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The Vampires of Derbyshire: A Pride & Prejudice Gothic Variation
Elizabeth Bennet's ties to two vampire hunters cannot save her from the vampires of Derbyshire.
Mr. Darcy meets the ladies of Longbourn and is taken aback to hear their last name is Bennet. It is a name hated by his family and by one Mr. George Wickham.
Mr. Bennet, with the aid of his brother-in-law Mr. Gardiner, killed Mr. Darcy's father leaving two young vampires with a thirst for vengeance.
Though Mr. Bennet, upon learning of Mr. Darcy's presence, warns his wife to keep the girls away from Netherfield Park, Elizabeth becomes a pawn in the wicked game of revenge unleashed by the vampire visitors to Hertfordshire.
Blood, lust, and deadly circumstances break the strongest of family bonds and Mr. Bennet must rely upon one of the eternally damned to save his favorite daughter.
Mr. Darcy meets the ladies of Longbourn and is taken aback to hear their last name is Bennet. It is a name hated by his family and by one Mr. George Wickham.
Mr. Bennet, with the aid of his brother-in-law Mr. Gardiner, killed Mr. Darcy's father leaving two young vampires with a thirst for vengeance.
Though Mr. Bennet, upon learning of Mr. Darcy's presence, warns his wife to keep the girls away from Netherfield Park, Elizabeth becomes a pawn in the wicked game of revenge unleashed by the vampire visitors to Hertfordshire.
Blood, lust, and deadly circumstances break the strongest of family bonds and Mr. Bennet must rely upon one of the eternally damned to save his favorite daughter.
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Published October 15, 2021
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October 15, 2021
When Darcy visits with Bingley in Hertfordshire, he is enraged to discover Bennets as their neighbors. He is positive that Mr. Bennet murdered his father (a good vampire). To make matters more complicated, he is overwhelmed by Elizabeth, the second eldest and how her blood sings to him. It is enough to make him lose control of himself for the first time in his life!
Wickham's (an evil vampire) actions to rampage in the neighborhood causes a life threatening situation for Elizabeth and Darcy must make a very difficult decision, which changes her life forever.
The first third flowed nicely, with ODC couples thoughts as they get to know, if not like each other. The middle part stalled a bit, as it got technical and full of explanatory details so Elizabeth understands her new position better. It then picks up again to a satisfying ending.
I found this more romance than fantasy heavy. Written in a light manner which adds to the overall feel of story-despite the vampiric content. As it is a shorter novel, there isn't a huge emphasis on the sci-fantasy aspect. I think it would require a lot more story to create a fuller world than this one provides. However that does help lean it toward an easy and entertaining read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Wickham's (an evil vampire) actions to rampage in the neighborhood causes a life threatening situation for Elizabeth and Darcy must make a very difficult decision, which changes her life forever.
The first third flowed nicely, with ODC couples thoughts as they get to know, if not like each other. The middle part stalled a bit, as it got technical and full of explanatory details so Elizabeth understands her new position better. It then picks up again to a satisfying ending.
I found this more romance than fantasy heavy. Written in a light manner which adds to the overall feel of story-despite the vampiric content. As it is a shorter novel, there isn't a huge emphasis on the sci-fantasy aspect. I think it would require a lot more story to create a fuller world than this one provides. However that does help lean it toward an easy and entertaining read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 18, 2021
Vampire Darcy
In a supernatural world of pride and prejudice. Darcy is a vampire. If that’s not enough to make you swoon what could? Darcy is a “good” vampire.
Mr Bennet and Mr Gardiner are vampire hunters for the crown and are given orders to kill Mr George Darcy unknown to all Mrs Anne Darcy also died. Although hatred for Mr Bennet, Darcy could not resist Elizabeth Bennet. When Elizabeth’s life hangs in the balance Darcy refuses to allow Elizabeth to die which causes more strife with Mr Bennet.
I loved Darcy as a vampire making my enjoyment of supernatural stories come together in one book. I was sad to see it end so soon.
Please consider a sequel.
In a supernatural world of pride and prejudice. Darcy is a vampire. If that’s not enough to make you swoon what could? Darcy is a “good” vampire.
