I couldn't put it down. I know a lot of reviewers don't like all the angst, but honestly, I think that's why I loved it so much.
Here, we have a not normal villain that comes between ODC almost immediately. We have a basically unforgivable Darcy who is the definition of a prat. And then a Lizzy that you just want to bundle up and hug, because life has thrown her a terrible curve ball.
But I absolutely love the way the author wove this story. Seriously, throughout most of the fic, you want to strangle Darcy and our villain. However, I think that the way everything just flows together was so well done.
If you like angsty fic, I definitely recommend.
November 10, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this book. On one hand, the premise is brilliant - so original and intriguing that I found myself grimly turning the pages, curious to see what would happen next.
On the other hand, I wanted to scream at the characters, especially Mr Darcy when a certain character showed up at his home. None of their decisions felt rational or believable, and I was constantly pulled out of the story thinking, "But why would you do that?" It was a deeply frustrating experience to be intrigued by a plot while being so disconnected from the people in it.
And that ending...let's just say it didn't work for me. The story was begging for a complex, bittersweet resolution, but instead, everything was tied up in a way that felt unearned. I was left thinking, "I went through all that for this?"
So why three stars? Because despite my frustrations, the concept was good. It's a well-written, thought-provoking book, as long as you're willing to check your logic at the door and just go along for the ride.
On the other hand, I wanted to scream at the characters, especially Mr Darcy when a certain character showed up at his home. None of their decisions felt rational or believable, and I was constantly pulled out of the story thinking, "But why would you do that?" It was a deeply frustrating experience to be intrigued by a plot while being so disconnected from the people in it.
And that ending...let's just say it didn't work for me. The story was begging for a complex, bittersweet resolution, but instead, everything was tied up in a way that felt unearned. I was left thinking, "I went through all that for this?"
So why three stars? Because despite my frustrations, the concept was good. It's a well-written, thought-provoking book, as long as you're willing to check your logic at the door and just go along for the ride.
November 20, 2025
A version of this story was previously published as Silence Implies Consent, which I didn't read because I thought it was about somebody getting raped. But that's not what happens. This is a bad colonel story. He engineers a scene that looks intimate to make Darcy jealous, and Elizabeth gets thrown out of Pemberley immediately, with no chance to explain. She goes on to carve a difficult living for herself and her child, and you wonder if such an unreasonable, cruel Darcy can ever be rehabilitated. But there is a plot twist that makes it work eventually. Some aspects of the story seemed a tad melodramatic or unrealistic at first but started making more sense with the later revelations.
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