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A Chance Encounter : A Pride and Prejudice Variation
A few days after the Hunsford Proposal, Darcy unexpectedly comes upon Elizabeth Bennet on the road to London. Her carriage has met with an accident! Of course, Darcy comes to the rescue despite the recent, scathing rejection of his hand and heart. Circumstances force them to seek refuge in a nearby farmhouse, posing as man and wife! Why was Elizabeth travelling to London in a strange carriage, days before her visit to the metropolis was scheduled? Why did their hostess at the farmhouse welcome them with a shooting rifle. And with the acrimony and hurt of the proposal still raw, how would our dear couple navigate this chance encounter! This light-hearted story answers all these questions and more!
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Published October 11, 2021
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October 23, 2021
There are several threads in this story.
First, we learn that Darcy is NOT able to deliver that letter to Elizabeth after she rejected his proposal at Hunsford. She does not go out for a walk. Then Darcy decides to leave Rosings without so much as a farewell to his aunt. She comes looking for an explanation from Elizabeth...who is unable to give her one. Lady Catherine then, after accusing Elizabeth of seducing her nephew, demands that Collins throw her out...IMMEDIATELY. It is only with some finagling that Charlotte is able to arrange that Elizabeth travel with a Mrs. Dawson, and her granddaughter, Mrs. Dawson and Millie.
However their carriage meets with an accident and Mrs. Dawson dies. Darcy, who has holed up on an inn to drink his sorrows away, and thus is traveling behind them, comes upon the scene. In looking for refuge and needing some attention to be paid to Elizabeth's wounds they find a nearby home which (after some misunderstanding) takes them in. The family living here has some problems and Darcy helps with that...however, he also is pretending that he, Elizabeth and little Millie are a family. This family's "problem" has more to it but that is for you to read.
When the carriage is mended the threesome make their way to London. They find the Gardiners not at home...they were not expecting Elizabeth to join them for another week. So Darcy has a week to prove to Elizabeth that he has changed and Elizabeth finds that the man she now sees is completely different from the one she rejected in Hunsford.
Millie is a big part of this story. You have to admire Darcy who steps right in and helps care for her and belie her worries. The little girl has already lost her mother (another thread) and now cannot understand why she can't be with her grandmother.
The time spent together in Darcy House also includes Georgiana and Mrs. Annesley. And ODC makes sure they hide the fact that there has been more than one compromise since the rescue encounter.
The Gardiners finally come back to town but we also have Anne de Bourgh & Colonel Fitzwilliam, Jane and Bingley (whom Darcy has informed of his error in helping to separate him from Jane) and Lady Catherine with Collins. (I particularly loved the advice given to Collins when he learns Lady C. is no longer his patron.)
This was an interesting story but without any real angst for me. We keep going back and forth between Elizabeth's thoughts about wanting a second proposal from Darcy and how impossible that is and Darcy's thoughts as he begins to believe that Elizabeth's opinions about him have changed.
There is an epilogue and we have happy endings for more than one person, which includes several marriages.
First, we learn that Darcy is NOT able to deliver that letter to Elizabeth after she rejected his proposal at Hunsford. She does not go out for a walk. Then Darcy decides to leave Rosings without so much as a farewell to his aunt. She comes looking for an explanation from Elizabeth...who is unable to give her one. Lady Catherine then, after accusing Elizabeth of seducing her nephew, demands that Collins throw her out...IMMEDIATELY. It is only with some finagling that Charlotte is able to arrange that Elizabeth travel with a Mrs. Dawson, and her granddaughter, Mrs. Dawson and Millie.
However their carriage meets with an accident and Mrs. Dawson dies. Darcy, who has holed up on an inn to drink his sorrows away, and thus is traveling behind them, comes upon the scene. In looking for refuge and needing some attention to be paid to Elizabeth's wounds they find a nearby home which (after some misunderstanding) takes them in. The family living here has some problems and Darcy helps with that...however, he also is pretending that he, Elizabeth and little Millie are a family. This family's "problem" has more to it but that is for you to read.
When the carriage is mended the threesome make their way to London. They find the Gardiners not at home...they were not expecting Elizabeth to join them for another week. So Darcy has a week to prove to Elizabeth that he has changed and Elizabeth finds that the man she now sees is completely different from the one she rejected in Hunsford.
