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The Magic of Meadowbrooke: A Novel of Darcy and the Bennets
Our story begins with two meddling aunts, determined to arrange a marriage between two strong-willed characters. It is not successful, and they go there own ways, but almost a year later, when Elizabeth’s fate takes an amazing turn, Darcy realizes that she is now perhaps his perfect mate.
The rest of the story tells of Darcy’s campaign to win Elizabeth over, and how her new circumstances change not only her life, but the future of her siblings.
The rest of the story tells of Darcy’s campaign to win Elizabeth over, and how her new circumstances change not only her life, but the future of her siblings.
357 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 30, 2022
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Don H. Miller
27 books21 followersDon H. Miller was born and grew up in Iowa, went to the University of North Carolina where he received a degree in Mathematics, spent three years as a U.S. Navy officer, got a Ph.D. in Mathematical Statistics from the University of Chicago, spent three years as a college professor, and then spent the rest of his working career as a research scientist working in various fields including naval operations research, environmental impact analysis, and command, control and communications technology. He is now retired, enjoys golfing, pickleball, and writing, and is the art director of the monthly newsletter of the community in which he now lives. He has written twenty-five novels in the genre of Jane Austen fan fiction.
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October 19, 2022
3.5 stars rounded up to 4 stars. I have read 10 of this author's stories. I do wish he would get a good proofreader. I have highlighted many of his simple mistakes hoping that the author would read those and correct the errors. They are very distracting for me as I read.
This story has happy endings for all the Bennet sisters.
As we begin we find Darcy meeting Elizabeth while she is touring Pemberley and both soon deduce that there is some matchmaking going on with friends and acquaintances. Elizabeth has been active in charity with her Aunt Gardiner and has impressed other women in that organization. (I am not going to try to list names.) Both are adamantly against any arrangement or even a courtship to get ot know each other. As the story progresses we find Darcy changing his mind much more quickly than Elizabeth. She wants her freedom and her estate. (Read on.) And she has no interest in becoming part of the ton as it would take time away from her management and she doesn't see herself as fitting in. Marrying would also give the estate to her husband.
Many things have changee for the family when Mr. Bennet's cousin wills his estate to Elizabeth. Elizabeth takes Mary & Kitty with her to help; Mary becomes the "mistress", in essence, while Elizabeth manages Meadowbrooke as her father has had her help managing Longbourn. She throws herself into that task wanting to not just "manage" but to improve and make some investments and even to expand. Kitty has been brought along so that Elizabeth can ensure that changes Kitty has made continue as well as to have her concentrate on improving and taking lessons in her art talents.
This story has many men paying attention to the Bennet sisters: men with wealth and connections and even titles. The Colonel is part of that group.
So much of the story centers around those three but we do read a little about Jane and even Lydia who has been sent off to school. There is an ironic bit of history that we read about for Mr. Bennet...a past friend and a past love.
This was an interesting story but would have scored higher for me if the mistakes were corrected.
This story has happy endings for all the Bennet sisters.
As we begin we find Darcy meeting Elizabeth while she is touring Pemberley and both soon deduce that there is some matchmaking going on with friends and acquaintances. Elizabeth has been active in charity with her Aunt Gardiner and has impressed other women in that organization. (I am not going to try to list names.) Both are adamantly against any arrangement or even a courtship to get ot know each other. As the story progresses we find Darcy changing his mind much more quickly than Elizabeth. She wants her freedom and her estate. (Read on.) And she has no interest in becoming part of the ton as it would take time away from her management and she doesn't see herself as fitting in. Marrying would also give the estate to her husband.
Many things have changee for the family when Mr. Bennet's cousin wills his estate to Elizabeth. Elizabeth takes Mary & Kitty with her to help; Mary becomes the "mistress", in essence, while Elizabeth manages Meadowbrooke as her father has had her help managing Longbourn. She throws herself into that task wanting to not just "manage" but to improve and make some investments and even to expand. Kitty has been brought along so that Elizabeth can ensure that changes Kitty has made continue as well as to have her concentrate on improving and taking lessons in her art talents.
