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Like Father, Like Son: A Pride and Prejudice Novella
‘Like Father, Like Son’ is a ‘Pride and Prejudice’ novella variation which presents the reader with a peculiar and unexpected connection between two beloved characters who barely speak to each other in canon.
Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy, an intelligent, excessively arrogant, and proud gentleman, the master of one of the greatest estates in Derbyshire, is visiting his amiable friend, Mr Charles Bingley, at his newly acquired property of Netherfield.
While Mr Bingley’s affable nature and lively manners ensure he becomes everyone’s favourite and gains the admiration of Miss Jane Bennet, Mr Darcy’s haughtiness and impolite remark about Miss Elizabeth Bennet draws the whole community’s disapproval.
Mr Thomas Bennet, a gentleman whose main enjoyments in life are his books and making sport of his neighbours, is rarely interested in making a new acquaintance, even one who has disrespected his favourite daughter. However, some recollections from his youth and the happy times he spent as a student at Cambridge arouse Mr Bennet’s curiosity in regard to the rather surprising Mr Darcy, but he decides to keep his secret to himself.
Then one cold, rainy November day, as Mr Bennet and Elizabeth are returning home from a dull gathering, they find Mr. Darcy wounded and unconscious, his health and even his life in danger. While Elizabeth runs to fetch help, Mr Bennet remains to watch over Darcy, who recovers enough to realise his situation and even to carry on a conversation with his saviour.
The past connection between the two so utterly different gentlemen is slowly revealed, setting the stage for new developments in this beloved story of pride and prejudice, spiced with unexpected twists.
Mr Darcy’s admiration for Elizabeth, Mr Bingley’s affection for Jane, Mr Collins’s pompous silliness, Mr Wickham’s deceptive character, and many others are all here, but in an original mix, building a low angst, amusing, witty, and romantic variation to keep readers entertained, contented, and diverted.
‘Like Father, Like Son’ is the second ‘Pride and Prejudice’ variation by Lyr Newton, the author of ‘Mr Darcy’s Household’ — a bestselling story and a readers’ favourite.
Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy, an intelligent, excessively arrogant, and proud gentleman, the master of one of the greatest estates in Derbyshire, is visiting his amiable friend, Mr Charles Bingley, at his newly acquired property of Netherfield.
While Mr Bingley’s affable nature and lively manners ensure he becomes everyone’s favourite and gains the admiration of Miss Jane Bennet, Mr Darcy’s haughtiness and impolite remark about Miss Elizabeth Bennet draws the whole community’s disapproval.
Mr Thomas Bennet, a gentleman whose main enjoyments in life are his books and making sport of his neighbours, is rarely interested in making a new acquaintance, even one who has disrespected his favourite daughter. However, some recollections from his youth and the happy times he spent as a student at Cambridge arouse Mr Bennet’s curiosity in regard to the rather surprising Mr Darcy, but he decides to keep his secret to himself.
Then one cold, rainy November day, as Mr Bennet and Elizabeth are returning home from a dull gathering, they find Mr. Darcy wounded and unconscious, his health and even his life in danger. While Elizabeth runs to fetch help, Mr Bennet remains to watch over Darcy, who recovers enough to realise his situation and even to carry on a conversation with his saviour.
The past connection between the two so utterly different gentlemen is slowly revealed, setting the stage for new developments in this beloved story of pride and prejudice, spiced with unexpected twists.
Mr Darcy’s admiration for Elizabeth, Mr Bingley’s affection for Jane, Mr Collins’s pompous silliness, Mr Wickham’s deceptive character, and many others are all here, but in an original mix, building a low angst, amusing, witty, and romantic variation to keep readers entertained, contented, and diverted.
‘Like Father, Like Son’ is the second ‘Pride and Prejudice’ variation by Lyr Newton, the author of ‘Mr Darcy’s Household’ — a bestselling story and a readers’ favourite.