Millie is a big part of this story. You have to admire Darcy who steps right in and helps care for her and belie her worries. The little girl has already lost her mother (another thread) and now cannot understand why she can't be with her grandmother.
The time spent together in Darcy House also includes Georgiana and Mrs. Annesley. And ODC makes sure they hide the fact that there has been more than one compromise since the rescue encounter.
The Gardiners finally come back to town but we also have Anne de Bourgh & Colonel Fitzwilliam, Jane and Bingley (whom Darcy has informed of his error in helping to separate him from Jane) and Lady Catherine with Collins. (I particularly loved the advice given to Collins when he learns Lady C. is no longer his patron.)
This was an interesting story but without any real angst for me. We keep going back and forth between Elizabeth's thoughts about wanting a second proposal from Darcy and how impossible that is and Darcy's thoughts as he begins to believe that Elizabeth's opinions about him have changed.
There is an epilogue and we have happy endings for more than one person, which includes several marriages.
April 13, 2022
4.5 rounded up to 5 stars
December 12, 2023
SPOILER ALERT: This review may contain *** SPOILERS ***
>>Rating: Mature teen due to descriptions of death, greed, descriptions of injuries from an accident, adult themes that involve scandal, and sexual consequences.
>>Angst Level: slight-to-medium as secrets are revealed and villains exposed
>>Source: Own
After the disastrous Hunsford proposal, Miss Elizabeth Bennet thought things had to improve. She was sadly wrong about that assumption. When Lady Catherine discovered the defection of her nephew’s affections from her daughter, she pitched a fit worthy of her station. She had Collins toss his unworthy cousin from his house to fend for herself. Collins was in full agreement until Anne de Bourgh arrived on his doorstep and reminded him of how things would proceed. As Elizabeth traveled to London, she was involved in a carriage accident. Not all would survive. Mr. Darcy arrived not long after the accident and discovered Miss Elizabeth injured and unconscious. Things moved quickly after that. Several threads were running concurrently and villains and secrets would be revealed as love blossomed in the spring.
Darcy had never given Elizabeth his letter so she was still operating in her disgust and distrust of the arrogant man. It would be later that she would find and read his letter. Poor Darcy did not know his aunt had tossed her from the county. He was furious when he discovered his aunt’s heartless actions. His good opinion, yadda, yadda. The other survivor in the coach was a three-year-old girl, Millie, and an injured coachman. That little girl stole every scene that she was in. Everyone fell in love with her, except one. That just broke my heart. That villain was the pits.
It was interesting to watch as Elizabeth’s opinion of the man from Derbyshire changed over time. I was glad it was not that instant flip of the switch from hate to love. However, introspection from the two dragged on just a bit. Of course, it could be me wanting more page time with the lovers. They were pretty hot. I adored their transformation and final declarations.
>>Rating: Mature teen due to descriptions of death, greed, descriptions of injuries from an accident, adult themes that involve scandal, and sexual consequences.
>>Angst Level: slight-to-medium as secrets are revealed and villains exposed
>>Source: Own
After the disastrous Hunsford proposal, Miss Elizabeth Bennet thought things had to improve. She was sadly wrong about that assumption. When Lady Catherine discovered the defection of her nephew’s affections from her daughter, she pitched a fit worthy of her station. She had Collins toss his unworthy cousin from his house to fend for herself. Collins was in full agreement until Anne de Bourgh arrived on his doorstep and reminded him of how things would proceed. As Elizabeth traveled to London, she was involved in a carriage accident. Not all would survive. Mr. Darcy arrived not long after the accident and discovered Miss Elizabeth injured and unconscious. Things moved quickly after that. Several threads were running concurrently and villains and secrets would be revealed as love blossomed in the spring.
Darcy had never given Elizabeth his letter so she was still operating in her disgust and distrust of the arrogant man. It would be later that she would find and read his letter. Poor Darcy did not know his aunt had tossed her from the county. He was furious when he discovered his aunt’s heartless actions. His good opinion, yadda, yadda. The other survivor in the coach was a three-year-old girl, Millie, and an injured coachman. That little girl stole every scene that she was in. Everyone fell in love with her, except one. That just broke my heart. That villain was the pits.