Mr Bennet and Mr Gardiner are vampire hunters for the crown and are given orders to kill Mr George Darcy unknown to all Mrs Anne Darcy also died. Although hatred for Mr Bennet, Darcy could not resist Elizabeth Bennet. When Elizabeth’s life hangs in the balance Darcy refuses to allow Elizabeth to die which causes more strife with Mr Bennet.
I loved Darcy as a vampire making my enjoyment of supernatural stories come together in one book. I was sad to see it end so soon.
Please consider a sequel.
November 2, 2021
Good vampire P&P plot, but the book suffers from unnecessary explanation (telling in addition to showing) and overdramatic, soap opera-ish dialogue.
October 13, 2021
A very enjoyable gothic Pride and Prejudice variation, in which Elizabeth Bennet’s father and uncle are a team of vampire hunters, who staked Mr Darcy Senior.
In the first part of the book, Fitzwilliam Darcy is haughty and distant, partly because be hates the name Bennet and partly to disguise his attraction to Elizabeth and the call of her blood.
When Mr Wickham (also a vampire) turns up; terror and death follow in his wake.
I liked the connection between Darcy and Elizabeth in the second part of the book. The ability to feel each other’s emotions, removes those pesky misunderstandings!
A nice mixture of blood, sex, violence and love. Well worth a read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. All views expressed are my own.
In the first part of the book, Fitzwilliam Darcy is haughty and distant, partly because be hates the name Bennet and partly to disguise his attraction to Elizabeth and the call of her blood.
When Mr Wickham (also a vampire) turns up; terror and death follow in his wake.
I liked the connection between Darcy and Elizabeth in the second part of the book. The ability to feel each other’s emotions, removes those pesky misunderstandings!
A nice mixture of blood, sex, violence and love. Well worth a read.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. All views expressed are my own.
December 15, 2021
Vanilla
An entertaining story, but not particularly exciting or romantic. Darcy is a vampire , a good vampire, who never drinks the blood of humans. Mr Bennett and Mr Gardiner are vampire hunters who receive their orders directly from the government. Years ago, they had received an order to kill the vampire George Darcy, which they did. As a result, Lady Anne Darcy also died because of vampire bonding. Their son Darcy has a vendetta against the men who killed his father, but so far he hasn't been able to find them. Then, he shows up in Hertfordshire, accompanying Bingley to his new rented estate.
I always have to roll my eyes at these vampire tales wherein becoming a vampire makes you better and stronger, and in this case it also gives you magical powers. Why is that? And why wouldn't everyone want these abilities? These extra abilities are way too convenient when it comes to sustaining a plot. It sometimes seems that a new power can just be contrived whenever necessary.
I wasn't feeling the chemistry developing between Elizabeth and Darcy. The only indicator of attraction was Darcy's strong reaction to the smell of Elizabeth's blood. I think the authors forgot that Darcy hadn't even been introduced to Elizabeth at the Meryton assembly, there were no social interactions because of Mr Bennett, and then the Netherfield ball happened, which was the point at which Darcy first had any close encounter with her. And yet at this point Darcy says it's her wit, intelligence, and joie de vivre that attracted him, besides her beauty. I hate to nitpick, but Darcy has never conversed with her at all, so how is that possible?
At the Netherfield ball, Elizabeth's life changes forever, and Darcy takes over responsibility for her. It's quite sudden, and Elizabeth, who up to this point had hated Darcy, in the blink of an eye is in love with him. I would have preferred more development of their relationship, more time for gradual change on both sides.
After the huge change in Elizabeth's life, the romance is lovely. The book is written in a very simplistic style, and the plot rolls along in a predictable and convenient manner. This isn't great literature, but it's a pleasant book. I recommend it.
An entertaining story, but not particularly exciting or romantic. Darcy is a vampire , a good vampire, who never drinks the blood of humans. Mr Bennett and Mr Gardiner are vampire hunters who receive their orders directly from the government. Years ago, they had received an order to kill the vampire George Darcy, which they did. As a result, Lady Anne Darcy also died because of vampire bonding. Their son Darcy has a vendetta against the men who killed his father, but so far he hasn't been able to find them. Then, he shows up in Hertfordshire, accompanying Bingley to his new rented estate.