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First published March 31, 2022
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June 27, 2022
Very Good Novella
When Elizabeth and Mr. Bennet come upon an unconscious Darcy, she runs for help and Bennet stays to assist. Mr. Bennet reveals to Darcy he was friends with his father at Cambridge. Thus begins a new friendship between the two, as Darcy will be confined for weeks at Netherfield.
I loved the individual no nonsense-conversations during encounters with Lady Catherine, Lieutenant Denny, and Wickham. I appreciated Mr. Bennet’s sardonic wit and his close relationship with both Elizabeth and Darcy.
A well written, clean and sweet novella, with just a touch of angst to keep it all flowing. Happy to recommend this book.
When Elizabeth and Mr. Bennet come upon an unconscious Darcy, she runs for help and Bennet stays to assist. Mr. Bennet reveals to Darcy he was friends with his father at Cambridge. Thus begins a new friendship between the two, as Darcy will be confined for weeks at Netherfield.
I loved the individual no nonsense-conversations during encounters with Lady Catherine, Lieutenant Denny, and Wickham. I appreciated Mr. Bennet’s sardonic wit and his close relationship with both Elizabeth and Darcy.
A well written, clean and sweet novella, with just a touch of angst to keep it all flowing. Happy to recommend this book.
April 6, 2023
Lovely
I have enjoyed reading this story. I liked how the usual conflicts are resolved without so much misunderstanding and strife. Highly recommended!
I have enjoyed reading this story. I liked how the usual conflicts are resolved without so much misunderstanding and strife. Highly recommended!
July 9, 2022
Mr Bennet and Elizabeth discover an unconscious Fitzwilliam Darcy while walking home from the party at Lucas Lodge. While waiting for help, the two gentleman discuss that they both went to Cambridge and that Mr Bennet knew George Darcy. This common ground creates a relationship between the two men with lots of conversations while Darcy recovers. This share information has a significant impact on Elizabeth’s understanding of Wickham and her thoughts about Darcy. They somehow find their happily ever after once all the misconceptions are cleared.
December 24, 2022
“What is the son but an extension of the father?” –Frank Herbert, Dune
>>SPOILER ALERT: This review may contain *** SPOILERS ***
>>Rating: mild language but clean of sexual content
>>Angst Level: slight
>>Source: Borrowed KU [8-18-22] with no expectations of a review. The views and opinions expressed are my own. 14 chapters + a short epilogue.
>>Trope: Injury
“Sons aspire to either become their father or vie to be his exact opposite.” –Kilroy J. Oldster, Dead Toad Scrolls
Mr. Bennet and his daughter Elizabeth were walking home from Lucas Lodge when they found an injured Mr. Darcy. Bennet sent Elizabeth for help and stayed with the young man. We soon learned that Bennet had attended Cambridge with George Darcy and they had been good friends. This realization changed the trajectory of our story. I loved the developing relationship between Mr. Bennet and Mr. Darcy. In that way, Mr. Bennet was able to put his stubborn daughter on a different trajectory of her own. Oh, what fun.
“A father’s love is like your shadow, though he is dead or alive, he will live with your shadow” ==P.S. Jagadeesh Kumar
We had the usual characters. Georgiana came to Netherfield to be with her brother not realizing that George Wickham was in the area. The SBRB was his usual self. He tried to smooth-talk the naïve girl into believing his intentions were honorable. Yeah, right. Elizabeth soon put him straight.
>>SPOILER ALERT: This review may contain *** SPOILERS ***
>>Rating: mild language but clean of sexual content
>>Angst Level: slight
>>Source: Borrowed KU [8-18-22] with no expectations of a review. The views and opinions expressed are my own. 14 chapters + a short epilogue.
>>Trope: Injury
“Sons aspire to either become their father or vie to be his exact opposite.” –Kilroy J. Oldster, Dead Toad Scrolls
Mr. Bennet and his daughter Elizabeth were walking home from Lucas Lodge when they found an injured Mr. Darcy. Bennet sent Elizabeth for help and stayed with the young man. We soon learned that Bennet had attended Cambridge with George Darcy and they had been good friends. This realization changed the trajectory of our story. I loved the developing relationship between Mr. Bennet and Mr. Darcy. In that way, Mr. Bennet was able to put his stubborn daughter on a different trajectory of her own. Oh, what fun.