It was interesting to watch as Elizabeth’s opinion of the man from Derbyshire changed over time. I was glad it was not that instant flip of the switch from hate to love. However, introspection from the two dragged on just a bit. Of course, it could be me wanting more page time with the lovers. They were pretty hot. I adored their transformation and final declarations.
July 9, 2023
Love this
Elizabeth gets into a carriage accident with an orphan girl and finds out how kind one Fitzwilliam Darcy that she recently abused can be. I loved everything about this except her willingness to jump into negative conclusions at the least provocation.
Elizabeth gets into a carriage accident with an orphan girl and finds out how kind one Fitzwilliam Darcy that she recently abused can be. I loved everything about this except her willingness to jump into negative conclusions at the least provocation.
January 27, 2024
Lovely story.
Parts of this sweet story brought tears to my eyes. I really admire this author’s creativity within this genre. She uses much of canon in this book but with many twists. I loved the new characters she introduced to the original. They range from stalwart, brave and motherly to heart bending adorable. The three year old steals the show. Oh my.
This was Darcy’s Hero material at his best. I found Elizabeth’s character less admirable than most other characterizations of her. I just don’t think she would have reacted the way she did in more than a few scenes. I think of our dear girl as being more observant and thinking before she spoke. But this was part of Neha’s plot so I hung in there watching for her change in attitude. I thought this took a little too long sometimes, but the complications of Darcy’s search for the little girl’s family took time to pan out. That plot was well written.
The romance between Elizabeth and Darcy was lovely in the end. I’ll want to reread this someday. It’s a five star story. I reduced it by one star because of so many anachronisms. I’m not a perfectionist in any way but there were just too many to ignore. I have enjoyed her other work too and hope she becomes successful enough to employ an editor with Regency knowledge. Her stories deserve that. Keep writing Ms. Neha.
I recommend this to JAFF readers, who will love new scenarios, and new characters.
Parts of this sweet story brought tears to my eyes. I really admire this author’s creativity within this genre. She uses much of canon in this book but with many twists. I loved the new characters she introduced to the original. They range from stalwart, brave and motherly to heart bending adorable. The three year old steals the show. Oh my.
This was Darcy’s Hero material at his best. I found Elizabeth’s character less admirable than most other characterizations of her. I just don’t think she would have reacted the way she did in more than a few scenes. I think of our dear girl as being more observant and thinking before she spoke. But this was part of Neha’s plot so I hung in there watching for her change in attitude. I thought this took a little too long sometimes, but the complications of Darcy’s search for the little girl’s family took time to pan out. That plot was well written.
The romance between Elizabeth and Darcy was lovely in the end. I’ll want to reread this someday. It’s a five star story. I reduced it by one star because of so many anachronisms. I’m not a perfectionist in any way but there were just too many to ignore. I have enjoyed her other work too and hope she becomes successful enough to employ an editor with Regency knowledge. Her stories deserve that. Keep writing Ms. Neha.
I recommend this to JAFF readers, who will love new scenarios, and new characters.
November 2, 2021
DNF 37%, lost interest in the story. Darcy felt slightly OOC.
January 26, 2024
Such a sweet story!
2:54 am! I couldn't put this book down! Darling story!
I loved meeting Millie and Ginga! Such a lovely version of this age old story.
Bingley is still a twit; but, at least he isn't the complete rake that Willie's father is. What a terrible person!
Also glad we didn't have to suffer Wickham. He us a waste of breath!
2:54 am! I couldn't put this book down! Darling story!
I loved meeting Millie and Ginga! Such a lovely version of this age old story.
Bingley is still a twit; but, at least he isn't the complete rake that Willie's father is. What a terrible person!
Also glad we didn't have to suffer Wickham. He us a waste of breath!
March 14, 2024
Enchanting, is the word that most comes to mind when describing this book. It’s sweet and sad and poignant and a little frustrating in places (Lizzy is very stubborn at times) and to enthralling that I read it through in one sitting. It’s a delightful read and I highly recommend it.
October 2, 2023
A Wonderful Story
I think this must be the sweetest story I’ve ever read! Darcy and Elizabeth are still true to their characters and not everything is roses. But this story is crafted in such a beautiful manner, I could not help but sigh and smile. Thank you S. Neha! You are a wonderful writer!
I think this must be the sweetest story I’ve ever read! Darcy and Elizabeth are still true to their characters and not everything is roses. But this story is crafted in such a beautiful manner, I could not help but sigh and smile. Thank you S. Neha! You are a wonderful writer!