This story has many men paying attention to the Bennet sisters: men with wealth and connections and even titles. The Colonel is part of that group.
So much of the story centers around those three but we do read a little about Jane and even Lydia who has been sent off to school. There is an ironic bit of history that we read about for Mr. Bennet...a past friend and a past love.
This was an interesting story but would have scored higher for me if the mistakes were corrected.
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October 16, 2022DNF
Too wordy with narrative irrelevant to the plot. I don’t have the patience to finish.
Too wordy with narrative irrelevant to the plot. I don’t have the patience to finish.
January 1, 2023
Meadowbrooke
Lizzie inherits an estate, Meadowbrooke early in the story. The story is about how this impacts a lot of characters we’ve come to know in earlier books by the author. We never see a happy-go-lucky Lizzie. She is always very serious and is busy with her new estate and making snap judgements about everyone which she doesn’t often change. Luckily other characters are interesting. No kidnapping, duels, or danger from other characters. Main thrust of the book is about the changes enabled by Meadowbrooke.
Lizzie inherits an estate, Meadowbrooke early in the story. The story is about how this impacts a lot of characters we’ve come to know in earlier books by the author. We never see a happy-go-lucky Lizzie. She is always very serious and is busy with her new estate and making snap judgements about everyone which she doesn’t often change. Luckily other characters are interesting. No kidnapping, duels, or danger from other characters. Main thrust of the book is about the changes enabled by Meadowbrooke.
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November 29, 2022
There is very little pride or prejudice in this story. The plot rather asks, if all things are more equal and the Bennet sisters have complete independence, what would they do and would they find and accept men who love them.
That being said I struggled with Elizabeth who everyone thought was beyond amazing. Page after page of her connections, intelligence and beauty was a bit much. I liked Darcy thankfully.
That being said I struggled with Elizabeth who everyone thought was beyond amazing. Page after page of her connections, intelligence and beauty was a bit much. I liked Darcy thankfully.
November 13, 2022
Well written, but.......
This is one of those variations wherein Elizabeth is given superpowers. She's multi-lingual, has taken over the management of Longbourn from her father, is extremely well read, is up to date with all current events, is beloved by friends, family and staff, and in her spare time, has learned all about medicine, and also knows how to train Irish wolf hound puppies. I forgot to mention that she also is very active in charitable endeavors in London. Phew!!!
There are several members of the nobility who live near Longbourn, who are either related to Darcy, or are good friends of his family, and they all believe that Elizabeth would be a perfect wife for Darcy, so they set in motion a conspiracy to have Elizabeth and Darcy meet at Pemberly, with the hope that they'll make a match. Elizabeth is, of course, much too independent to be manipulated, so she refuses their efforts at matchmaking, just when Darcy starts recognizing that she may be a worthy candidate after all.
I wanted to like this approach to getting ODC together, but the whole process was handled in a very clinical manner. Rather than having two people meet, interact, and fall in love, the entire process was akin to a job interview, with Darcy questioning Elizabeth about her background, connections, and financial situation, then at first rejecting her as not qualified, but then remembering that his noble relations were her friends and proponents. Only then did he feel that she might meet his standards. Very cool and calculating behavior. I was actually glad that Elizabeth didn't succumb to the scheme. I wasn't feeling the romance at all.
Then there's Elizabeth, who in all of her wonderwoman glory, was also very cool and calculating. In addition, Elizabeth soon becomes the owner and master of a significant estate and fortune in Derbyshire, and this makes her even more perfect, and, in my opinion, more insufferable. Elizabeth takes Mary and Kitty with her to her new estate, and trains them both in the art of girl power, or never letting a man dictate what your future will be. I'm all for girl power, as any good Jane Austen fan would be, but these women just squash any sort of romance in their dealings with the men is their lives.