“A father’s love is like your shadow, though he is dead or alive, he will live with your shadow” ==P.S. Jagadeesh Kumar
We had the usual characters. Georgiana came to Netherfield to be with her brother not realizing that George Wickham was in the area. The SBRB was his usual self. He tried to smooth-talk the naïve girl into believing his intentions were honorable. Yeah, right. Elizabeth soon put him straight.
April 29, 2023
I love rescue stories. I love intelligent Mr. Bennet and I live stories where Elizabeth's relationship with her father is significant. This story has all and as a bonus, a vulnerable and humble Darcy. My only complaint is that the author cheated us out of much of a romantic interaction and a proposal. Very unfair!
June 29, 2022
“A lady's imagination is very rapid; it jumps from admiration to love, from love to matrimony in a moment.” And that’s out the book was. We’re post Jane’s stay at Netherfield / pre Netherfield Ball. ODC are in a room actually speaking together twice before E starts with all the feels. Then we are told that they speak but see no actual conversation. I think E has longer conversations with Wicky and Denny than with Darcy.
We’ve got a whole lot of telling and no showing. No romance moments. This is a good attempt but I need more feels.
June 27, 2022
This story starts a little before the Netherfield ball. Elizabeth and Mr. Bennet find Darcy injured in the woods and help him out. Mr. Bennet has known Darcy's father in Cambridge, so they have things to talk about and find out they share a sense of humor and a liking for Lizzy. Elizabeth is still convinced that Darcy is abominable but Mr. Bennet gives her food for thought regarding Wickham's credibility and she learns to know Miss Darcy. Lady Catherine crops up and has a confrontation with both Elizabeth and Mr. Bennet. Darcy is still indisposed during the Netherfield ball but Wickham is lurking around the house. Bingley has more backbone than in canon and stands against his sisters, possibly because Darcy is not in a position to object to the Bennets, having had his life saved by them.
The Darcy-Elizabeth romance ended a little abruptly. They haven't seen each other for a while and things are still very much unsettled between them when a significant conversation gets interrupted and they promise to continue it on a future date. I was expecting the romantic climax but we never see that, it just fast forwards into an epilogue in which they are already married and condense their entire courtship into a few lines of dialogue reminiscing about it. That was a bit of a wait-what moment.
Otherwise the book flows pleasantly and is well edited and an enjoyable read. I particularly liked Mr. Bennet's conversations. He is still sarcastic and finds most people foolish but this time he has some more insight into his daughters and the men around them.
The Darcy-Elizabeth romance ended a little abruptly. They haven't seen each other for a while and things are still very much unsettled between them when a significant conversation gets interrupted and they promise to continue it on a future date. I was expecting the romantic climax but we never see that, it just fast forwards into an epilogue in which they are already married and condense their entire courtship into a few lines of dialogue reminiscing about it. That was a bit of a wait-what moment.
Otherwise the book flows pleasantly and is well edited and an enjoyable read. I particularly liked Mr. Bennet's conversations. He is still sarcastic and finds most people foolish but this time he has some more insight into his daughters and the men around them.
June 29, 2022
Missing the most important part
Several days before the Netherfield ball, Elizabeth and Mr Bennett discover Darcy severely injured in the woods, having fallen from his horse. While Elizabeth goes for help, Mr Bennett stays with Darcy, and they have an enlightening conversation. Darcy learns that Mr Bennett went to Cambridge with his own father, and that they were friends. It's the start of an unlikely friendship between the two men, and it causes Elizabeth to learn some things about Darcy and Wickham that prove how wrong she was about them both.