March 9, 2022
Set after the Hunsford proposal, Fitzwilliam Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet are each on their way to London under very different circumstances. The only thing they have in common is an emotional rollercoaster. Luckily, Darcy stops upon a carriage accident to find Elizabeth injured and surrounded by chaos.
How one reacts in an emergency is a more accurate sign of their capacity and compassion. Elizabeth learns that Darcy is kind, thoughtful, and all the other things she accused him of not being. They work to survive the next few days with her reputation intact while picking up a few mysteries along the way. Eventually, they return to London to deal with the situation, solve the mysteries and admit their feelings.
There is a lot of inner monologue in this book that was tough to get through at times, but I enjoyed it overall.
How one reacts in an emergency is a more accurate sign of their capacity and compassion. Elizabeth learns that Darcy is kind, thoughtful, and all the other things she accused him of not being. They work to survive the next few days with her reputation intact while picking up a few mysteries along the way. Eventually, they return to London to deal with the situation, solve the mysteries and admit their feelings.
There is a lot of inner monologue in this book that was tough to get through at times, but I enjoyed it overall.
October 26, 2021
DNF - I got to about 70% and lost interest. The writing isn’t bad. There are a few instances of modern language and phrasing used. I simply got bored. I didn’t really care for one of the subplots. Nor did I care for Elizabeth arguing with herself.
June 4, 2024
Rating 3,5 Stars (May include Spoilers)
Not my favorite of her but good. And it also took me a bit until I finally like Elizabeth a bit. Whereas for Darcy I loved him from the start. How he cared for Elizabeth and Millie. Wow!!
He did so much for an accident where he wasn't even in. (Elizabeth was in the accident). He kinda took care of everything, okay to be honest it sometimes seemed too much for an outsider in this case.
I get that Authors want it to be like in canon and also do things he didn't need to, but in canon it's another case entirely too. Wickham was involved whereas in this book, there's no Wickham.
(Darcy taking care of everything and nobody else's helping always bothers me though.)
We also meet Mr Gardiner and Mrs Gardiner, he was rude! He is supposed to be a sensible and gentlemanlike man with easy and pleasant manners.
Either the narrator portrayed him too harshly or it was written in this manner. I get that he was worried about his niece Elizabeth and all but no need to be like this towards her savior and his cousins and sister.
Last but not least, Little Millie and Georgiana! Oh, so sweet girls. Loved them!!
You may wonder why I rate 3,5? I reduced 1 star because of the narration, it was well done but sometimes the voices sounded the same but that's only my opinion. Otherwise the book would have been 4 or 4,5 because of ODC's sweet moments, Millie, Georgiana and well written!!
- Mature Content (Violence, Death etc..)
- almost 300 pages
- no angst in my opinion
Have fun reading ;-) I do still recommend the book.
Not my favorite of her but good. And it also took me a bit until I finally like Elizabeth a bit. Whereas for Darcy I loved him from the start. How he cared for Elizabeth and Millie. Wow!!
He did so much for an accident where he wasn't even in. (Elizabeth was in the accident). He kinda took care of everything, okay to be honest it sometimes seemed too much for an outsider in this case.
I get that Authors want it to be like in canon and also do things he didn't need to, but in canon it's another case entirely too. Wickham was involved whereas in this book, there's no Wickham.
(Darcy taking care of everything and nobody else's helping always bothers me though.)
We also meet Mr Gardiner and Mrs Gardiner, he was rude! He is supposed to be a sensible and gentlemanlike man with easy and pleasant manners.
Either the narrator portrayed him too harshly or it was written in this manner. I get that he was worried about his niece Elizabeth and all but no need to be like this towards her savior and his cousins and sister.
Last but not least, Little Millie and Georgiana! Oh, so sweet girls. Loved them!!
You may wonder why I rate 3,5? I reduced 1 star because of the narration, it was well done but sometimes the voices sounded the same but that's only my opinion. Otherwise the book would have been 4 or 4,5 because of ODC's sweet moments, Millie, Georgiana and well written!!
- Mature Content (Violence, Death etc..)
- almost 300 pages
- no angst in my opinion
Have fun reading ;-) I do still recommend the book.
