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Pride and Prejudice and a Shakespearean Scholar
A Pride and Prejudice Vagary
Unless one knows the value of loyalty, he cannot appreciate the cost of betrayal.
What if Darcy and Elizabeth met weeks before the Meryton assembly? What if there is no barely “tolerable” remark to have Elizabeth rejecting Mr. Darcy’s affections, but rather a dip in a cold creek that sets her against him? What if Mr. Bennet is a renown Shakespearean scholar who encourages Darcy to act the role of Petruchio from Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” to bring Elizabeth’s Katherina persona to the line?
ELIZABETH BENNET’s pride has her learning a difficult lesson: Loyalty is hard to find, and trust is easy to lose. Even after they share a passionate kiss outside the Meryton assembly hall and are forced to marry, Elizabeth cannot forget the indignity she experienced at the hands of Fitzwilliam Darcy. Although she despises his high-handedness, Elizabeth appreciates the protection he provides her in their marriage. But can she set her prejudice aside long enough to know a great love?
FITZWILLIAM DARCY places only two demands on his new wife: her loyalty and her trust, but when she invites his worst enemy to Darcy House, he has no choice but to turn her out. Trusting her had been his decision, but proving his choice the right one before she destroys two hearts meant to be together must be hers, and Darcy is not certain Elizabeth is up to the task.
Unless one knows the value of loyalty, he cannot appreciate the cost of betrayal.
What if Darcy and Elizabeth met weeks before the Meryton assembly? What if there is no barely “tolerable” remark to have Elizabeth rejecting Mr. Darcy’s affections, but rather a dip in a cold creek that sets her against him? What if Mr. Bennet is a renown Shakespearean scholar who encourages Darcy to act the role of Petruchio from Shakespeare’s “The Taming of the Shrew” to bring Elizabeth’s Katherina persona to the line?
ELIZABETH BENNET’s pride has her learning a difficult lesson: Loyalty is hard to find, and trust is easy to lose. Even after they share a passionate kiss outside the Meryton assembly hall and are forced to marry, Elizabeth cannot forget the indignity she experienced at the hands of Fitzwilliam Darcy. Although she despises his high-handedness, Elizabeth appreciates the protection he provides her in their marriage. But can she set her prejudice aside long enough to know a great love?
FITZWILLIAM DARCY places only two demands on his new wife: her loyalty and her trust, but when she invites his worst enemy to Darcy House, he has no choice but to turn her out. Trusting her had been his decision, but proving his choice the right one before she destroys two hearts meant to be together must be hers, and Darcy is not certain Elizabeth is up to the task.
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First published December 15, 2017
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Regina Jeffers
130 books705 followersRegina Jeffers, an award-winning author of historical cozy mysteries, Austenesque sequels and retellings, as well as Regency era romances, has worn many hats over her lifetime: daughter, student, military brat, wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, tax preparer, journalist, choreographer, Broadway dancer, theatre director, history buff, grant writer, media literacy consultant, and author. Living outside of Charlotte, NC, Jeffers writes novels that take the ordinary and adds a bit of mayhem, while mastering tension in her own life with a bit of gardening and the exuberance of her “grand joys.”
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January 28, 2021
4.5 rounded up to 5 stars
If you accept the author's version of Elizabeth and Darcy's characters, I think you'll really love it. I do have the following warning, though.
Jane Austen's Elizabeth is light and lively, and her insults are couched in such pretty language that the recipient can't even be certain he/she is actually BEING insulted. Ms. Jeffers' Elizabeth in this book is impulsive and feisty, and subtlety is far from being our heroine's forte. Darcy is under no illusion that she likes him, as her Katherina-type comments are clearly insulting!
As for Darcy, he isn't shown to hang around the fringes of society the way he usually does. Although his family members make a comment a two that implies he's been known to do so, I don't note that in the pages of this book. While he's definitely not as outgoing and uninhibited as Petruchio, this character seems much more engaging than the usual Darcy. He does not make a bad impression on the denizens of Meryton.
He definitely makes a bad one on Elizabeth, though! She has a knee-jerk negative reaction to him, and they're off exchanging Katherina and Petruchio quotes at their very first meeting, long before Mr. Bennet's suggestion that Darcy take Shakespeare's approach with his fiery daughter. The back and forth between the two protagonists is wonderfully done.
It's clear these two are well matched from the beginning, and Darcy doesn't fight too hard against his attraction to this country spitfire. But there's a lovely tension within Elizabeth, who is strongly drawn to Darcy physically while truly believing that he's too smug and obnoxious and that she doesn't want anything to do with him. Their shared physical attraction leads to a passionate kiss in front of witnesses. Now Elizabeth is stuck having to marry the guy!