This is an interesting premise, and I liked where the story was headed. However, the goal of the story, namely the development of the romance of Elizabeth and Darcy, was never achieved. Throughout the book, Darcy is bed bound, recovering from severe injuries. Therefore, his actions and encounters are extremely limited. Elizabeth starts the story with an almost rabid hatred of Darcy, and although she learns that she was wrong about certain things, she doesn't have much opportunity to get to know Darcy any better. The only way either of them starts to change their opinions is through second hand information: Darcy speaks with Mr Bennett; Elizabeth speaks with either her father or with Georgiana. Actual direct interaction between Elizabeth and Darcy is scarce.
Then, to make matters worse, the author end the story before a resolution is reached, and jumps to the epilogue, robbing us of what should be the most romantic and satisfying moment of the story. What the heck!!!??? It's completely frustrating and just wrong. This ruined the story for me.
The book is written well enough, but I can't really recommend it.
Several days before the Netherfield ball, Elizabeth and Mr Bennett discover Darcy severely injured in the woods, having fallen from his horse. While Elizabeth goes for help, Mr Bennett stays with Darcy, and they have an enlightening conversation. Darcy learns that Mr Bennett went to Cambridge with his own father, and that they were friends. It's the start of an unlikely friendship between the two men, and it causes Elizabeth to learn some things about Darcy and Wickham that prove how wrong she was about them both.
This is an interesting premise, and I liked where the story was headed. However, the goal of the story, namely the development of the romance of Elizabeth and Darcy, was never achieved. Throughout the book, Darcy is bed bound, recovering from severe injuries. Therefore, his actions and encounters are extremely limited. Elizabeth starts the story with an almost rabid hatred of Darcy, and although she learns that she was wrong about certain things, she doesn't have much opportunity to get to know Darcy any better. The only way either of them starts to change their opinions is through second hand information: Darcy speaks with Mr Bennett; Elizabeth speaks with either her father or with Georgiana. Actual direct interaction between Elizabeth and Darcy is scarce.
Then, to make matters worse, the author end the story before a resolution is reached, and jumps to the epilogue, robbing us of what should be the most romantic and satisfying moment of the story. What the heck!!!??? It's completely frustrating and just wrong. This ruined the story for me.
The book is written well enough, but I can't really recommend it.
April 25, 2023
A Pride and Prejudice variation that's a bit different. The timeline is shortly after Mr. Collins's arrival and Lizzy getting to know Wickham a little, but several days before the Netherfield Ball. The author may have stretched out that time period a bit in order to make the story work, which is fine, and works well for me as a reader.
Lizzy and Mr. Bennet walk home early from a party at Lucas Lodge, in a wild storm. Mr. Bennet is not happy that he let Lizzy talk him into walking, while the weather just keeps getting worse.
The banter between Lizzy and her father provides entertaining reading, but grows more serious when they find Mr. Darcy, thrown from his horse when thunder spooked it. He's badly injured, but they are able to help him. Several things happen in that first chapter that cause this story to take interesting turns away from the original. Lizzy rushes back to Lucas Lodge for help, and Mr. Bennet has a chance to talk to Mr. Darcy alone, an opportunity that hasn't arisen before now. Bennet verifies that Darcy is indeed the son of his old friend from his Cambridge days. He also learns that although Lizzy dislikes Darcy, the feeling is not mutual. Once help arrives and they all go their separate ways, Mr. Bennet questions Lizzy's reasons for her dislike of Darcy and her admiration for Mr. Wickham, which gets her to thinking.
This is a short novel that goes quickly, and it's one I enjoyed quite a lot.
Lizzy and Mr. Bennet walk home early from a party at Lucas Lodge, in a wild storm. Mr. Bennet is not happy that he let Lizzy talk him into walking, while the weather just keeps getting worse.
The banter between Lizzy and her father provides entertaining reading, but grows more serious when they find Mr. Darcy, thrown from his horse when thunder spooked it. He's badly injured, but they are able to help him. Several things happen in that first chapter that cause this story to take interesting turns away from the original. Lizzy rushes back to Lucas Lodge for help, and Mr. Bennet has a chance to talk to Mr. Darcy alone, an opportunity that hasn't arisen before now. Bennet verifies that Darcy is indeed the son of his old friend from his Cambridge days. He also learns that although Lizzy dislikes Darcy, the feeling is not mutual. Once help arrives and they all go their separate ways, Mr. Bennet questions Lizzy's reasons for her dislike of Darcy and her admiration for Mr. Wickham, which gets her to thinking.