I always have to roll my eyes at these vampire tales wherein becoming a vampire makes you better and stronger, and in this case it also gives you magical powers. Why is that? And why wouldn't everyone want these abilities? These extra abilities are way too convenient when it comes to sustaining a plot. It sometimes seems that a new power can just be contrived whenever necessary.
I wasn't feeling the chemistry developing between Elizabeth and Darcy. The only indicator of attraction was Darcy's strong reaction to the smell of Elizabeth's blood. I think the authors forgot that Darcy hadn't even been introduced to Elizabeth at the Meryton assembly, there were no social interactions because of Mr Bennett, and then the Netherfield ball happened, which was the point at which Darcy first had any close encounter with her. And yet at this point Darcy says it's her wit, intelligence, and joie de vivre that attracted him, besides her beauty. I hate to nitpick, but Darcy has never conversed with her at all, so how is that possible?
At the Netherfield ball, Elizabeth's life changes forever, and Darcy takes over responsibility for her. It's quite sudden, and Elizabeth, who up to this point had hated Darcy, in the blink of an eye is in love with him. I would have preferred more development of their relationship, more time for gradual change on both sides.
After the huge change in Elizabeth's life, the romance is lovely. The book is written in a very simplistic style, and the plot rolls along in a predictable and convenient manner. This isn't great literature, but it's a pleasant book. I recommend it.
October 20, 2025
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 Pride and Prejudice with Vampires, a Gothic retelling. Elizabeth Bennet's ties to two vampire hunters cannot save her from the vampires of Derbyshire.
Mr. Darcy meets the ladies of Longbourn and is taken aback to hear their last name is Bennet, for it is a name hated by his family and by one Mr. George Wickham. Mr. Bennet, with the aid of his brother-in-law Mr. Gardiner, killed Mr. Darcy's father leaving two young vampires with a thirst for vengeance. Though Mr. Bennet, upon learning of Mr. Darcy's presence, warns his wife to keep the girls away from Netherfield Park, Elizabeth becomes a pawn in the wicked game of revenge unleashed by the vampire visitors to Hertfordshire. Blood, lust, and deadly circumstances break the strongest of family bonds and Mr. Bennet must rely upon one of the eternally damned to save his favorite daughter. 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 Pride and Prejudice with Vampires, a Gothic retelling. Elizabeth Bennet's ties to two vampire hunters cannot save her from the vampires of Derbyshire.
Mr. Darcy meets the ladies of Longbourn and is taken aback to hear their last name is Bennet, for it is a name hated by his family and by one Mr. George Wickham. Mr. Bennet, with the aid of his brother-in-law Mr. Gardiner, killed Mr. Darcy's father leaving two young vampires with a thirst for vengeance. Though Mr. Bennet, upon learning of Mr. Darcy's presence, warns his wife to keep the girls away from Netherfield Park, Elizabeth becomes a pawn in the wicked game of revenge unleashed by the vampire visitors to Hertfordshire. Blood, lust, and deadly circumstances break the strongest of family bonds and Mr. Bennet must rely upon one of the eternally damned to save his favorite daughter. 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.
October 17, 2021
The story followed most of the main events from the original minus the Kent and Pemberley visit. FD came to the Assembly and met the Bennets, a name he hated. He was immediately attracted to Lizzy but he slighted her more in this story. FD stayed away from her but situations called to him.
I like the development of the story. Loved the way the authors changed the details but the main points of the story/scenes are still present. They also added a different take on the vampire's abilities/partner.
A few things that were questionable to me, I wonder how the old Mr Darcy missed the beet juice (he should have known it wasn't blood). Though not significant, I wish they would have answered the inquiry if Mr Darcy wanted to have a child or can they? Also wondered about the curse and if it could be lifted?
Nevertheless, this was a wonderful paranormal P & P retelling. (Loved the irony of loving someone from a most hated family/enemies) I highy recommend reading this love story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I like the development of the story. Loved the way the authors changed the details but the main points of the story/scenes are still present. They also added a different take on the vampire's abilities/partner.
A few things that were questionable to me, I wonder how the old Mr Darcy missed the beet juice (he should have known it wasn't blood). Though not significant, I wish they would have answered the inquiry if Mr Darcy wanted to have a child or can they? Also wondered about the curse and if it could be lifted?