As if the two don't have enough problems just working out their basic relationship issues, that dastardly Wickham pops up to make trouble. He's like that dog poo you stepped in that you can't completely get off the sole of your foot, no matter how hard you try. Colonel Fitzwilliam is around to keep him in line, but will that be enough? Both Elizabeth and Darcy make mistakes in handling Wickham's appearance in their lives, leading to estrangement between them. Darcy believes that Elizabeth has betrayed his trust, but he never really shows any trust for her, either.
I love both Lord and Lady Matlock here! Lady Catherine is her usual pain-in-the-butt self, as are Caroline Bingley and Lydia. Sometimes Elizabeth doesn't seem as intelligent as she ought to be, but I've known some really smart people who do NOT think things through clearly at times of high emotion. Elizabeth proves herself to be one of those. So does Darcy, for that matter.
Don't worry that Darcy will employ the abusive methods Petruchio uses on Katherina after marriage. Darcy makes his expectations clear and he never mistreats Elizabeth, although he does misjudge her and acts accordingly. (No more than she misjudges and acts.) While there are scenes that are technically "in the bedroom," there are no intimate details described beyond conversation and kissing. I consider it a very clean read.
And a really good one!
If you accept the author's version of Elizabeth and Darcy's characters, I think you'll really love it. I do have the following warning, though.
Jane Austen's Elizabeth is light and lively, and her insults are couched in such pretty language that the recipient can't even be certain he/she is actually BEING insulted. Ms. Jeffers' Elizabeth in this book is impulsive and feisty, and subtlety is far from being our heroine's forte. Darcy is under no illusion that she likes him, as her Katherina-type comments are clearly insulting!
As for Darcy, he isn't shown to hang around the fringes of society the way he usually does. Although his family members make a comment a two that implies he's been known to do so, I don't note that in the pages of this book. While he's definitely not as outgoing and uninhibited as Petruchio, this character seems much more engaging than the usual Darcy. He does not make a bad impression on the denizens of Meryton.
He definitely makes a bad one on Elizabeth, though! She has a knee-jerk negative reaction to him, and they're off exchanging Katherina and Petruchio quotes at their very first meeting, long before Mr. Bennet's suggestion that Darcy take Shakespeare's approach with his fiery daughter. The back and forth between the two protagonists is wonderfully done.
It's clear these two are well matched from the beginning, and Darcy doesn't fight too hard against his attraction to this country spitfire. But there's a lovely tension within Elizabeth, who is strongly drawn to Darcy physically while truly believing that he's too smug and obnoxious and that she doesn't want anything to do with him. Their shared physical attraction leads to a passionate kiss in front of witnesses. Now Elizabeth is stuck having to marry the guy!
As if the two don't have enough problems just working out their basic relationship issues, that dastardly Wickham pops up to make trouble. He's like that dog poo you stepped in that you can't completely get off the sole of your foot, no matter how hard you try. Colonel Fitzwilliam is around to keep him in line, but will that be enough? Both Elizabeth and Darcy make mistakes in handling Wickham's appearance in their lives, leading to estrangement between them. Darcy believes that Elizabeth has betrayed his trust, but he never really shows any trust for her, either.
I love both Lord and Lady Matlock here! Lady Catherine is her usual pain-in-the-butt self, as are Caroline Bingley and Lydia. Sometimes Elizabeth doesn't seem as intelligent as she ought to be, but I've known some really smart people who do NOT think things through clearly at times of high emotion. Elizabeth proves herself to be one of those. So does Darcy, for that matter.
Don't worry that Darcy will employ the abusive methods Petruchio uses on Katherina after marriage. Darcy makes his expectations clear and he never mistreats Elizabeth, although he does misjudge her and acts accordingly. (No more than she misjudges and acts.) While there are scenes that are technically "in the bedroom," there are no intimate details described beyond conversation and kissing. I consider it a very clean read.
And a really good one!
January 21, 2018
Dear Reader,
He knew when he met her that life would never again be boring!A quick witted, intelligent and forward country lass that took no prisoners,one who seemed to speak to his soul,one he unfailingly admitted to being deeply attracted to!
She thought him an aggravating,handsome and clever gent,one determined to verbally spar with her at every given opportunity, one who irritated her very last nerve!!
When circumstances take an unexpected turn, leaving them no choice but to marry, one accepts their fate with the instinctive knowledge that theirs,given ample time and encouragement,could be a union of shared hearts,desires and dreams,while the other wails against Fate's untimely hand.
