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Angel of Waterloo: Jane Bennet, War Nurse: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Novel
When Charles Bingley takes up his brother's regimental appointment and goes across the channel to face Napoleon, Jane Bennet is faced with a choice... stay in Hertfordshire while her sisters court the Meryton regiment, or follow her heart to Brussels.
When Jane's letters stop coming, Elizabeth Bennet is determined to find her sister, no matter the cost. Mr. Darcy, concerned about his friend Charles Bingley's sudden silence is also planning a trip across the channel and the two are thrust together in an uneasy alliance to discover the truth behind Jane and Bingley's ominous silence.
Angel of Waterloo is a standalone Pride and Prejudice variation and is a clean, thrilling romance suitable for all lovers of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.
When Jane's letters stop coming, Elizabeth Bennet is determined to find her sister, no matter the cost. Mr. Darcy, concerned about his friend Charles Bingley's sudden silence is also planning a trip across the channel and the two are thrust together in an uneasy alliance to discover the truth behind Jane and Bingley's ominous silence.
Angel of Waterloo is a standalone Pride and Prejudice variation and is a clean, thrilling romance suitable for all lovers of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice.
220 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 3, 2017
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Emma Osborne
7 books3 followersEmma Osborne is a lover of historical fiction, exotic tea, and cats.
Her current (and evergreen) historical obsessions include ancient Rome, Egypt and Regency/Georgian England.
Her current (and evergreen) historical obsessions include ancient Rome, Egypt and Regency/Georgian England.
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January 3, 2018
Oho, was this one startling! Yes, I read the title and subtitle, but I still managed to be shocked that the strongest, most likeable characters who had much of the limelight were Charles Bingley and Jane Bennet. The Napoleonic War serves as backdrop as does deeper history of the Bingley family.
From the beginning pages, I fell in love with this new version of Charles Bingley. He's still very much a beta hero, but this Charles has depth and sensibility along with being a sensible man who would like the support of his family and friends, but is not governed by that need. He suffers the true pain of family loss, but also with the knowledge that he was always second best in his father's eyes to an older, heroic military brother. Though his father is dead, Charles is driven to prove himself. My heart ached for this tender man and I was pleased when he found his Jane.
Now, Jane- oh this Jane is a match for this Charles. She is all of her sweet, compassionate, and lovely self, but there is so much more. She has dignity and strength, determination and endurance. In truth, she is an amazing heroine who outshone Elizabeth and everyone else. What a refreshing take on her character.
The rest of the characters were just as interesting and written quite differently. This story captures and generally amplifies some unpleasant traits in most of the other characters. In most other stories, we are told Caroline is petulant and social climbing, but in this one, she truly is a heavily emotional and strong-willed woman who storms through her life in high alt all the time. She reminds me of a Marianne Dashwood's darker twin if she had one. This Darcy is not just said to be arrogant, but truly is. The kindest thing about him is that he truly cares for Charles and I think some of his actions and words are misunderstood. That said, most of his words and actions are understood just fine. It takes some getting used to, but yet, I really could see it. He's Darcy, but a Darcy that isn't misunderstood- a Darcy who has a long ways to go before he is worthy of a superior woman's love. And this version of Lizzy? Well... she's lovely, spirited, good-natured, by oh so impulsive.
The plot has some good strong bones and I loved it overall. It's a new take and turns the original on its ear. However, several times, historical authenticity was sacrificed. There are a pile of little errs along with large ones that I found distracting, but not a deal breaker. The final scenes with Elizabeth dashing off to do her thing, while making for exciting reading, and was improbable at best. The end was rushed and left me disappointed. I wanted more when Charles and Jane finally got their reunion and declaration. There are loose plot threads left open and unanswered. Dare I say even a minor cliff-hanger story? I'm giving this one the benefit of the doubt that there is a second part coming which might improve my opinion of this disappointing ending.
So, in summary, this one was a shock to the senses though still a moderately engaging story. It will probably not be for everyone particularly those who will struggle to see Darcy and Lizzy in the secondary character not so shining characters' role and will also not be for those who don't like their variations to strike so wide of the mark. Probably works best if its treated as Regency war romance as much as a variation on a classic.
