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Mr. Darcy's Refuge: A Pride & Prejudice Variation (Pemberley Variation Series)
by
Abigail Reynolds (Goodreads Author)
Trapped for three days by a flood, and trapped forever by society because of it….
The river isn't the only thing overflowing in Hunsford when a natural disaster forces Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy to work together. The residents of flood-stricken Hunsford, seeking refuge in the parsonage atop the hill, are unaware they are interrupting Darcy's disastrous proposal. Even w...more
The river isn't the only thing overflowing in Hunsford when a natural disaster forces Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy to work together. The residents of flood-stricken Hunsford, seeking refuge in the parsonage atop the hill, are unaware they are interrupting Darcy's disastrous proposal. Even w...more
Paperback, 238 pages
Published
August 2012
by White Soup Press
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Aug 29, 2012
Shy
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5 of 5 stars
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DISCLAIMER: THERE ARE NO OUTRIGHT SPOILERS IN THIS REVIEW BUT THERE ARE SOME HINTS AT THE OVERARCHING PLOT DIRECTIONS OF THE NOVEL.
I think this must be one of the better books by the author, although the length of it left me desiring more. The story twists here are a bit more complex and intriguing. Those who enjoy the extended conflict between Darcy and Lizzy as they reassess their own views and opinions will be a bit disappointed, for this period is compressed into the relatively narrow confin...more
I think this must be one of the better books by the author, although the length of it left me desiring more. The story twists here are a bit more complex and intriguing. Those who enjoy the extended conflict between Darcy and Lizzy as they reassess their own views and opinions will be a bit disappointed, for this period is compressed into the relatively narrow confin...more
I can not begin to tell you how much I mentally pace when I know A.R. has another P&P variation coming out. An agony it is, as you say to yourself " It will arrive on such and such a day, but all the while hoping for ten days sooner";D
The book was splendid as they always are and I look forward to rereading it all though the fall season. A.R. is, in my estimation, far and away the best of the variation writers.
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Trapped for three days by a flood, and trapped forever by socie...more
The book was splendid as they always are and I look forward to rereading it all though the fall season. A.R. is, in my estimation, far and away the best of the variation writers.
synopsis from cover
Trapped for three days by a flood, and trapped forever by socie...more
Another fabulous variation by Abigail Reynolds! This is a new favorite Reynolds variation, mainly because it really varied from the original P&P, while still keeping Darcy and Elizabeth true to character, and of course ending up in each others arms (no spoiler there, it would be just wrong if they didn't!)
Beginning with Darcy's second trip from Rosings to visit Elizabeth at the parsonage (first proposal imminent), this variation asks what would happen if Darcy and Elizabeth (and half of Rosi...more
Beginning with Darcy's second trip from Rosings to visit Elizabeth at the parsonage (first proposal imminent), this variation asks what would happen if Darcy and Elizabeth (and half of Rosi...more
Trapped for three days by a flood, and trapped forever by society because of it….
The river isn't the only thing overflowing in Hunsford when a natural disaster forces Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy to work together. The residents of flood-stricken Hunsford, seeking refuge in the parsonage atop the hill, are unaware they are interrupting Darcy's disastrous proposal. Even worse, the flood has washed out the only bride to Rosings Park, stranding Darcy with the woman who has just refused his offer o...more
The river isn't the only thing overflowing in Hunsford when a natural disaster forces Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy to work together. The residents of flood-stricken Hunsford, seeking refuge in the parsonage atop the hill, are unaware they are interrupting Darcy's disastrous proposal. Even worse, the flood has washed out the only bride to Rosings Park, stranding Darcy with the woman who has just refused his offer o...more
There are so many things I love about this novel that I don't know where to begin
It's my favourite Pride and Prejudice Variation by Abigail Raynolds together with "Mr. Darcy's Obsession".
When I started reading it, two days ago, I had three or four other books to finish. So I saied "I'll read it slowly, savouring the story. There's no need to rush to the end, I know that Darcy and Elizabeth will be together".
Once I began, I simply couldn't put it down. I had to go on reading, because the story ta...more
It's my favourite Pride and Prejudice Variation by Abigail Raynolds together with "Mr. Darcy's Obsession".
When I started reading it, two days ago, I had three or four other books to finish. So I saied "I'll read it slowly, savouring the story. There's no need to rush to the end, I know that Darcy and Elizabeth will be together".
Once I began, I simply couldn't put it down. I had to go on reading, because the story ta...more
1.5
MAD ABOUT IT.
I knocked two full stars off of this because the author BROKE UP BINGLEY AND JANE.
Nope. REJECTED. Not necessarily because I can't bear the thought of Jane and Bingley not ending up together, but because the way that she went about it was directly opposite to Jane's character, leaned heavily on creating a way over-idealized version of Colonel Fitzwilliam, and seemed to derive from some sort of resentment the author herself bore towards Mr. Bingley.
1) Jane Bennet would never hold a...more
MAD ABOUT IT.