Don Miller is a talented writer. The book is well written and well edited. It's an interesting premise. However, I like a softer and kinder Elizabeth, and a Darcy who falls in love. I just wasn't feeling the chemistry developing between Elizabeth and Darcy, or with any of the other matches being made. I recommend the book with reservations.
This is one of those variations wherein Elizabeth is given superpowers. She's multi-lingual, has taken over the management of Longbourn from her father, is extremely well read, is up to date with all current events, is beloved by friends, family and staff, and in her spare time, has learned all about medicine, and also knows how to train Irish wolf hound puppies. I forgot to mention that she also is very active in charitable endeavors in London. Phew!!!
There are several members of the nobility who live near Longbourn, who are either related to Darcy, or are good friends of his family, and they all believe that Elizabeth would be a perfect wife for Darcy, so they set in motion a conspiracy to have Elizabeth and Darcy meet at Pemberly, with the hope that they'll make a match. Elizabeth is, of course, much too independent to be manipulated, so she refuses their efforts at matchmaking, just when Darcy starts recognizing that she may be a worthy candidate after all.
I wanted to like this approach to getting ODC together, but the whole process was handled in a very clinical manner. Rather than having two people meet, interact, and fall in love, the entire process was akin to a job interview, with Darcy questioning Elizabeth about her background, connections, and financial situation, then at first rejecting her as not qualified, but then remembering that his noble relations were her friends and proponents. Only then did he feel that she might meet his standards. Very cool and calculating behavior. I was actually glad that Elizabeth didn't succumb to the scheme. I wasn't feeling the romance at all.
Then there's Elizabeth, who in all of her wonderwoman glory, was also very cool and calculating. In addition, Elizabeth soon becomes the owner and master of a significant estate and fortune in Derbyshire, and this makes her even more perfect, and, in my opinion, more insufferable. Elizabeth takes Mary and Kitty with her to her new estate, and trains them both in the art of girl power, or never letting a man dictate what your future will be. I'm all for girl power, as any good Jane Austen fan would be, but these women just squash any sort of romance in their dealings with the men is their lives.
Don Miller is a talented writer. The book is well written and well edited. It's an interesting premise. However, I like a softer and kinder Elizabeth, and a Darcy who falls in love. I just wasn't feeling the chemistry developing between Elizabeth and Darcy, or with any of the other matches being made. I recommend the book with reservations.
April 8, 2025
In this Pride and Prejudice variation a year after meddling aunts have introduced Darcy and Elizabeth at Pemberley, Elizabeth is back in the area as the new owner of Meadowbrook Estate. She is accompanied by Mary and Kitty. What does the future hold for all the Bennet daughters. Though Elizabeth is a bit of Mary Sue character, just so perfect, though the other sisters are not that far off.
An entertaining re-read of this variation
An entertaining re-read of this variation
December 4, 2022
meh
The plot is interesting but the story and dialogue are stilted. I ended up skimming to the end jut to be done.
The plot is interesting but the story and dialogue are stilted. I ended up skimming to the end jut to be done.
November 12, 2022
Another super Lizzy
Im planning to return this book to KU as s DNF. This version of Lizzy is a bore. The dialog is robotic and comes across as a tell not show book. I am 70 pages in and she has learned to ride side saddle in one lesson, set down Pemberly’s staff for talking up Darcy, refused Darcy, decided to leave her companions and ride back to Longnorne with the servants, put her Papa in place by telling him she was going to leave if he didn’t start protecting her from her mothers harsh treatment all while telling the reader that she runs the estate, leads a choir, has some type of medical experience, helps her uncle run his business AND helps charities. 70 PAGES of how great she is! If super Lizzy is not your idea of entertainment then I suggest you skip this one.