From the beginning pages, I fell in love with this new version of Charles Bingley. He's still very much a beta hero, but this Charles has depth and sensibility along with being a sensible man who would like the support of his family and friends, but is not governed by that need. He suffers the true pain of family loss, but also with the knowledge that he was always second best in his father's eyes to an older, heroic military brother. Though his father is dead, Charles is driven to prove himself. My heart ached for this tender man and I was pleased when he found his Jane.
Now, Jane- oh this Jane is a match for this Charles. She is all of her sweet, compassionate, and lovely self, but there is so much more. She has dignity and strength, determination and endurance. In truth, she is an amazing heroine who outshone Elizabeth and everyone else. What a refreshing take on her character.
The rest of the characters were just as interesting and written quite differently. This story captures and generally amplifies some unpleasant traits in most of the other characters. In most other stories, we are told Caroline is petulant and social climbing, but in this one, she truly is a heavily emotional and strong-willed woman who storms through her life in high alt all the time. She reminds me of a Marianne Dashwood's darker twin if she had one. This Darcy is not just said to be arrogant, but truly is. The kindest thing about him is that he truly cares for Charles and I think some of his actions and words are misunderstood. That said, most of his words and actions are understood just fine. It takes some getting used to, but yet, I really could see it. He's Darcy, but a Darcy that isn't misunderstood- a Darcy who has a long ways to go before he is worthy of a superior woman's love. And this version of Lizzy? Well... she's lovely, spirited, good-natured, by oh so impulsive.
The plot has some good strong bones and I loved it overall. It's a new take and turns the original on its ear. However, several times, historical authenticity was sacrificed. There are a pile of little errs along with large ones that I found distracting, but not a deal breaker. The final scenes with Elizabeth dashing off to do her thing, while making for exciting reading, and was improbable at best. The end was rushed and left me disappointed. I wanted more when Charles and Jane finally got their reunion and declaration. There are loose plot threads left open and unanswered. Dare I say even a minor cliff-hanger story? I'm giving this one the benefit of the doubt that there is a second part coming which might improve my opinion of this disappointing ending.
So, in summary, this one was a shock to the senses though still a moderately engaging story. It will probably not be for everyone particularly those who will struggle to see Darcy and Lizzy in the secondary character not so shining characters' role and will also not be for those who don't like their variations to strike so wide of the mark. Probably works best if its treated as Regency war romance as much as a variation on a classic.
December 29, 2017
This book was very disappointing. It (or rather the premise) had great potential but it failed to meet expectations. As another review on Amazon stated the author did not even research the customs of the day nor the history of the period. She has Elizabeth serving tea when she and Jane are invited to Longbourn by the Bingley sisters...just one example.
Darcy is just an out-and-out ass. He never gets over the disdain he has for those below his class in society and he basically abandons Jane, Elizabeth and her chaperone after the Battle of Waterloo...although he does leave money for their return to London. He and Elizabeth, traveling with a chaperone to the battlefield rarely speak to each other. Darcy appears to be unwilling to support Charles Bingley in his desires to 1.) take up his brother's commission and 2.) to pursue his attraction to Jane Bingley after leasing Netherfield and meeting her at the assembly.
The book also ends with a cliffhanger. Oh, Jane and Bingley meet again in the end but Elizabeth is left hating Darcy and we don't hear about Darcy after he escorts a wounded Bingley back to England.
In this story Charles is a younger brother but becomes the heir when 1.) his father dies and 2.) his older brother, George, dies on the battlefield fighting Napoleon. Charles is offered a chance to take up his brother's commission, which he does in a effort to bring honor to the Bingley family name.
I cannot recommend this story. It does not follow canon except for the leasing of Netherfield and the assembly dance and Jane & Charles falling in love. I searched Amazon for a sequel but found none.
Darcy is just an out-and-out ass. He never gets over the disdain he has for those below his class in society and he basically abandons Jane, Elizabeth and her chaperone after the Battle of Waterloo...although he does leave money for their return to London. He and Elizabeth, traveling with a chaperone to the battlefield rarely speak to each other. Darcy appears to be unwilling to support Charles Bingley in his desires to 1.) take up his brother's commission and 2.) to pursue his attraction to Jane Bingley after leasing Netherfield and meeting her at the assembly.