March 10, 2024
Hilarious, emotional, intriguing interesting
I found this story hilarious (in a lot of spots), emotional, interesting and extremely detailed. The most intriguing part of the story is what happens Darcy and Elizabeth and how they grow from it. I really fell in love with Millie (hope to find her in more stories). I love how responsible Darcy is and how he is the control freak. Definitely a must read for anyone.
I found this story hilarious (in a lot of spots), emotional, interesting and extremely detailed. The most intriguing part of the story is what happens Darcy and Elizabeth and how they grow from it. I really fell in love with Millie (hope to find her in more stories). I love how responsible Darcy is and how he is the control freak. Definitely a must read for anyone.
October 31, 2025
I did not in fact finish it because why did everyone get MEANER after they figured out they were in love?! 😭 also I cannot have Fitzwilliam Darcy of Pemberley in Derbyshire referred to as "Alex" AND bad grammar
I can forgive a lot in fanfic but not this
I can forgive a lot in fanfic but not this
November 25, 2021
A Wonderful Variation
This was an interesting twist to my favorite book. I believe the characters were well developed. The new characters fit well in the story. I would love to see a continuation of this story.
This was an interesting twist to my favorite book. I believe the characters were well developed. The new characters fit well in the story. I would love to see a continuation of this story.
February 25, 2022
A disappointed Mr.Darcy flees Rosings Park. Heading to town he comes upon a accident, now what?
There Darcy finds an injured Miss Elizabeth Bennet among the victims. He must get her medical attention to save her life but must also safeguard her reputation. You'll find the lengths he'll go to in order to achieve his goal quite interesting. Enjoy this beautiful glimpse into the heart of Fitzwilliam Darcy.
There Darcy finds an injured Miss Elizabeth Bennet among the victims. He must get her medical attention to save her life but must also safeguard her reputation. You'll find the lengths he'll go to in order to achieve his goal quite interesting. Enjoy this beautiful glimpse into the heart of Fitzwilliam Darcy.
February 14, 2022
Great Story
Loved Darcy and Lizzy, loved how their monologues went on and on! Loved Mrs Webster and Millie. Glad they got through their misunderstanding and found true love! Lady Catherine as usual was terrible. I liked the ending and epilogue as a series of journal entries. Great book!!!
Loved Darcy and Lizzy, loved how their monologues went on and on! Loved Mrs Webster and Millie. Glad they got through their misunderstanding and found true love! Lady Catherine as usual was terrible. I liked the ending and epilogue as a series of journal entries. Great book!!!
May 31, 2024
I loved it!
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. A few days after the Hunsford Proposal, Darcy unexpectedly comes upon Elizabeth Bennet on the road to London. Her carriage has met with an accident! Of course, Darcy comes to the rescue despite the recent, scathing rejection of his hand and heart. Circumstances force them to seek refuge in a nearby farmhouse, posing as man and wife! Why was Elizabeth travelling to London in a strange carriage, days before her visit to the metropolis was scheduled? Why did their hostess at the farmhouse welcome them with a shooting rifle. And with the acrimony and hurt of the proposal still raw, how would our dear couple navigate this chance encounter! This light-hearted story answers all these questions and more! So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. I highly recommend to everyone.
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. A few days after the Hunsford Proposal, Darcy unexpectedly comes upon Elizabeth Bennet on the road to London. Her carriage has met with an accident! Of course, Darcy comes to the rescue despite the recent, scathing rejection of his hand and heart. Circumstances force them to seek refuge in a nearby farmhouse, posing as man and wife! Why was Elizabeth travelling to London in a strange carriage, days before her visit to the metropolis was scheduled? Why did their hostess at the farmhouse welcome them with a shooting rifle. And with the acrimony and hurt of the proposal still raw, how would our dear couple navigate this chance encounter! This light-hearted story answers all these questions and more! So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. I highly recommend to everyone.
February 11, 2022
Great Story!
I really enjoyed this book. The story plot was really just terrific from start to end. Many surprises and that kept my attention..
I really enjoyed this book. The story plot was really just terrific from start to end. Many surprises and that kept my attention..