Nevertheless, this was a wonderful paranormal P & P retelling. (Loved the irony of loving someone from a most hated family/enemies) I highy recommend reading this love story.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
October 28, 2021
Different
I don't usually read P&P vampire books but am pleased that I took the time to read this one. Mr Bennet and Mr Gardiner killed George Darcy one night because he was a vampire and they were given a royal decree to end him. Little did they know he was a vampire who never tasted human blood and worked to rid the world of those who harmed humans. Or that he left a son who would avenge him.
Elizabeth meets Darcy at the assembly and its even worse than the classic. Mr Bennet flips out and bans the girls from having any contact with those at Netherfield especially Darcy. Of course Mrs Bennet schemes and puts everyone in danger in her quest to get Jane and Bingley together.
My only complaint about this story is the dialogue.... Its stilted and just doesn't ring realistic. I wish writers would read their dialogue out loud so they can hear how terrible it is. While the Regency-Georgian period is much more formal than now, I don't think they actually always spoke that stilted especially in private.
I don't usually read P&P vampire books but am pleased that I took the time to read this one. Mr Bennet and Mr Gardiner killed George Darcy one night because he was a vampire and they were given a royal decree to end him. Little did they know he was a vampire who never tasted human blood and worked to rid the world of those who harmed humans. Or that he left a son who would avenge him.
Elizabeth meets Darcy at the assembly and its even worse than the classic. Mr Bennet flips out and bans the girls from having any contact with those at Netherfield especially Darcy. Of course Mrs Bennet schemes and puts everyone in danger in her quest to get Jane and Bingley together.
My only complaint about this story is the dialogue.... Its stilted and just doesn't ring realistic. I wish writers would read their dialogue out loud so they can hear how terrible it is. While the Regency-Georgian period is much more formal than now, I don't think they actually always spoke that stilted especially in private.
March 27, 2022
Fun but somewhat sad ending,
I enjoy variations by both these authors so two thumbs up on their team up, I hope they'll do more. This was a fun paranormal twist with our beloved Lizzy and Darcy. The romance picked up after a dastardly deed by Wickem. I wasn't so fond of such a disagreeable Mr. Bennet l, although he eventually comes to his senses. I also thought the ending was somewhat sad, and I had an unanswered question. Otherwise it was a fun and original spin. I love suggest they go more light hearted next time, but that's me. FYI , I wouldn't necessarily call it a clean romance l. I'd call it somewhat clean, there is nudity but no actual sex scenes and all thos happens after marriage. It was just within my tolerance level and some would probably consider me prudish.
I enjoy variations by both these authors so two thumbs up on their team up, I hope they'll do more. This was a fun paranormal twist with our beloved Lizzy and Darcy. The romance picked up after a dastardly deed by Wickem. I wasn't so fond of such a disagreeable Mr. Bennet l, although he eventually comes to his senses. I also thought the ending was somewhat sad, and I had an unanswered question. Otherwise it was a fun and original spin. I love suggest they go more light hearted next time, but that's me. FYI , I wouldn't necessarily call it a clean romance l. I'd call it somewhat clean, there is nudity but no actual sex scenes and all thos happens after marriage. It was just within my tolerance level and some would probably consider me prudish.
November 9, 2024
Vampires, both good and bad
3 1/2 stars rounded up to four
Vampires, both good and bad; can you guess who is who? Since this is a pride and prejudice variation most of us should pick up that Darcy is good but how do things work for him when he comes across those he has an immense reason to hate? There are several vampire, pride and prejudice variations out there; the one thing that is nice is each of them that I’ve read over the years have their own world building and are not a copy and paste from other versions. Overall, I enjoyed this story, but there was a few things that I would have liked to see expanded, especially in the world building part of this vampire of life. The story touched on several things, but it was very vague in some spots where I think it could have been developed a little deeper. Will I read this again? Yes
3 1/2 stars rounded up to four
Vampires, both good and bad; can you guess who is who? Since this is a pride and prejudice variation most of us should pick up that Darcy is good but how do things work for him when he comes across those he has an immense reason to hate? There are several vampire, pride and prejudice variations out there; the one thing that is nice is each of them that I’ve read over the years have their own world building and are not a copy and paste from other versions. Overall, I enjoyed this story, but there was a few things that I would have liked to see expanded, especially in the world building part of this vampire of life. The story touched on several things, but it was very vague in some spots where I think it could have been developed a little deeper. Will I read this again? Yes
November 19, 2021
This book is an insider tip for those who, like me, love the characters of Pride and Prejudice. Beyond being a lovely gothic romance, it gives a new perspective of these characters I very much love. The plot got me involved so much that I just couldn’t put the book down, even if I had to for obvious reasons. The characters maintain their features with their qualities and their flaws but the authors make them more special to the eyes of the reader. I highly recommend the book.