This is a short novel that goes quickly, and it's one I enjoyed quite a lot.
June 28, 2022
The original characters are all present and accounted for, which usually adds a plus. Still, they have received fresh motivations and new touches to their personalities, making the story more than just a rehash of the standard classic.
Mr Bennet decides to behave like a perfect gentleman and helps Lizzy smooth her prejudices and see the actual gem that hides behind a seemingly grumpy and silent Mr Darcy.
This pleasant reading is perfect for all Jane Austen fans who want to explore new territory and premises.
Mr Bennet decides to behave like a perfect gentleman and helps Lizzy smooth her prejudices and see the actual gem that hides behind a seemingly grumpy and silent Mr Darcy.
This pleasant reading is perfect for all Jane Austen fans who want to explore new territory and premises.
August 11, 2022
Slightly different
Mr Bennet and Elizabeth come across the wounded Darcy and assist him back to Netherfield. In discussions its discovered that Mr Bennet was at Cambridge with the older Mr Darcy and they were close friends. During the recuperation Mr Bennet and Darcy develop a friendship and spent hours talking about everything, including the fact that Elizabeth doesn't like him!
The story continues with the basic elements rearranged slightly.. No elopement, no visit to Hunsford and most importantly Charles doesn't leave for London!
I enjoyed reading this and it was interesting to have more of Mr Bennet than him hiding in his study!
Mr Bennet and Elizabeth come across the wounded Darcy and assist him back to Netherfield. In discussions its discovered that Mr Bennet was at Cambridge with the older Mr Darcy and they were close friends. During the recuperation Mr Bennet and Darcy develop a friendship and spent hours talking about everything, including the fact that Elizabeth doesn't like him!
The story continues with the basic elements rearranged slightly.. No elopement, no visit to Hunsford and most importantly Charles doesn't leave for London!
I enjoyed reading this and it was interesting to have more of Mr Bennet than him hiding in his study!
July 21, 2022
It…it skipped over the best part. IT SKIPPED OVER THE BEST PART!!!! Do you understand? Like yeah sure it was fine & I appreciated the epilogue, but the part where they express their undying love for one another? Not even a flashback!! For shame!!
August 16, 2022
3.5 stars rounded up to 4 stars
The author's story description is very complete. However as one other review stated the author skipped over the best part, that in which Elizabeth and Darcy finally say, "I love you" to each other.
We do know going in from the description that Darcy has an accident and Mr. Bennet stays with him while Elizabeth runs for help. The fact that these two saved his life makes for Mr. Bennet visiting Darcy frequently at Netherfield as he heals. Elizabeth also stops in...his bedroom...to visit. Darcy is attended by his London doctor as well as other so they are not alone.
Elizabeth becomes close friends with Georgiana and soon learns the story about Wickham and her mistaken first impression of him. Then when Lady Catherine shows up (Collins having written her.) it is in conversation with Elizabeth that Lady C. is told that her nephew is "the last man in the world she would marry." So Darcy learns of her words when his aunt also confronts him about marrying his cousin, Anne.
This is a novella but as it moved slowly and it was hard to keep my interest it dragged out for me. I did find Mr. Bennet's and Darcy's friendship an interesting twist...Bennet having been at Cambridge with and a friend of the elder Mr. Darcy.
The author's story description is very complete. However as one other review stated the author skipped over the best part, that in which Elizabeth and Darcy finally say, "I love you" to each other.
We do know going in from the description that Darcy has an accident and Mr. Bennet stays with him while Elizabeth runs for help. The fact that these two saved his life makes for Mr. Bennet visiting Darcy frequently at Netherfield as he heals. Elizabeth also stops in...his bedroom...to visit. Darcy is attended by his London doctor as well as other so they are not alone.