Adding the nefarious Wickham into the mix, not forgetting the acerbic and verbally scathing Lady Catherine,will ODC come to a proper mutual understanding thus allowing the tendrils of love,respect and esteem to grow? Or will they remain forever in the No Man's Land overshadowed by Wickham and his poisonous presence?
Dear Reader,I really enjoyed this story and particularly loved the verbal exchanges between ODC. Highly recommended to all lovers of JAFF!
He knew when he met her that life would never again be boring!A quick witted, intelligent and forward country lass that took no prisoners,one who seemed to speak to his soul,one he unfailingly admitted to being deeply attracted to!
She thought him an aggravating,handsome and clever gent,one determined to verbally spar with her at every given opportunity, one who irritated her very last nerve!!
When circumstances take an unexpected turn, leaving them no choice but to marry, one accepts their fate with the instinctive knowledge that theirs,given ample time and encouragement,could be a union of shared hearts,desires and dreams,while the other wails against Fate's untimely hand.
Adding the nefarious Wickham into the mix, not forgetting the acerbic and verbally scathing Lady Catherine,will ODC come to a proper mutual understanding thus allowing the tendrils of love,respect and esteem to grow? Or will they remain forever in the No Man's Land overshadowed by Wickham and his poisonous presence?
Dear Reader,I really enjoyed this story and particularly loved the verbal exchanges between ODC. Highly recommended to all lovers of JAFF!
February 13, 2018
I enjoy this author's books and have read many but not all. Some are outside of the JAFF sub-genre. This was certainly entertaining. One does not have to be familiar with Shakespeare's works but it would certainly help a good deal. The Taming of the Shrew is one which comes up and is mentioned as a reflection of the relationship between Darcy and Elizabeth.
A marriage due to compromise (FMS) is one of my favorite premises in the JAFF world. And this one has more that just a few bumps. Darcy has not shared his complete history concerning Wickham with Elizabeth although she has been witness to his views concerning any contact with the man. And so it is that a dramatic situation occurs; one which could have been prevented IF only the lines of communication were fully opened between them.
I found Elizabeth's solution to "her punishment" to be clever. She knows the risks but she is willing to gamble all. She really has hit bottom and has nothing to lose when we reach this point in the story.
I did not find that this Elizabeth was as totally shrewish as Kate in Shakespeare's tale. She does have her moments of stubbornness but there are also times when, with explanations and discussions, she is willing to concede a point or agree to a course of action. Darcy's reaction to her "disloyalty" is over-the-edge. He allows for no motive but that she has not respected his position and that it is due to the fact that she does not love him. Even Mr. Bennet sides with Darcy.
The most hurtful part is that all of society knows his decision; she is an outcast and he is out-of-reach. This was a book which was difficult to put down. I recommend this to other JAFF lovers.
A marriage due to compromise (FMS) is one of my favorite premises in the JAFF world. And this one has more that just a few bumps. Darcy has not shared his complete history concerning Wickham with Elizabeth although she has been witness to his views concerning any contact with the man. And so it is that a dramatic situation occurs; one which could have been prevented IF only the lines of communication were fully opened between them.
I found Elizabeth's solution to "her punishment" to be clever. She knows the risks but she is willing to gamble all. She really has hit bottom and has nothing to lose when we reach this point in the story.
I did not find that this Elizabeth was as totally shrewish as Kate in Shakespeare's tale. She does have her moments of stubbornness but there are also times when, with explanations and discussions, she is willing to concede a point or agree to a course of action. Darcy's reaction to her "disloyalty" is over-the-edge. He allows for no motive but that she has not respected his position and that it is due to the fact that she does not love him. Even Mr. Bennet sides with Darcy.
The most hurtful part is that all of society knows his decision; she is an outcast and he is out-of-reach. This was a book which was difficult to put down. I recommend this to other JAFF lovers.
February 13, 2021
Loved it. Lots of sigh-worthy moments during the first half of the book with the second half bringing more conflicts.
Reread: Loved it still!
Reread: Loved it still!
September 8, 2021
A Very Diverting Darcy
As this book has been published for quite some time and many other reviews have already provided very good summary descriptions of this very novel read, I’ll skip all that and leave you to those wonderful reviews and just mention what I loved about this book.
I found Darcy’s portrayal absolutely diverting! His first and subsequent encounters with Elizabeth expressed a rakish personality, so out of character for what we usually read of him. I rather liked it quite a lot! He was very forward and unusually verbal in his early acquaintance with all the Bennets, especially Elizabeth. The dinner at Longbourn featuring an especially pointed fork had me laughing out loud. After their compromise and forced marriage, Darcy taking on the role of a Petruccio at Mr. Bennet’s suggestion was appropriate in dealing with this shrewish Elizabeth.