October 19, 2021
Fabulous
An absolutely fantastic variation inspired by Jane Austen's classic novel Pride and Prejudice by April Floyd and Cass Grix. What if Bennett and Gardiner were vampire hunters who had slain George Darcy? How would they react to meeting Darcy and Wickham when they came to Meryton? A paranormal twist adds to the pleasure in this romance. I enjoyed it in one sitting.
An absolutely fantastic variation inspired by Jane Austen's classic novel Pride and Prejudice by April Floyd and Cass Grix. What if Bennett and Gardiner were vampire hunters who had slain George Darcy? How would they react to meeting Darcy and Wickham when they came to Meryton? A paranormal twist adds to the pleasure in this romance. I enjoyed it in one sitting.
May 17, 2023
Darcy as a vampire!
Entertaining variation with Darcy as a vampire and a good one to boot! Of course there is the evil villain Wickham to deal with as in any P&P variation, but somewhat surprising end to his evil ways. The insolent Mr Bennett was an surprisingly unpleasant bitter man as the story progressed and his character development worked itself out. Enjoyable read.
Entertaining variation with Darcy as a vampire and a good one to boot! Of course there is the evil villain Wickham to deal with as in any P&P variation, but somewhat surprising end to his evil ways. The insolent Mr Bennett was an surprisingly unpleasant bitter man as the story progressed and his character development worked itself out. Enjoyable read.
October 18, 2021
Interesting storyline. A little more action than the usual variation. I enjoyed Darcy and Elizabeth's story. I loved the opening scene. Uncle Gardner and Mr. Bennet as men of action. It was exciting at parts.
I received this as an arc from Booksprout and freely left this review.
I received this as an arc from Booksprout and freely left this review.
December 23, 2021
Too many questions and too many inconsistencies. I did read the book cover to cover. I guess I let those who read my review know this is because there are many times I skip chapters when a book can not hold my interest. This book held my attention but left me with questions.
September 13, 2022
Vampires
Mysterious, passionate and engrossing. A Pride and Prejudice vamp story? Im in! Great storytelling, of a not so typical vampire tale. Loved it.
Mysterious, passionate and engrossing. A Pride and Prejudice vamp story? Im in! Great storytelling, of a not so typical vampire tale. Loved it.
March 22, 2025
Well, this was very different for a Jaff story, that's for sure! Both authors are well-known in the Jaff world, so I was excited to read it, even though in general I don't like vampire stories. But this is not a creepy vampire story (not that most of them are anymore), but actually pretty romantic. At first I had a hard time getting into it, but after about 1/3 into it, I could hardly put it down. It was interesting to see what (of vampire fables) was real and what was not. At least for this story...
*Spoilers*
The book was well-written and moving. Darcy's father was killed by the vampire hunters Mr. Bennet and Mr. Gardiner, based on a Royal writ of execution for him. They are surprised when they get the writ because they had thought that Mr. George Darcy was a "good" vampire that didn't feed on humans, and helped rid England of vampires that do feed on humans. But a Royal writ is not to be denied. A later surprise is how that happened, and who was responsible.
When Mr. Darcy comes to Hertfordshire, at the assembly, he hears the name "Bennet" and is greatly disturbed, as that is the name of one of the men who killed his father. However, he can smell Elizabeth and knows she is special. But since his mother died when his father was killed (this is the way of vampire couples), he has sworn never to marry and curse a woman to that possible fate. Wickham is also a vampire, killing several people in the area, but Mr. Bennet is sure it is Mr. Darcy, since Wickham is so amiable. He gets a little hysterical, and bans Mr. Darcy from Longbourn. He also has Mr. Gardiner come, as he wants to kill Darcy. Mr. Gardiner is more reasonable, and speaks with Darcy, telling him that his father was killed by Royal writ, not for any other reason. Only Mr. Bennet and Mr. Gardiner know about vampires; it is a secret from everyone else.