Elizabeth becomes close friends with Georgiana and soon learns the story about Wickham and her mistaken first impression of him. Then when Lady Catherine shows up (Collins having written her.) it is in conversation with Elizabeth that Lady C. is told that her nephew is "the last man in the world she would marry." So Darcy learns of her words when his aunt also confronts him about marrying his cousin, Anne.
This is a novella but as it moved slowly and it was hard to keep my interest it dragged out for me. I did find Mr. Bennet's and Darcy's friendship an interesting twist...Bennet having been at Cambridge with and a friend of the elder Mr. Darcy.
July 23, 2022
Struggled to finish this as it’s so slow moving and all the action between ODC takes place without any interaction between them. E starts off hating D and ends up falling in love without actually talking to him more than 2/3 times. And worst of all, we get to the end and the author just completely skips the conversation about feelings/the proposal and jumps to ‘we got married and Mr B is super happy to be at Mr Darcy Snr’s estate’.
Mr B’s almost weird attachment to Mr D senior didn’t really make a difference in the story either - he could simply have struck up a friendship with D post accident and the entire plot would have continued the same.
I also found the blunt exchanges off putting, anachronistic, and out of character. E sitting in the middle of Netherfield drawing room cheerfully telling Georgiana, Bingley, and various guests that she hates Darcy doesn’t make sense.
Was a 2 throughout, waiting for the romance, but the non-ending immediately knocked off a star. Wouldn’t read this author again.
Mr B’s almost weird attachment to Mr D senior didn’t really make a difference in the story either - he could simply have struck up a friendship with D post accident and the entire plot would have continued the same.
I also found the blunt exchanges off putting, anachronistic, and out of character. E sitting in the middle of Netherfield drawing room cheerfully telling Georgiana, Bingley, and various guests that she hates Darcy doesn’t make sense.
Was a 2 throughout, waiting for the romance, but the non-ending immediately knocked off a star. Wouldn’t read this author again.
July 9, 2022
so slow moving I couldn’t finish it.
I enjoyed the writing but the plot is weak such that I gave up 1/3 through it. What I mean is the stakes weren’t raised and it’s like a easy stroll to the finish line. It’s an interesting premise that Mr. Bennet was friends at Cambridge with Mr. Darcy, Sr. But I think it would have served better as the igniting towards a fresh plot direction. When you’re 25-35% through the plot and you already know how it’ll end because Mr. Darcy has already decided he’s madly in love with Elizabeth and she’s so important to both him and her father. It’s like Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth, and mr. Bennet are practically perfect in every way. Anyways can’t finish as it’s too boring.
I enjoyed the writing but the plot is weak such that I gave up 1/3 through it. What I mean is the stakes weren’t raised and it’s like a easy stroll to the finish line. It’s an interesting premise that Mr. Bennet was friends at Cambridge with Mr. Darcy, Sr. But I think it would have served better as the igniting towards a fresh plot direction. When you’re 25-35% through the plot and you already know how it’ll end because Mr. Darcy has already decided he’s madly in love with Elizabeth and she’s so important to both him and her father. It’s like Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth, and mr. Bennet are practically perfect in every way. Anyways can’t finish as it’s too boring.
June 28, 2022
Light novella, well written and easy to read. A lot of dialogues, a very good role for Mr Bennet, a bit of angst and a lot of characters - as all the "action" takes place at Netherfield whrte Darcy is confined (and Georgiana and Col Fitzwilliam as well as Lady Catherine make an appearance) - all pretty well compacted in a 3h read!
I sustracted a star because the relationship between Darcy and Elizabeth while based on friendship lacks the romance...
Also I was a bit taken aback by the abrupt ending and the epilogue explains a bit but not everything.... But I didn't sustract a star because of it as it might be just me wanting more of ODC.
I sustracted a star because the relationship between Darcy and Elizabeth while based on friendship lacks the romance...
Also I was a bit taken aback by the abrupt ending and the epilogue explains a bit but not everything.... But I didn't sustract a star because of it as it might be just me wanting more of ODC.