October 6, 2025
Again a very very swoon worthy Darcy or should i say 'Alex'. I am in awe of Neha's writing. the story happens like in 10 days after Hunsford proposal and without Darcy handing out the letter. So there was a big potential where Elizabeth's change of feelings in such short time would come across as fickle or 'for the sake of story' type thing. But hats off to Neha where she puts the situations and Elizabeth's thoughts for everything in such a way that you nod along saying yes that's possible, it can happen and i think that's the biggest plus point for the book
So the books starts off with Darcy in strange inn where he has removed after leaving Rosings. he tries to Hand over the letter to E but couldnt as she never comes for her walk. when he reaches Rosings he hears something which shatters his faith in family. He is disgusted, heartsore, heartbroken and what not. when he leaves the inn and lets his carriage with his valet go ahead to ride his horse we know that its meant to be. He comes across a carriage accident involving E and a small girl. From there starts the journey of E's perspective transformation and D's hopes to build
We get so many scenes with ODC and the assemble cast is very helpful with the story
The most funny part is E's family's reaction to the whole story and its outcome.
As Anne De Bourg says 'Appearances can be deceptive'. The same is applied here. from the blurb you might feel its a very rushed story but never judge a book by its cover. Amazing Book.!!!!!!!
p.s. Neha i feel has soft spot for Lydia. though in both her books she is there only on periphery and in couple of scenes but you remember her none the less
So the books starts off with Darcy in strange inn where he has removed after leaving Rosings. he tries to Hand over the letter to E but couldnt as she never comes for her walk. when he reaches Rosings he hears something which shatters his faith in family. He is disgusted, heartsore, heartbroken and what not. when he leaves the inn and lets his carriage with his valet go ahead to ride his horse we know that its meant to be. He comes across a carriage accident involving E and a small girl. From there starts the journey of E's perspective transformation and D's hopes to build
We get so many scenes with ODC and the assemble cast is very helpful with the story
The most funny part is E's family's reaction to the whole story and its outcome.
As Anne De Bourg says 'Appearances can be deceptive'. The same is applied here. from the blurb you might feel its a very rushed story but never judge a book by its cover. Amazing Book.!!!!!!!
p.s. Neha i feel has soft spot for Lydia. though in both her books she is there only on periphery and in couple of scenes but you remember her none the less
February 1, 2022
Great story
I started reading this story months ago but never completed it until today. It's sad in parts but interesting especially with a small child as a major character. It's great to see Darcy's paternal side come out when he comforts a small child who has lost her entire family except for a father who refuses to recognize her and wanted to send her to an orphanage instead of providing for her. It's shocking that he doesn't care about a sweet 3 year old but instead is overly worried his father and his fiance will find out.
Darcy and Elizabeth are put into several compromising situations through no fault of either... A carriage accident and no transportation for a few days lead them to stay at a farmhouse where they had to pose as married. It's frustrating when the morality of the day is so unbending.
I started reading this story months ago but never completed it until today. It's sad in parts but interesting especially with a small child as a major character. It's great to see Darcy's paternal side come out when he comforts a small child who has lost her entire family except for a father who refuses to recognize her and wanted to send her to an orphanage instead of providing for her. It's shocking that he doesn't care about a sweet 3 year old but instead is overly worried his father and his fiance will find out.
Darcy and Elizabeth are put into several compromising situations through no fault of either... A carriage accident and no transportation for a few days lead them to stay at a farmhouse where they had to pose as married. It's frustrating when the morality of the day is so unbending.
October 27, 2021
WONDERFUL STORY
A Chance Encounter, a chance for a very enjoyable read: this book had romance, mystery and, happily, low angst.
Here was a very tender Mr. Darcy (his interaction with Millie beautiful) and Lizzy was a reasonable human being who was able to assess the truth easily when it was before her. No ridiculous stubbornness with regard to this lady.
In short, S. Neha's book is one I would highly recommend and will definitely reread - often!
A Chance Encounter, a chance for a very enjoyable read: this book had romance, mystery and, happily, low angst.
Here was a very tender Mr. Darcy (his interaction with Millie beautiful) and Lizzy was a reasonable human being who was able to assess the truth easily when it was before her. No ridiculous stubbornness with regard to this lady.
In short, S. Neha's book is one I would highly recommend and will definitely reread - often!
October 11, 2021
wonderful
An absolutely wonderful and very enjoyable variation inspired by author Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice by S. Neha.
An absolutely wonderful and very enjoyable variation inspired by author Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice by S. Neha.