Im planning to return this book to KU as s DNF. This version of Lizzy is a bore. The dialog is robotic and comes across as a tell not show book. I am 70 pages in and she has learned to ride side saddle in one lesson, set down Pemberly’s staff for talking up Darcy, refused Darcy, decided to leave her companions and ride back to Longnorne with the servants, put her Papa in place by telling him she was going to leave if he didn’t start protecting her from her mothers harsh treatment all while telling the reader that she runs the estate, leads a choir, has some type of medical experience, helps her uncle run his business AND helps charities. 70 PAGES of how great she is! If super Lizzy is not your idea of entertainment then I suggest you skip this one.
November 30, 2022
So wanted to love this book, but...
Am generally a fan of the author and the particular cast of characters he has created to supplement the characters of canon. And I very much looked forward to reading their new adventures. But I found this book to be a rather mixed bag that did not maintain it's quality throughout.
The middle portion of the book dealing with the new location is marvelous. New challenges for Lizzy and Mary are wonderful - though I would have liked more detailed scenes regarding these challenges. Perhaps some surmounting of the obstacles of running as estate, rather than dramatic tension focused on romantic paths. Still, the writing and freshness of story warrant a positive review with at least 3 stars.
The beginning about introducing ODC, and the ending dealing with Kitty's romantic prospects, are far less satisfying and detract from the book's rating.
The beginning fails for it's complete disregard of Regency societal norms. The entire conversation admitting to matchmaking, with its detail and off hand confessions was so absurd as to completely negate the suspension of disbelief fiction requires. There was just no buying into a discussion of that sort except in satire or farce, neither of which seem intended here.
The ending section fails for being formulaic and dull. There is no freshness to any part of the story, but rather a rearrangement of who marries whom, reminiscent of paper dolls - who will wear which title and last name?
Lastly, the book is in serious need of copy editing. There are missing or incorrect letters and words throughout the book. Worse is referring to the characters going to the one estate when another is meant, and the inconsistent use of Leah/Ophelia for a peripheral character. These kind of issues are jarring and remove the reader from the flow of the story. Having to figure out what the author actually meant to say is a frustrating meta analysis exercise that is detrimental to enjoyment. Frankly, if the author does not care enough to be clear and consistent,then why should a reader care about the product produced?
The middle of the book earns it's 3 stars; the problems tempt me to give an even lower rating.
Am generally a fan of the author and the particular cast of characters he has created to supplement the characters of canon. And I very much looked forward to reading their new adventures. But I found this book to be a rather mixed bag that did not maintain it's quality throughout.
The middle portion of the book dealing with the new location is marvelous. New challenges for Lizzy and Mary are wonderful - though I would have liked more detailed scenes regarding these challenges. Perhaps some surmounting of the obstacles of running as estate, rather than dramatic tension focused on romantic paths. Still, the writing and freshness of story warrant a positive review with at least 3 stars.
The beginning about introducing ODC, and the ending dealing with Kitty's romantic prospects, are far less satisfying and detract from the book's rating.
The beginning fails for it's complete disregard of Regency societal norms. The entire conversation admitting to matchmaking, with its detail and off hand confessions was so absurd as to completely negate the suspension of disbelief fiction requires. There was just no buying into a discussion of that sort except in satire or farce, neither of which seem intended here.
The ending section fails for being formulaic and dull. There is no freshness to any part of the story, but rather a rearrangement of who marries whom, reminiscent of paper dolls - who will wear which title and last name?
Lastly, the book is in serious need of copy editing. There are missing or incorrect letters and words throughout the book. Worse is referring to the characters going to the one estate when another is meant, and the inconsistent use of Leah/Ophelia for a peripheral character. These kind of issues are jarring and remove the reader from the flow of the story. Having to figure out what the author actually meant to say is a frustrating meta analysis exercise that is detrimental to enjoyment. Frankly, if the author does not care enough to be clear and consistent,then why should a reader care about the product produced?
The middle of the book earns it's 3 stars; the problems tempt me to give an even lower rating.