June 29, 2022
Avid Reader
A different type of novella, where Mr. Bennet and George Darcy attended Cambridge together as friends. There have been other books where they were friends of acquaintances and still living, but in this one, Darcy Sr is deceased. William Darcy has total change of attitude after he is discovered injured and finds out the connection. When Lady Catherine descends on Netherfield and upsets and upsets Elizabeth and her father, Darcy becomes rude in a shocking manner that leaves her angry and speechless. Georgina comes with Miss Annsley to take care of her brother, Wickham gets a comeuppance from Elizabeth and Mr. Bennet. He leaves when he learns the Colonel is coming. Darcy and Elizabeth struggle to a happy conclusion, but they get there!
A different type of novella, where Mr. Bennet and George Darcy attended Cambridge together as friends. There have been other books where they were friends of acquaintances and still living, but in this one, Darcy Sr is deceased. William Darcy has total change of attitude after he is discovered injured and finds out the connection. When Lady Catherine descends on Netherfield and upsets and upsets Elizabeth and her father, Darcy becomes rude in a shocking manner that leaves her angry and speechless. Georgina comes with Miss Annsley to take care of her brother, Wickham gets a comeuppance from Elizabeth and Mr. Bennet. He leaves when he learns the Colonel is coming. Darcy and Elizabeth struggle to a happy conclusion, but they get there!
May 13, 2023
A good effort
This variation shows the author has a knack for focusing on characterization and how little tweaks here and there can truly make a difference to a story.
In this one, an accident, an unlikely friendship and a bed-bound gentleman alter many of the events of P&P Canon, although the ending remains as it always is: a happy ending for FD and EB.
The pacing is good and kept this reader engaged.
The turn off is the lack of a solid, sound foundation of the love affair between Darcy and Elizabeth. This reader felt that was not established enough to justify the Epilogue. Its like jumping from B to D without much focus on the C. That was the major let down.
This variation shows the author has a knack for focusing on characterization and how little tweaks here and there can truly make a difference to a story.
In this one, an accident, an unlikely friendship and a bed-bound gentleman alter many of the events of P&P Canon, although the ending remains as it always is: a happy ending for FD and EB.
The pacing is good and kept this reader engaged.
The turn off is the lack of a solid, sound foundation of the love affair between Darcy and Elizabeth. This reader felt that was not established enough to justify the Epilogue. Its like jumping from B to D without much focus on the C. That was the major let down.
August 11, 2022
A good piece of JAFF, but the ending felt rushed. Just as they were resolving their issues, there's a jump to the epilogue with a HEA. We are told how they got together, but didn't get a chance to see the relationship develop.
The usual suspects did not act over the top in this novella: Lady Catherine, Miss Bingley, and Wickham all showed why we don't like them without being comic book villains or getting harsh punishments.
Mr. Bennet left his book room and Bingley showed he can think for himself.
The usual suspects did not act over the top in this novella: Lady Catherine, Miss Bingley, and Wickham all showed why we don't like them without being comic book villains or getting harsh punishments.
Mr. Bennet left his book room and Bingley showed he can think for himself.
June 29, 2022
An entertaining first effort.
An beginning, where we leave canon shortly before the Netherfield Ball, as Elizabeth and her father discover Darcy injured in a woodland area near Meryton. A good combination of misunderstandings, apologies, coincidences, humor, wit, and plot turns. Due to the title and the summary blurb, I had anticipated a surprise relating to the parentage of one of the characters, so the ending seemed a little anticlimactic and rushed.
An beginning, where we leave canon shortly before the Netherfield Ball, as Elizabeth and her father discover Darcy injured in a woodland area near Meryton. A good combination of misunderstandings, apologies, coincidences, humor, wit, and plot turns. Due to the title and the summary blurb, I had anticipated a surprise relating to the parentage of one of the characters, so the ending seemed a little anticlimactic and rushed.
June 30, 2022
Pleasant story
My title should not be taken to infer the story was boring. Just the opposite. A very nice and enjoyable variation. Having Elizabeth’s father more involved in this story made for interesting reading. It was welcomed as so many variations have Mr. Bennett as almost a non-equity. Enjoy as I did.