Wickham has sweet-talked Elizabeth (and used a bit of glamor), so she goes to meet him in the garden at the Netherfield ball. He almost kills her by drinking most of her blood. Darcy wants to kill Wickham, but he can't bear to have Elizabeth die and would rather save her by turning her into a vampire. Darcy takes her immediately to Pemberley, and they all agree to the story that Darcy and Elizabeth have eloped because Mr. Bennet doesn't like Darcy.
At Pemberley, Elizabeth gradually gets used to the changes to herself; Darcy is very good to her, explaining everything and helping her. This part is very sweet and Georgiana quickly makes friends with Elizabeth and helps her, even though she herself is not a vampire (it is only passed to male children, everyone else has to be turned). Elizabeth falls in love with Darcy and they do a "vampire wedding" where they make an oath and both drink each other's blood simultaneously. Jane and Bingley get married, and right after the wedding, Lydia runs off with Wickham - turns out they have been meeting a lot and Kitty has kept it a secret. The Darcys, Mr. Bennet, and Mr. Gardiner go to London to find them. Lydia tells Elizabeth that she didn't drink any blood from Wickham, so Darcy lets her kill Wickham because he tried to kill her. Unfortunately, Lydia lied and had taken some of Wickham's blood, so she died too.
I do recommend this book, unless you are totally against something this far out-of-canon, and then this might not be your cup of tea. I felt the characterizations were good.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
*Spoilers*
The book was well-written and moving. Darcy's father was killed by the vampire hunters Mr. Bennet and Mr. Gardiner, based on a Royal writ of execution for him. They are surprised when they get the writ because they had thought that Mr. George Darcy was a "good" vampire that didn't feed on humans, and helped rid England of vampires that do feed on humans. But a Royal writ is not to be denied. A later surprise is how that happened, and who was responsible.
When Mr. Darcy comes to Hertfordshire, at the assembly, he hears the name "Bennet" and is greatly disturbed, as that is the name of one of the men who killed his father. However, he can smell Elizabeth and knows she is special. But since his mother died when his father was killed (this is the way of vampire couples), he has sworn never to marry and curse a woman to that possible fate. Wickham is also a vampire, killing several people in the area, but Mr. Bennet is sure it is Mr. Darcy, since Wickham is so amiable. He gets a little hysterical, and bans Mr. Darcy from Longbourn. He also has Mr. Gardiner come, as he wants to kill Darcy. Mr. Gardiner is more reasonable, and speaks with Darcy, telling him that his father was killed by Royal writ, not for any other reason. Only Mr. Bennet and Mr. Gardiner know about vampires; it is a secret from everyone else.
Wickham has sweet-talked Elizabeth (and used a bit of glamor), so she goes to meet him in the garden at the Netherfield ball. He almost kills her by drinking most of her blood. Darcy wants to kill Wickham, but he can't bear to have Elizabeth die and would rather save her by turning her into a vampire. Darcy takes her immediately to Pemberley, and they all agree to the story that Darcy and Elizabeth have eloped because Mr. Bennet doesn't like Darcy.
At Pemberley, Elizabeth gradually gets used to the changes to herself; Darcy is very good to her, explaining everything and helping her. This part is very sweet and Georgiana quickly makes friends with Elizabeth and helps her, even though she herself is not a vampire (it is only passed to male children, everyone else has to be turned). Elizabeth falls in love with Darcy and they do a "vampire wedding" where they make an oath and both drink each other's blood simultaneously. Jane and Bingley get married, and right after the wedding, Lydia runs off with Wickham - turns out they have been meeting a lot and Kitty has kept it a secret. The Darcys, Mr. Bennet, and Mr. Gardiner go to London to find them. Lydia tells Elizabeth that she didn't drink any blood from Wickham, so Darcy lets her kill Wickham because he tried to kill her. Unfortunately, Lydia lied and had taken some of Wickham's blood, so she died too.
I do recommend this book, unless you are totally against something this far out-of-canon, and then this might not be your cup of tea. I felt the characterizations were good.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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