November 1, 2022
Convincing Elizabeth...3.5 rounded to 4
The first half if this book can easily be titled 'Convincing Elizabeth'. Darcy's aunts feel Elizabeth should meet Darcy at Pemberley for the first time. By doing this it will show Darcy in a positive light knowing he wouldn't come across as stiff and unsocial in his home setting...it worked, but Elizabeth felt they would not suit as a couple because he was a part of the ton- a life she wants to avoid- plus her status and wealth was far below Darcy's. Here is where I became confused- for some unknown reason Darcy began to work on his behavior to become more social in a public settings to win Elizabeth. This was strange because his behavior was never an issue when they met, nor did she mention it at the time. Meanwhile, everyone Elizabeth came in contact with was shocked that she turned down Darcy's courtship, also rejecting the opportunity to become a duchess. Elizabeth was constantly being pressured to enter into some type of relationship. I didn't care for this Elizabeth early on. I love that there was dialogue, but she was a bore, robotic, and no wit whatsoever. I kept picturing her in a governess uniform with a tight bun in her hair. Mary could have easily filled the role of Elizabeth early on.
The story was starting to wear thin until Elizabeth got a little life in her and decided to make her preference known. From then on, I had a more likable Elizabeth, and interesting couples finding there way to each other.
3.5 stars rounded to 4 because I like Miller's original characters.
The first half if this book can easily be titled 'Convincing Elizabeth'. Darcy's aunts feel Elizabeth should meet Darcy at Pemberley for the first time. By doing this it will show Darcy in a positive light knowing he wouldn't come across as stiff and unsocial in his home setting...it worked, but Elizabeth felt they would not suit as a couple because he was a part of the ton- a life she wants to avoid- plus her status and wealth was far below Darcy's. Here is where I became confused- for some unknown reason Darcy began to work on his behavior to become more social in a public settings to win Elizabeth. This was strange because his behavior was never an issue when they met, nor did she mention it at the time. Meanwhile, everyone Elizabeth came in contact with was shocked that she turned down Darcy's courtship, also rejecting the opportunity to become a duchess. Elizabeth was constantly being pressured to enter into some type of relationship. I didn't care for this Elizabeth early on. I love that there was dialogue, but she was a bore, robotic, and no wit whatsoever. I kept picturing her in a governess uniform with a tight bun in her hair. Mary could have easily filled the role of Elizabeth early on.
The story was starting to wear thin until Elizabeth got a little life in her and decided to make her preference known. From then on, I had a more likable Elizabeth, and interesting couples finding there way to each other.
3.5 stars rounded to 4 because I like Miller's original characters.
April 4, 2023
It was ok…. I liked the idea of a strong Lizzy, in charge of her own fate etc but there were a few issues for me.
Everyone was too informal with each other, very quickly. Referring to each other by the first names within a moment of meeting each other - it just wouldn’t have happened back then.
Darcy was far too loose lipped with his feeling and intentions - he was telling Lizzy and his family everything and everything was just openly discussed between everyone. It just didn’t fit his character.
Too many long discussions about things, so many words. I just found myself skipping over bits. Some of it felt a bit repetitive, Lizzy and Kitty felt like they were repeating themselves about certain things.
Very little angst, no Lady C, no embarrassing mother, no Wickham. If you like very little angst, this is one to potentially try. I personally like a bit more angst and conflict between the characters to create a bit more ‘will they get through it?’.
All in all, for me, an ok read but I wouldn’t read again.
Everyone was too informal with each other, very quickly. Referring to each other by the first names within a moment of meeting each other - it just wouldn’t have happened back then.
Darcy was far too loose lipped with his feeling and intentions - he was telling Lizzy and his family everything and everything was just openly discussed between everyone. It just didn’t fit his character.
Too many long discussions about things, so many words. I just found myself skipping over bits. Some of it felt a bit repetitive, Lizzy and Kitty felt like they were repeating themselves about certain things.