My title should not be taken to infer the story was boring. Just the opposite. A very nice and enjoyable variation. Having Elizabeth’s father more involved in this story made for interesting reading. It was welcomed as so many variations have Mr. Bennett as almost a non-equity. Enjoy as I did.
April 15, 2023
This is the third book I have read from this author. I enjoyed the other two so much more.
For me, there wasn't enough interaction between Darcy and Elizabeth, while there was lots between Mr. Bennet and Darcy. When I got to the epilogue, I was a bit disappointed. I wanted a period where there was a more romantic Darcy. But that said, I did enjoy the book.
For me, there wasn't enough interaction between Darcy and Elizabeth, while there was lots between Mr. Bennet and Darcy. When I got to the epilogue, I was a bit disappointed. I wanted a period where there was a more romantic Darcy. But that said, I did enjoy the book.
May 31, 2023
An emotional roller coaster ride through whole book. Elizabeth pride takes a hit from her father whose thoughts differ from her own. Darcy is hurt and learns from those around him. This story has little twist and plots that are humorous. Interesting from beginning to end. Very well written and I highly recommend to read
July 17, 2024
Mr. Bennet and Lizzy find Darcy wounded and Mr. Bennet forms a connection with him as he knew the elder Mr. Darcy from Cambridge. Through Darcy's recovery, and Mr. Bennet's friendship, Lizzy is able to adjust her feelings. She protects Georgianna from Wickham when she comes to care for her brother. Bingley has a backbone with his sisters.
June 29, 2022
Enjoyable read
I enjoyed this variation, but sorry it wasn't longer. I usually don't like reading novellas for that reason. If was a well thought through storyline and just enough of a twist with Mr Bennet having known Darcy's father to change the characters for the best outcome. Enjoy.
I enjoyed this variation, but sorry it wasn't longer. I usually don't like reading novellas for that reason. If was a well thought through storyline and just enough of a twist with Mr Bennet having known Darcy's father to change the characters for the best outcome. Enjoy.
June 29, 2022
Creative Plot and Good Story
This story is enjoyable and refreshing. It is a good meshing os the canonical plotline with different events and some rearranged ones. The pacing is good and the story is engaging. I think you will enjoy it.
This story is enjoyable and refreshing. It is a good meshing os the canonical plotline with different events and some rearranged ones. The pacing is good and the story is engaging. I think you will enjoy it.
October 13, 2022
Good premise and well written
The storyline was interesting and the book well written. It ended too quickly for me though. I would have liked a little more romance before the epilogue.
The storyline was interesting and the book well written. It ended too quickly for me though. I would have liked a little more romance before the epilogue.
August 15, 2023
I loved it!
Such a riveting tale. I couldn’t put it down. I got so engrossed in the story that I actually felt like I was apart of the story. I also love the all time classic original book it’s based, plus all the TV series and movie adaptations as well.
Such a riveting tale. I couldn’t put it down. I got so engrossed in the story that I actually felt like I was apart of the story. I also love the all time classic original book it’s based, plus all the TV series and movie adaptations as well.
April 27, 2024
A Good Read
I appreciate the author not backtracking and writing/copying P&P background. This was a slow paced / low conflict variation.
Darcy being helpless, Mr Bennett being useful and Bingley being strong was quite a twist.
I recommend this variation for all ages.
I appreciate the author not backtracking and writing/copying P&P background. This was a slow paced / low conflict variation.
Darcy being helpless, Mr Bennett being useful and Bingley being strong was quite a twist.
I recommend this variation for all ages.
May 27, 2025
A very enjoyable read
Not a long story but very enjoyable and easy to read. The story developed at a good pace and the characters portrayed well. I was especially pleased with Mr. Bingley having such a backbone and with Mr. Bennett being so engaging and present.
Not a long story but very enjoyable and easy to read. The story developed at a good pace and the characters portrayed well. I was especially pleased with Mr. Bingley having such a backbone and with Mr. Bennett being so engaging and present.
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