June 17, 2022
Entertaining
After the disastrous proposal at Hunsford parsonage, Darcy and Colonel Fitzwilliam immediately leave Rosings without informing their aunt or cousin. Lady Catherine is enraged by this, and blames it, unfairly, on Elizabeth, accusing her of trying to trap Darcy into marriage. Lady Catherine then demands that Mr Collins throw her out of his home, but Anne DeBourgh and Charlotte intervene, and arrange transportation for Elizabeth with a woman and her young granddaughter who are going to London. Their carriage has an accident on the way, in which the grandmother is killed, and Darcy is the one who comes upon the scene of the accident, and arranges the rescue. Elizabeth has a bad head injury, but she's aware enough to feel the awkwardness of meeting Darcy after she refused his marriage proposal so harshly.
This is a wonderful Darcy, a swoon worthy Darcy, and the romance is lovely. Darcy's rescue of everyone who survived the accident, and his subsequent care of them all, showcases for Elizabeth what a good and kind man he really is, much to her surprise and chagrin. I love Darcy in this story, but not so much Elizabeth. In this version, she seems very dense and stupid, first about Darcy's merits, and then about his feelings for her. This is one of those stories where it seems as if she's being deliberately obtuse.
The premise of the story is a good one, but many of the situations and circumstances are extremely far fetched and lame. I enjoyed the dialogue and clever banter, but a fair portion of it is done in language that would never have been used in this era. There were a lot of modern day usages, idioms, contractions, and exclamations.
However, the romance saves the day, and it was an engaging story. The book is well written, but it could use editing, particularly for sentence structure and punctuation. I recommend it for a light and pleasant story.
After the disastrous proposal at Hunsford parsonage, Darcy and Colonel Fitzwilliam immediately leave Rosings without informing their aunt or cousin. Lady Catherine is enraged by this, and blames it, unfairly, on Elizabeth, accusing her of trying to trap Darcy into marriage. Lady Catherine then demands that Mr Collins throw her out of his home, but Anne DeBourgh and Charlotte intervene, and arrange transportation for Elizabeth with a woman and her young granddaughter who are going to London. Their carriage has an accident on the way, in which the grandmother is killed, and Darcy is the one who comes upon the scene of the accident, and arranges the rescue. Elizabeth has a bad head injury, but she's aware enough to feel the awkwardness of meeting Darcy after she refused his marriage proposal so harshly.
This is a wonderful Darcy, a swoon worthy Darcy, and the romance is lovely. Darcy's rescue of everyone who survived the accident, and his subsequent care of them all, showcases for Elizabeth what a good and kind man he really is, much to her surprise and chagrin. I love Darcy in this story, but not so much Elizabeth. In this version, she seems very dense and stupid, first about Darcy's merits, and then about his feelings for her. This is one of those stories where it seems as if she's being deliberately obtuse.
The premise of the story is a good one, but many of the situations and circumstances are extremely far fetched and lame. I enjoyed the dialogue and clever banter, but a fair portion of it is done in language that would never have been used in this era. There were a lot of modern day usages, idioms, contractions, and exclamations.
However, the romance saves the day, and it was an engaging story. The book is well written, but it could use editing, particularly for sentence structure and punctuation. I recommend it for a light and pleasant story.
March 8, 2024
This review is for A Chance Encounter (ACE) audiobook and talks about only the narration aspect.
To be honest I always believed that for a satisfying book reading experience you need a hard copy of the book in hand ( if slightly older copy with that special fragrance that old pages emit, the better) but then came Kindle/KU and I underwent a change of mindset. I have lost count of books I have since read on KU
Then mindset change 2.0 came with audiobooks.
Frankly for the first reading of a book I still prefer to read - at my own pace and with my own interpretations, but I have been lucky enough to listen to books by some wonderfully talented narrators and have been utterly amazed by the extent of enjoyment a good narrator can add to a story.
This makes me come to the audiobook of ACE. In my view Arthur has done an exceptional job of bringing about little Millie's innoncence, Elizabeth's confusion and Darcy's heroism.
It's my story so obviously I love it 😊 but the nuance and the interpretation Arthur has added to the story almost made it a completely new one for me, and increased my enjoyment of the story just a tiny bit more. His voice is quite velvety and I loved all his characterization, but specially that of Darcy.