Very little angst, no Lady C, no embarrassing mother, no Wickham. If you like very little angst, this is one to potentially try. I personally like a bit more angst and conflict between the characters to create a bit more ‘will they get through it?’.
All in all, for me, an ok read but I wouldn’t read again.
March 3, 2023
Quite a twist!
I am amazed as how this story keeps the Bennet, Darcy and Fitzwilliam family rooted to the original novel, yet manages to elevate the Bennet family closer to the social circle of the Darcy’s and Fitzwilliams.
The one aspect I question is Lizzy’s stubbornness. She and Darcy meet via relatives of Darcy’s who live near Longbourn, and they take her with them to visit Pemberley.
Both Lizzy and Darcy rebel against an arranged marriage, which sets everything in motion.
Another note, Lady Catherine and Wickham are mere footnotes, and Caroline Bingley’s antics are quickly squashed. Jane, Mary and Lydia’s roles are also quite diminished. If these stories could have been fleshed out more, with a little more intrigue that spans two or three books, I could see this as a top ranked variation. As it stands, it’s good enough for re-reading a time or two, but not enough to warrant my purchasing a copy.
I am amazed as how this story keeps the Bennet, Darcy and Fitzwilliam family rooted to the original novel, yet manages to elevate the Bennet family closer to the social circle of the Darcy’s and Fitzwilliams.
The one aspect I question is Lizzy’s stubbornness. She and Darcy meet via relatives of Darcy’s who live near Longbourn, and they take her with them to visit Pemberley.
Both Lizzy and Darcy rebel against an arranged marriage, which sets everything in motion.
Another note, Lady Catherine and Wickham are mere footnotes, and Caroline Bingley’s antics are quickly squashed. Jane, Mary and Lydia’s roles are also quite diminished. If these stories could have been fleshed out more, with a little more intrigue that spans two or three books, I could see this as a top ranked variation. As it stands, it’s good enough for re-reading a time or two, but not enough to warrant my purchasing a copy.
November 26, 2022
Good Stuff
It was about every Bennett daughter but Jane and Lydia. Yes they were mentioned but the detail was in Elizabeth and Kitty. Mary, Darcy and Georgiana were developed but it mainly surrounded Elizabeth and next Kitty.
The 4 stars were because it has some challenging grammar mistakes throughout and I usually don’t care but this was something that a friend could have helped with. And also because it not develop ODC enough. This book could be decided and developed into 8 strong stories with character development and interwoven characters. All the Bennett daughters, Georgiana, the Duke’s sister, and Darcy’s daughter takes a husband. I only deducted one star because I STILL STAYED UP reading this wonderfully sweet clean variation.
It was about every Bennett daughter but Jane and Lydia. Yes they were mentioned but the detail was in Elizabeth and Kitty. Mary, Darcy and Georgiana were developed but it mainly surrounded Elizabeth and next Kitty.
The 4 stars were because it has some challenging grammar mistakes throughout and I usually don’t care but this was something that a friend could have helped with. And also because it not develop ODC enough. This book could be decided and developed into 8 strong stories with character development and interwoven characters. All the Bennett daughters, Georgiana, the Duke’s sister, and Darcy’s daughter takes a husband. I only deducted one star because I STILL STAYED UP reading this wonderfully sweet clean variation.
January 5, 2023
No emotion at all
Very early in the book, all I could think is how this book sounded Robotic. Emotionless. Stiff. Clinical. It reads like what if someone programmed an AI to create a regency romance. Unimportant facts were stated and Repeated word for word over and over again. Too many Facts were stated instead of feelings or ideas by the characters. When I read, I can often picture the scene and characters acting it out like a movie, and when I pictured these characters all I imagined were Android type beings going through the motions like an animatronic show you see while at the theme park. I like the plot a lot, but the actual writing lacked and failed to pull me in.
