Austenesque Lovers TBR Pile Reading Challenge 2016 discussion

1. Mr. Darcy Came to Dinner 5*
2. A Pemberley Christmas 4*
3. Rhapsody at Pemberley: Sultry Austentatious Tales 3*
4. Then Comes Winter 4*
5. One More Chance 4*
6. An Assembly Such as This 4*
7. Darcy Revealed: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 3*
8. It Started with a Kiss: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 4*
9. An Unwavering Trust 4*
10. The Dilemma of Prejudice 1*
11. To Forget: Darcy's London Christmas 5*
12. A Little Whimsical in His Civilities 4*
13. Cassandra 3*
14. Accusing Elizabeth: A Pride & Prejudice Variation 5*
15. Threat of Scandal 2*
16. Darcy's Deliverance: A Pride and Prejudice variation 5*
17. Obsession: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 4*
18. Darcy's Duel: Pride and Prejudice Variation 3*
19. Darcy and Elizabeth What If? Collection 1 3*
20. I Met Mr Darcy Via Luton 3*

21. Bound by Love 4*
22. A Spot of Sweet Tea: Hopes and Beginnings Short Story Collection 4*
23. Entanglements of Honor: A Pride & Prejudice Variation 4*
24. Becoming Elizabeth: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 5*
25. How to Mend a Broken Heart 4*
26. Eligible 4*
27. Mr. Darcy's Vow: A Pride and Prejudice Story 3*
28. Darcy's Journey 5*
29. Yes, Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Novella 4*
30. Progression Vol. 1: A Continuation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice 5*

31. A Father's Sins: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 4*
32. The Rainbow Promise: After Rainy Days 4*
33. Accepting Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 4*
34. Forced to Marry Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 2*
35. On Oakham Mount: A Pride & Prejudice Variation 4*
36. Love Never Fails: A Pride & Prejudice Variation 4*
37. A Conversation Behind the Tapestries: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 4*
38. Darcy Chooses: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 2*
39. A Dishonorable Offer: An Elizabeth and Darcy Story 4*
40. Elizabeth's Song: A Story of Darcy and Elizabeth 2*

41. Mr Darcy's Sorrow and Redemption 1*
42. Chaos Comes to Longbourn: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 4*
43. Mr. Darcy's Journey: A Pride & Prejudice Variation 4*
44. Darcy and Elizabeth: A Promise Kept 4*
45. A Remedy Against Sin: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 5*
46. Win, Lose, or Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation 3*
47. Four Days in April 5*
48. Longbourn's Songbird 5*
49. Mistaking Her Character: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 4*
50. The Deception at Lyme: Or, The Peril of Persuasion 5*
51. The Importance of Being Emma 3*

Wow, Barb, that's quite an impressive list—and well selected, too! If you felt moved at some point (perhaps when you’ve got a good procrastination going on!), we’d love to see your ratings for the books, or even a word or two of comment. You’re well on your way to Mr. Bennet’s library!

42 books,Barb?! Amazing!! Well done! You'll be joining the others in Mr B's library before you know it! In fact I see smell the furniture polish from here,so eager are they to welcome you!!!

Barb wrote: "31. A Father's Sins: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
32. The Rainbow Promise: After Rainy Days
33. [book:Accepting Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation|2934337..."

surprised to find that Mary Weston Forced to Marry Mr. Darcy is not on amazon - USA or Canada

Great list, Barb. I always enjoy reading your reviews, so I knew you had a growing pile of books. Nice to see them all in a handy list here.

Wow! Go, Barb! :)

You guys are all so great! Thanks for the encouragement.

Susan, I noticed after I wrote my review that Mary Weston's book was no longer on Amazon. I was wondering about that. I did not give it a good review. Is it possible the author pulled it to make some changes? I don't know.

Abigail wrote: "Wow, Barb, that's quite an impressive list—and well selected, too! If you felt moved at some point (perhaps when you’ve got a good procrastination going on!), we’d love to see your ratings for the ..."

I added my 1-5 star rating for each, Abigail. Thanks for mentioning it!

Thanks, Barb! I see you’re stingy with your 5-star ratings; I’ll watch to see what really gets you excited.