The book also ends with a cliffhanger. Oh, Jane and Bingley meet again in the end but Elizabeth is left hating Darcy and we don't hear about Darcy after he escorts a wounded Bingley back to England.
In this story Charles is a younger brother but becomes the heir when 1.) his father dies and 2.) his older brother, George, dies on the battlefield fighting Napoleon. Charles is offered a chance to take up his brother's commission, which he does in a effort to bring honor to the Bingley family name.
I cannot recommend this story. It does not follow canon except for the leasing of Netherfield and the assembly dance and Jane & Charles falling in love. I searched Amazon for a sequel but found none.
May 3, 2018
Charles Bingleys' elder brother has died in battle and Charles is determined to prove himself worthy so he decides to take up his brothers' commission. While learning the trade of officer he stays at Netherfield and meets Jane Bennet. As always there are consequences to any action.
I like this Jane Bennet, not such a bland, docile character as in canon. Darcy is just a more extreme version of his normal self.
There are a couple of errors in the book that could easily be removed, but overall a 3 star rating is deserved.
I like this Jane Bennet, not such a bland, docile character as in canon. Darcy is just a more extreme version of his normal self.
There are a couple of errors in the book that could easily be removed, but overall a 3 star rating is deserved.
November 18, 2017
I am overwhelmed
I can't believe that the story ends with Mr. Darcy being a jerk. He and Miss Bingley make a perfect couple in this variation. Well written and I am so happy to read that Jane is the strong personality yet still her sweet genital self. I wasn't ready for the story to end.
I can't believe that the story ends with Mr. Darcy being a jerk. He and Miss Bingley make a perfect couple in this variation. Well written and I am so happy to read that Jane is the strong personality yet still her sweet genital self. I wasn't ready for the story to end.
February 21, 2018
Paints An Unexpected Portrait of Jane
As noted in the afterward, Angel of Waterloo is from the pen of an emerging romance author. And true to her billing, Me Osbourne offers us a tasty but of romance, but one where Jane Bennet and Charles Bingley take centerstage. There will be those who will object to the consignment of Darcy to the sidelines to flower in unreconstructed disapproval at the emerging lovestory. Unfortunately, Osbourne leads us to believe that We can expect another love match...perhaps one that comes as the first two are finally joined. This and other list narrative opportunities detract. Likewise, vocabulary (Canon does not equal cannon), anachronistic moments (Reddington, Bingley's friend, could not have been the son of a railroad magnate in 1815 because Railroads did not appear until the 1820s), and proofing problems jumped up often enough to distract the reader. However, overlook these to enjoy a good story.
As noted in the afterward, Angel of Waterloo is from the pen of an emerging romance author. And true to her billing, Me Osbourne offers us a tasty but of romance, but one where Jane Bennet and Charles Bingley take centerstage. There will be those who will object to the consignment of Darcy to the sidelines to flower in unreconstructed disapproval at the emerging lovestory. Unfortunately, Osbourne leads us to believe that We can expect another love match...perhaps one that comes as the first two are finally joined. This and other list narrative opportunities detract. Likewise, vocabulary (Canon does not equal cannon), anachronistic moments (Reddington, Bingley's friend, could not have been the son of a railroad magnate in 1815 because Railroads did not appear until the 1820s), and proofing problems jumped up often enough to distract the reader. However, overlook these to enjoy a good story.
September 16, 2018
Started off well but ended poorly
I love Jane Bennet being more then just a pretty face. There was no Darcy/Elizabeth story. I didn’t like Elizabeth in this story as she isn’t anything like her usual character. It also ended without any real closure. Would not recommend
I love Jane Bennet being more then just a pretty face. There was no Darcy/Elizabeth story. I didn’t like Elizabeth in this story as she isn’t anything like her usual character. It also ended without any real closure. Would not recommend
July 23, 2020
Excellent read
I completely enjoyed this book
I recommend it anyone that enjoys pride and prejudice variation books
Great for any age
I completely enjoyed this book
I recommend it anyone that enjoys pride and prejudice variation books
Great for any age
November 20, 2017
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