Very early in the book, all I could think is how this book sounded Robotic. Emotionless. Stiff. Clinical. It reads like what if someone programmed an AI to create a regency romance. Unimportant facts were stated and Repeated word for word over and over again. Too many Facts were stated instead of feelings or ideas by the characters. When I read, I can often picture the scene and characters acting it out like a movie, and when I pictured these characters all I imagined were Android type beings going through the motions like an animatronic show you see while at the theme park. I like the plot a lot, but the actual writing lacked and failed to pull me in.
November 28, 2022
I did get to the end. But I did not read every word in this book. I got tired of self-righteous, self-put-on-a-pedestal, can-do/say/think-no-wrong Elizabeth Bennet, and Puppy-Darcy, I had to skip forward a few times.
Too many unbelievable premises. The whole P&P idea is completely lost. The language was too stilted. Dialogues are soliloquies rather than conversations...
I tried, but I could not get into it. It is a shame, as I had great hopes when I purchased this book as the original idea was a good one.
Too many unbelievable premises. The whole P&P idea is completely lost. The language was too stilted. Dialogues are soliloquies rather than conversations...
I tried, but I could not get into it. It is a shame, as I had great hopes when I purchased this book as the original idea was a good one.
November 6, 2022
Mixed emotions
Heavy on the narrative and very formal in dialogue. This author, as do several other authors in this genre, tends to re-use non-canon characters in his stories, which actually helps, as there are many of them. His Elizabeth is a veritable genius, being a multi-talented superwoman and Darcy spends little time being arrogant or conceited. Interesting plot possibilities and a lovely tantrum from Caroline. Mostly about Lizzy, Kitty, and Mary.
Heavy on the narrative and very formal in dialogue. This author, as do several other authors in this genre, tends to re-use non-canon characters in his stories, which actually helps, as there are many of them. His Elizabeth is a veritable genius, being a multi-talented superwoman and Darcy spends little time being arrogant or conceited. Interesting plot possibilities and a lovely tantrum from Caroline. Mostly about Lizzy, Kitty, and Mary.
November 29, 2022
long winded dialogue
I like the variations that Miller comes up with (good imagination and plots) but I tried a couple of times to see if I could speak a character’s line in one breath… nope. For me, I appreciate fast lines in dialogue. Tom Clancy had a great way of character conversation where no one went on for two pages speaking…. I would look forward to Miller with his plots with more realistic conversations instead of long winded plot commentary.
I like the variations that Miller comes up with (good imagination and plots) but I tried a couple of times to see if I could speak a character’s line in one breath… nope. For me, I appreciate fast lines in dialogue. Tom Clancy had a great way of character conversation where no one went on for two pages speaking…. I would look forward to Miller with his plots with more realistic conversations instead of long winded plot commentary.
September 21, 2023
Magical Lizzie as well
Really enjoyed this story and all the secondary characters. There were statements and interactions that depended upon knowledge of P&P to interpret or place in context — Lady C and the Bingleys. Jane was an anomaly among the sisters. The book received 4 stars instead of 5 due to the rather sloppy editing.
Recommended as a good, clean variation that doesn’t depend on canon for the plot.
Really enjoyed this story and all the secondary characters. There were statements and interactions that depended upon knowledge of P&P to interpret or place in context — Lady C and the Bingleys. Jane was an anomaly among the sisters. The book received 4 stars instead of 5 due to the rather sloppy editing.
Recommended as a good, clean variation that doesn’t depend on canon for the plot.
November 8, 2022
I like the concept but..
It was nice to see Lizzy in a different role as in many other fan fiction stories.. However, this one was tedious.. If I were Mr. Darcy, I would have declared myself a resolute bachelor and went on my merry way. Her putting him off time and time again was a bit too much.. I cannot say more as I gave up reading the story.
It was nice to see Lizzy in a different role as in many other fan fiction stories.. However, this one was tedious.. If I were Mr. Darcy, I would have declared myself a resolute bachelor and went on my merry way. Her putting him off time and time again was a bit too much.. I cannot say more as I gave up reading the story.