I knocked two full stars off of this because the author BROKE UP BINGLEY AND JANE.
Nope. REJECTED. Not necessarily because I can't bear the thought of Jane and Bingley not ending up together, but because the way that she went about it was directly opposite to Jane's character, leaned heavily on creating a way over-idealized version of Colonel Fitzwilliam, and seemed to derive from some sort of resentment the author herself bore towards Mr. Bingley.
1) Jane Bennet would never hold a...more
Review ComingAfter reading a good number of Pride and Prejudice variations, I've seen everything from a zombie infested Pemberley to Lizzie and Darcy existing as modern rock stars. So, although interesting, it was no surprise when I read the summary of Mr. Darcy's Refuge by Abigail Reynolds. This time, it's a natural disaster that impedes on their lives, and knowing Reynolds' work like I do, I knew I was in for a great read!
We begin with Darcy traveling to Rosings Park, his initial disastrous pr...more
We begin with Darcy traveling to Rosings Park, his initial disastrous pr...more
Awesome! I was thrilled to hear Abigail Reynolds was releasing a new book, Mr Darcy’s Refuge! As soon as I got it, I started reading it! It was fabulous! This just became one of my favorite of Abigail’s books!
The night of Darcy’s proposal at Hunsford is a stormy night. While he is proposing, the river is rising and washes out the bridge, leaving Darcy and Elizabeth trapped at the parsonage--alone. (What’s better than that? To be trapped with Darcy in a rainstorm...mmm...Need I say more?) Elizab...more
The night of Darcy’s proposal at Hunsford is a stormy night. While he is proposing, the river is rising and washes out the bridge, leaving Darcy and Elizabeth trapped at the parsonage--alone. (What’s better than that? To be trapped with Darcy in a rainstorm...mmm...Need I say more?) Elizab...more
Sep 06, 2012
Jennifer
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
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When it comes to Pride and Prejudice Variations, I love Abigail Reynolds and she did not disappoint. Pride and Prejudice gives us so much rich 'what if?' scenarios that, in the hands of the right author, can really make for an interesting story.
This time around, when Darcy comes to Hunsford Parish to propose (the infamous proposal scene), its at the beginning of a seeming monsoon (granted, the UK don't generally get monsoons but I think you know what I mean) which results in Darcy, Elizabeth an...more
This time around, when Darcy comes to Hunsford Parish to propose (the infamous proposal scene), its at the beginning of a seeming monsoon (granted, the UK don't generally get monsoons but I think you know what I mean) which results in Darcy, Elizabeth an...more
I love all Abigail Reynolds' books. This one is no exception. The plot is quite enchanting and we get new version of old characters - thank god for a different Mr. Bennet, even if his "strength" is misplaced and for the wrong reasons. Colonel Fitzwilliam and a new voice (a good one) and Mr. Bingley has what was is due (I think!). It has one of the author's most suffering couples: Mr. Darcy does suffer, poor thing! And, it has one of the most enchanting, romantic reunion scene at Pemberley. Well...more
I can't say I didn't enjoy reading this book, it was amusing and had an easy style that made me not want to put it down. It also was different enough not to be boring, although the flood takes up only a small percentage of the book, but it kept you guessing about how certain parts of the story would end.
The reason that I rated it as only OK, was that the characters seemed to me to be too far from the originals... a comparison that has to be made when a book is sold as a variation, though they wo...more
The reason that I rated it as only OK, was that the characters seemed to me to be too far from the originals... a comparison that has to be made when a book is sold as a variation, though they wo...more
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When I started this novel, especially with it being both an Abigail Reynolds work and after reading the synopsis, I was excepting something completely different. I figured the story would almost consist entirely about them being trapped by the flood, what they did to pass the time, and then the brief fallout from that situation. I was not expecting the level of drama this story brought! I found it very refreshing and entertaining! I couldn't believe Mr. Bennet's actions, but found them explained...more
It’s been a while since I read a Pride and Prejudice spin-off; I immensely enjoy reading new versions of the story between my joint favourite romantic couple, Elizabeth and Darcy. I had read about Mr Darcy’s Refuge on Twitter – several of the authors I follow were promoting it’s release – it looked like a good read so I downloaded it to my Kindle and away I went.