Abigail wrote: "Thanks, Barb! I see you’re stingy with your 5-star ratings; I’ll watch to see what really gets you excited."
I guess maybe I am a bit stingy with them. I read so much in my work that I may not be as excited as others by a book. You make me want to go back and rethink them! lol I can truly enjoy a book and admire an author but still give them a 4 star. I am the same way about films. Just looking for that something extra for the 5 star. You can see I gave one to A Remedy Against Sin. I thought the entire premise to be unique and to be a complete package - totally wrapped up with a bow. I found it worth the 5 stars.

52. An Heir for Pemberley: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Short Story 5*
53. Most Truly 5*
54. Still of the Night - AHA - sexy but wildly out of character 4*
55. Mistaking Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 3*
56. Progression Vol. 2: A Continuation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice 5*
57. Captain Wentworth Home from the Sea 4*
58. Pemberley Lake: A Pride and Prejudice Novella 3*
59. To Capture Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Novel 4*
60. The Bennet Wardrobe: Origins: A Bennet Wardrobe Novella 5* Intriguing start to a series - I gave it 5 stars but probably should have marked it down a little as it is not truly a stand alone. Love the idea, however!

61. Whispered Kisses: A Pride & Prejudice Novella Variation 5*
62. The Fire at Netherfield Park 4*
63. Darcy vs. Bennet: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
64. Shadows Over Longbourn 4*
65. Second Impressions1*

Oh, that's such a sweet, romantic novella! I gave it 5 stars when I read it, too.

I'm looking at your previous list and wondering whether you plan to continue reading the Bennet Wardrobe series. I intend to read the full-length book about Mary soon.

Debbie wrote: "Oh, that's such a sweet, romantic novella! I gave it 5 stars when I read it, too.

I'm looking at your previous list and wondering whether you plan to continue reading the Bennet Wardrobe series. I..."

Yes, I certainly do. I just finished the first today, but like the whole initial concept. Finishing a 500 page book for my book club that meets tomorrow night! Arggh! But, it is good - The Shadow of the Wind

66. Darcy and Elizabeth What If? Collection 1 3*
67. Haunting Mr. Darcy - A Spirited Courtship 5*
68. Fated to Meet: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 5*
69. A Walk in Oakham Wood: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Novella 4*
70. Snow Storms & Kissing Games: A Pride & Prejudice Novella Variation 3*

71. The Second Mrs. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Novella 5*
72. Mr. Darcy's House Party: A Darcy Novella 4*
73. Darcy By Any Other Name 5*
74. Reduced Circumstances 3 1/2*
75. The Coming of Age of Elizabeth Bennet 5*

76. Finally Mrs. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Novella 4*
And, this brings me to Henry Crawford's library!!
77. Infamous Relations: A Pride And Prejudice "What If?" Tale 5*
78. Very Merry Mischief 4*
79. The Many Lives of Fitzwilliam Darcy 5*
80. A Death at Rosings: A Pride & Prejudice Variation 3 1/2*

Congrats Barb!!

Just awesome, Barb! You've read some great books so far this year!

thank you, Mary and Debbie. I have had some fun reads this year!

81. It Happened at Netherfield Park: Three Pride and Prejudice Novelettes 4*
82. The Trouble With Horses4*
83. Particular Intentions 5*
84. A Winter Wrong 4*
85. A Spring Sentiment 4*

I am so busy getting ready for my trip to Europe that I am afraid I will have less time for reading, much less reviewing. So, I think for a while I will just be rating the books and not adding reviews.

Trip to Europe???!! Wow! Good for you! And a perfectly reasonable reason. I'm behind on my reviews, too, and I'm not even getting ready for an exciting trip. When do you leave? Where in Europe? How long are you staying? Deets, girlfriend!

I am going to Poland on October 4 to speak English to students there who are learning English but have never had the chance to speak to a native English speaker. So, I am excited. 10 schools in two weeks! Some of the schools I am doing 5 or 6 groups of 30 kids in the day. Should be pretty wild! So, I am doing more than packing - I am preparing my presentations and Skyping with the teachers to make sure all is set. Then, a few days in England on the way home. Will come home on Nov 1. Going alone - hubby staying home with the dog. I still plan on reading between now and then, and while there, but so much energy to write the reviews! I just don't have it in me right now. Maybe I will go back later....

Debbie wrote: "Trip to Europe???!! Wow! Good for you! And a perfectly reasonable reason. I'm behind on my reviews, too, and I'm not even getting ready for an exciting trip. When do you leave? Where in Europe? How..." BTW, girl, you are quite busy yourself with your new singing engagements! And, the new baby! You certainly have a good reason for not being caught up, too!