November 9, 2022
Brilliant
Could not put this down read it from cover to cover in one night . Mr Bennet cousin leaves him and an estate called Meadowbrook and he passed this on to Lizzy making her the master of the estate and with her goes Mary and Kitty. Mary is to act as mistress helping Lizzy.
Could not put this down read it from cover to cover in one night . Mr Bennet cousin leaves him and an estate called Meadowbrook and he passed this on to Lizzy making her the master of the estate and with her goes Mary and Kitty. Mary is to act as mistress helping Lizzy.
December 2, 2022
Surprised
By the title I was thinking it would be a puff piece. To my surprise, it was an enjoyable, easy to follow story of a Bennett empire. When I say “easy to follow,” I do not imply that it is not a well thought out story. What a tangled web of independence that was untangled due to love. Enjoy.
By the title I was thinking it would be a puff piece. To my surprise, it was an enjoyable, easy to follow story of a Bennett empire. When I say “easy to follow,” I do not imply that it is not a well thought out story. What a tangled web of independence that was untangled due to love. Enjoy.
April 15, 2023
DNF- I got about 25% into this book and could not continue. The idea of the story is intriguing and I wanted to enjoy it but the writing was difficult. The first meeting between the two was robotic and hallow. Actually the interactions between all the characters felt that way. The dialogue held no emotion and was often wooden.
November 5, 2022
A very happy story
If you want a zero angst Darcy and Elizabeth tale, this is the book for you. There is a little too much narration and not enough conversation between characters for me but it was still very enjoyable.
If you want a zero angst Darcy and Elizabeth tale, this is the book for you. There is a little too much narration and not enough conversation between characters for me but it was still very enjoyable.
November 9, 2022
Magic dull characters!
I was ready to return book when I got to Mr. Bennett's inheritance . I was intrigued how the story would continue. I was disappointed that the characters were so boring. The only lively one it appeared was Darcy!
I was ready to return book when I got to Mr. Bennett's inheritance . I was intrigued how the story would continue. I was disappointed that the characters were so boring. The only lively one it appeared was Darcy!
November 16, 2022
Very dry and far too wordy
There is unfortunately far too much unnecessary narrative in this book as well as rather a lot of modern and/or incorrect terms.
I normally enjoy this author’s work but this was disappointing for me.
There is unfortunately far too much unnecessary narrative in this book as well as rather a lot of modern and/or incorrect terms.
I normally enjoy this author’s work but this was disappointing for me.
January 12, 2023
Ugh wanted to like it but Elizabeth became an insufferable paragon and it became tedious to read fairly quickly. Also seriously needs a proofreader. Obviously changed a characters name at something in the writing process and then constantly switched back and forth between the two, assuming tried to change it and just missed some but that is what word search in a good word processor is for or an actually proofreader.
November 12, 2023
Lovely story…
Although this is a lovely story of all the Bennet sisters, it is pretty light on romance between Darcy and Elizabeth. Also, it really needs to be proofread and corrected.
Although this is a lovely story of all the Bennet sisters, it is pretty light on romance between Darcy and Elizabeth. Also, it really needs to be proofread and corrected.
October 17, 2022
Another Winner
A wonderful story that I thoroughly enjoyed reading. I love how all the sisters find the one for them. Thank you Don for another enjoyable read!
A wonderful story that I thoroughly enjoyed reading. I love how all the sisters find the one for them. Thank you Don for another enjoyable read!
October 19, 2022
Love
This author's works are like old friends to me. One of my 2nd P and P variation reads was one of his stories. Love it.
This author's works are like old friends to me. One of my 2nd P and P variation reads was one of his stories. Love it.
November 8, 2022
Liked it, but to long.
Liked the book and have always enjoyed Don Millers work, I found this story a bit to long., but do read lt, for each Bennet sister has a story to tell.
Liked the book and have always enjoyed Don Millers work, I found this story a bit to long., but do read lt, for each Bennet sister has a story to tell.
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