Mr Darcy’s Refuge plays on the idea that while Mr Darcy is proposing to an unrecipient Elizabeth Bennet at Hunsford Parsonage, a flood...more
Mr Darcy’s Refuge plays on the idea that while Mr Darcy is proposing to an unrecipient Elizabeth Bennet at Hunsford Parsonage, a flood...more
Originally published on The Librarian Next Door:
In her latest Pride and Prejudice variation, Abigail Reynolds imagines a scenario in which Lizzie and Mr. Darcy are forced together by circumstance and thus their fate is taken out of their hands. When Mr. Darcy visits the Hunsford parsonage with the intent of proposing to Miss Elizabeth Bennett, he never imagines that the wild, torrential rains will strand him there as a local river floods, cutting off all access to Rosings Park. Unfortunately for...more
Interesting version of Pride & Prejudice.. there is a storm over Kent and its more than just Elizabeth rejecting Darcy's marriage proposal. The storm causes flooding that sends 30 people to the cottage Elizabeth is staying at, keeping Darcy there over night as well while Mr & Mrs Collins are stuck at Rosings. Elizabeth starts to see the man who Darcy really is - taking his responsibilities seriously and even realize that she is attracted to him or rather that her body responds to his pre...more
Once again, I am a sucker for P&P and its variations and Abigail Reynolds is the master of them. In this version Darcy heads out to the parsonage on his last night at Rosings Park to propose to Elizabeth when a storm strands them, throwing them together and causing Elizabeth to reflect on her original opinion. I won't disclose more than that in the plot. This one is more tame than some of the author's other versions in terms of Darcy and Elizabeth and there are different and interesting outc...more
This is another of Abigail Reynolds what if scenarios on Pride and Prejudice. The book begins as Darcy is about to go to the parsonage at Hunsford to make his ill-fated proposal, but the difference is that it's been raining very heavily and the river bursts its banks while Darcy is there, before Elizabeth properly has a chance to reply. The village is flooded and Elizabeth and Darcy are stuck for days together in the parsonage with stranded villagers to look out for. Thus they are forced to spen...more
Absolute drivel. I've read her other Pemverley variations and enjoyed most of them, this, however, is a different beast. While in fan fiction, there is always room for willing suspension of disbelief regarding character behavior, it seems in some cases there is almost no resemblance to the original characters at all in this book. Rational behavior seems to fly out the window in characters that were defined by it in the original novel. I love P&P fan fiction and I can say that this was a wast...more
I haven't even gotten to the half way point before I got sick of this. For one, Darcy is an REALLY terrible personality wise in this, not just shy or awkward or proud! He's ACTUALLY really mean to Elizabeth and it's hard to read and enjoy. And Colonel Fitzwilliam is also suddenly really into Elizabeth, but also uses her to try and make a point to Darcy????? I JUST. THIS IS TERRIBLE. also it's set at Rosings which means far too much Lady Catherine/Mr Collins for my tastes.
Mr. Darcy's Refuge: A Pride & Prejudice Variation. 3 1/2 Stars.
I really love Ms. Reynolds P & P variations. It is so wonderful to get inside Mr. Darcy's head and to see his passion for Elizabeth.
She's not for Austen purists so be warned. Her Darcy and Elizabeth are madly in love and express their ardor for one another.
Her Darcy's are definately swoon-worthy.
I really love Ms. Reynolds P & P variations. It is so wonderful to get inside Mr. Darcy's head and to see his passion for Elizabeth.
She's not for Austen purists so be warned. Her Darcy and Elizabeth are madly in love and express their ardor for one another.
Her Darcy's are definately swoon-worthy.
At some point I will reach saturation point with bad P & p sequels but I'm not there yet and Abigail Reynolds are some of my favourites. Mr Bennet is ridiculously OOC in this book which makes a change as he is normally one of the characters left alone but it did make it different from the other variations.
For the next two weeks, Reynolds will be donating half of the royalties from sales of this book to the Red Cross to help with Hurricane Sandy relief efforts. If any of my Janeite friends are remotely interested in this book, please buy it if you can; some areas could really use the help! :(
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This is now my favorite among Abigail Reynolds work. I found it very hard to put down and stayed up half the night to read, like most of her other vatiations. A must read!!
I am afriad to give away the story so I will not elabrate on what I liked on the story
I am afriad to give away the story so I will not elabrate on what I liked on the story
I have read several of her variations and this one is hands down my favorite. I have always enjoyed her light variations but I felt her ability to weave a story that stands on it own shown through better in this variation.
Another winner! Better than Mr. Darcy's Letter and Mr. Darcy's Obession, but still not quite as good as Impulse and Initiative or Force of Instinct. Actually, it might have been, but it seemed to end abruptly.
This book was a fun, quick read. It explored the characters of Elizabeth and Darcy to an enjoyable extent. The plot was fast-paced and kept the pages of the book turning. While a good read, I must admit the language used by Ms Reynolds was more modern and seemingly less genuine than Austen.
I Love this variation as well as all her others! It supposes Mr. Bennett finally steps up to the plate - but he is so unreasonable. It plays out very nicely! I had tears running down my face as Elizabeth runs to Darcy! So good and so worht ordering it early! :o)
Loved this what if take on my favorite literary couple! Fast read and enjoyable!
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Abigail Reynolds has spent the last fifty years asking herself what she wants to be when she grows up. This month she is a writer, a mother and a physician in a part-time private practice. Next month is anybody’s guess. Originally from upstate New York, she indecisively studied Russian, theater, and marine biology before deciding to attend medical school, a choice which allowed her to avoid any de...more
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