To be honest I always believed that for a satisfying book reading experience you need a hard copy of the book in hand ( if slightly older copy with that special fragrance that old pages emit, the better) but then came Kindle/KU and I underwent a change of mindset. I have lost count of books I have since read on KU
Then mindset change 2.0 came with audiobooks.
Frankly for the first reading of a book I still prefer to read - at my own pace and with my own interpretations, but I have been lucky enough to listen to books by some wonderfully talented narrators and have been utterly amazed by the extent of enjoyment a good narrator can add to a story.
This makes me come to the audiobook of ACE. In my view Arthur has done an exceptional job of bringing about little Millie's innoncence, Elizabeth's confusion and Darcy's heroism.
It's my story so obviously I love it 😊 but the nuance and the interpretation Arthur has added to the story almost made it a completely new one for me, and increased my enjoyment of the story just a tiny bit more. His voice is quite velvety and I loved all his characterization, but specially that of Darcy.
March 11, 2024
Delightful
This is one of the best P&P variations I have read in a great while. I have both ebook and audible formats. Essentially, this is a forced marriage scenario wannabe. Elizabeth is cast out of Hunsford by Lady C, is aided by Anne dB and Charlotte C. She meets the endearing 3 year old Millie and her grandmother. There is a carriage accident from which the grandmother does not survive. Guess who is first on the scene? Yes, "Dawcy" to the rescue.
This was a fun book to read, thankfully short on angst. Let me also note that the narration by Mr Arthur Rowan was superb.
This is one of the best P&P variations I have read in a great while. I have both ebook and audible formats. Essentially, this is a forced marriage scenario wannabe. Elizabeth is cast out of Hunsford by Lady C, is aided by Anne dB and Charlotte C. She meets the endearing 3 year old Millie and her grandmother. There is a carriage accident from which the grandmother does not survive. Guess who is first on the scene? Yes, "Dawcy" to the rescue.
This was a fun book to read, thankfully short on angst. Let me also note that the narration by Mr Arthur Rowan was superb.
March 9, 2024
Touching story
This a a sweet and touching story. For those who prefer audiobooks I recommend it as well. Arthur Rowan brought this story to even more life. The little girl in this story will capture your heart as she easily caught everyone else’s. Lots of Darcy and Elizabeth on page time together for them to work through their pride, prejudice, quick temper and judgments. Loved the last chapter of Darcy’s journal. Enjoy the story!
This a a sweet and touching story. For those who prefer audiobooks I recommend it as well. Arthur Rowan brought this story to even more life. The little girl in this story will capture your heart as she easily caught everyone else’s. Lots of Darcy and Elizabeth on page time together for them to work through their pride, prejudice, quick temper and judgments. Loved the last chapter of Darcy’s journal. Enjoy the story!
March 17, 2024
The Plot was five stars, Mr Darcy was five stars, the humour, the description and everything else was 5 stars.
But Elizabeth?
3 stars at a push.
This is possibly the most irritating version of Lizzy ever with her constant insistence on jumping to the wrong and negative conclusions of Mr Darcy's actions. I understand that previous perceptions of his actions coloured her reactions but even when he hasn't given her any cause to, she assumes the worst of him.
I genuinely found it difficult to understand why Darcy was in love with this version of Lizzy.
But it was a lovely JAFF and I really did enjoy it.
But Elizabeth?
3 stars at a push.
This is possibly the most irritating version of Lizzy ever with her constant insistence on jumping to the wrong and negative conclusions of Mr Darcy's actions. I understand that previous perceptions of his actions coloured her reactions but even when he hasn't given her any cause to, she assumes the worst of him.
I genuinely found it difficult to understand why Darcy was in love with this version of Lizzy.
But it was a lovely JAFF and I really did enjoy it.
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December 5, 2021DNF @ 40%. Darcy is much too OOC and there is too much use of modern language. It pulled me out of the story too often.
There were two instances nearly back to back where Darcy is curious about someone and Elizabeth just so happens to know all the particulars of said person’s family and history. It was off. Again, I was pulled out of the story.
There were two instances nearly back to back where Darcy is curious about someone and Elizabeth just so happens to know all the particulars of said person’s family and history. It was off. Again, I was pulled out of the story.
January 16, 2024
It was a sweet read and I appreciate the authors ability to keep the characters true to themselves. But I honestly got bored midway through and it was tortures to finish the last few chapters because I lost interest about 80% of the way through.
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