Barb wrote: "I am going to Poland on October 4 to speak English to students there who are learning English but have never had the chance to speak to a native English speaker. So, I am excited. 10 schools in two..."

Sounds awesome. It ought to be a wonderful experience. Do you speak any Polish?

Debbie wrote: "Barb wrote: "I am going to Poland on October 4 to speak English to students there who are learning English but have never had the chance to speak to a native English speaker. So, I am excited. 10 s..." Little to none and not very well. Niezbyt dobzry is Polish for not very well.

86. A Summer Shame4*
87. An Autumn Accord4*
88. Waking to Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Novella 4*

I read this series and thought it was pretty good, but I was annoyed by the high price. The first and second books hooked me so I had to complete the series, but I resented it and stayed away from this author's subsequent P&P-based series.

Debbie wrote: "I read this series and thought it was pretty good, but I was annoyed by the high price. The first and second books hooked me so I had to complete the series, but I resented it and stayed away from ..." The series is now available as one book and that makes it more reasonable. But, given how many books we are attempting to read this year, it does put a dent into the budget - for sure! And, she sells them for less on her own website.

Using the app and it doesn't provide an option to add book links and covers. So, I will fix this when I get home:

89. Courting Elizabeth
90. Colonel Darcy 4*
91. By Consequence of Marriage
92. Mr. Darcy's Decision
93. All the appearance of goodness
94. Darcy's Decision
95. The Future Mrs. Darcy

96. Of Fortunes Reversal
97. Mistress of Longbourn
98. Honorable Mr. Darcy
99. First (Wrong) Impressions
100. An Unwelcome Guest at the Netherfield Ball

Wow!!! 100,that magical number! Congrats, Barb! So delighted for you!!!

That’s really impressive! Congratulations, Barb!

Thanks Mary and Abigail!

101. Love Letters from Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Novella
102. Mr. Darcy Loves Elizabeth Bennet: 4 Variations of Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice
103. Mr Bennet's Dutiful Daughter: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 5*
104. Nothing but the Deepest Love: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 4*
105. Beyond Oakham Mount: A Pride and Prejudice Novella Variation 4*

I just updated my "books I own" bookshelf to make sure I have every book I own as an Amazon Kindle book listed. If anyone is looking for a Kindle version of a book, I am happy to lend mine out. I was surprised how many I own, and I even own some I have on my TBR list that I didn't know I owned!

106. Miss Darcy's Companion: A Pride & Prejudice Variation 4*
107. Courage Rises: A Pride and Prejudice Continuation 5*
108. Darcy's Last Chance: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 2*
109. A Virtue of Marriage 4*
110. To Make Her His Wife: Pride and Prejudice Variations Collection 4*

111. The Courtship of Edward Gardiner: A Pride & Prejudice Prequel 5*
112. Mr. Darcy's Present: A Pride and Prejudice Holiday Vagary 5*
113. Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy's First Christmas at Pemberley 3*
114. Condescension and Condemnation 4*
115. A Lesson Hard Learned 4*

116. Letter from Ramsgate 3*
117. Pride and Promises: A Pride and Prejudice Pemberley Continuation 4*
118. Reasons for Marrying 3*
119. Going Home to Pemberley: A Pride & Prejudice Continuation 5*
120. The Elizabeth Papers 5*

Way to go,Barb! 118! Wow!

Mary wrote: "Way to go,Barb! 118! Wow!"
Thank you, Mary. Just can't put down these P&P based stories. I just love em.

I added Going Home to Pemberley: A Pride & Prejudice Continuation to my TBR pile after reading your review. I'm not always a big fan of sequels as opposed to variations, but from your description, this sounds like one of the better ones. Great list of reads, Barb!

Debbie wrote: "I added Going Home to Pemberley: A Pride & Prejudice Continuation to my TBR pile after reading your review. I'm not always a big fan of sequels as opposed to variations, but from yo..."
I have to say, though, that I was a little surprised to see some of the bad reviews this one received. I really loved it and will be curious to see which way you see it.

I've noticed a couple of times now that you and I have gone opposite the flow of most other reviewers, so I think our standards of judging quality are similar. With the size of my TBR pile, though, who knows when this one will make it to the head of the line!

121. A Peculiar Engagement 4*
122. Last Dance 5*
123. Not Romantic 4*
124. Lady Carpathian and the Bennets 4*
125. A Christmas To Remember 4*

125,Barb? Wow! You might hit 130 before the year is out! Great job!