Of course there is Wickham, who is quite the liar in this story, even adding to the usual “living” scenario. This time, he almost succeeds in destroying ODC’s marriage. For once, Elizabeth’s obstinacy proves a good thing, and the marriage survives. I was also thankful for Ms. Jeffers’ no-Wickham solution for Lydia.
I loved the dialogue which flowed from page to page, without a cumbersome amount of narration or filler. Even with some of his usual indolent ways apparent, I liked this Mr. Bennet very much.
This is definitely not your usual Darcy and Elizabeth, but if you can accept that, you will love this book. I certainly did and highly recommend it.
As this book has been published for quite some time and many other reviews have already provided very good summary descriptions of this very novel read, I’ll skip all that and leave you to those wonderful reviews and just mention what I loved about this book.
I found Darcy’s portrayal absolutely diverting! His first and subsequent encounters with Elizabeth expressed a rakish personality, so out of character for what we usually read of him. I rather liked it quite a lot! He was very forward and unusually verbal in his early acquaintance with all the Bennets, especially Elizabeth. The dinner at Longbourn featuring an especially pointed fork had me laughing out loud. After their compromise and forced marriage, Darcy taking on the role of a Petruccio at Mr. Bennet’s suggestion was appropriate in dealing with this shrewish Elizabeth.
Of course there is Wickham, who is quite the liar in this story, even adding to the usual “living” scenario. This time, he almost succeeds in destroying ODC’s marriage. For once, Elizabeth’s obstinacy proves a good thing, and the marriage survives. I was also thankful for Ms. Jeffers’ no-Wickham solution for Lydia.
I loved the dialogue which flowed from page to page, without a cumbersome amount of narration or filler. Even with some of his usual indolent ways apparent, I liked this Mr. Bennet very much.
This is definitely not your usual Darcy and Elizabeth, but if you can accept that, you will love this book. I certainly did and highly recommend it.
September 13, 2023
This story is in the 'marriage of convenience' genre.
So Darcy hasn't come to his epiphany that he is an arrogant jerk and must change, yet. But this is the normal Lizzy but with all of her personality traits magnified immensely. Her memory is amazing which makes her seem very intelligent but she isn't. She jumps to the wrong conclusions constantly. She is as stubborn as a rock. She has uncontrolled anger constantly. She befriends Wickham instantly. She won't listen to any advice from her papa or aunt Gardiner. She seems incapable to learn from experience.
After the Lizzy and Darcy marriage Lizzy acts like she dislikes and has no respect for Darcy. Worse, Wickham follows her to town and fools Lizzy into ruining her and the Darcy name in town. And she she still will deny her folly.
So this is a pretty original story premise. Darcy seems like a pretty normal Darcy but this is the most extreme Lizzy. Given the above characters we know pretty quickly this is going to be a heck of a ride. The story is well written and flows well. A good read.
So Darcy hasn't come to his epiphany that he is an arrogant jerk and must change, yet. But this is the normal Lizzy but with all of her personality traits magnified immensely. Her memory is amazing which makes her seem very intelligent but she isn't. She jumps to the wrong conclusions constantly. She is as stubborn as a rock. She has uncontrolled anger constantly. She befriends Wickham instantly. She won't listen to any advice from her papa or aunt Gardiner. She seems incapable to learn from experience.
After the Lizzy and Darcy marriage Lizzy acts like she dislikes and has no respect for Darcy. Worse, Wickham follows her to town and fools Lizzy into ruining her and the Darcy name in town. And she she still will deny her folly.
So this is a pretty original story premise. Darcy seems like a pretty normal Darcy but this is the most extreme Lizzy. Given the above characters we know pretty quickly this is going to be a heck of a ride. The story is well written and flows well. A good read.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 19, 2017
Better a witty fool than a foolish wit. ~ William Shakespeare
My ideal Elizabeth is always a non-foolish wit – able to level a deserved insult with a smile and such a gentle manner the insultee is not always sure (s)he has been insulted.
In this story, Elizabeth approaches the Bard’s foolish wit status. Her opening salvo with Darcy is filled with quotes from several of Shakespeare’s plays. She obviously has a strong literary education but she competes with Katherina the Shrew when she draws down on Darcy.
Darcy also was not my ideal Darcy: he seemed to search for an identity. In the beginning, he could have been Petruchio toying with Katherina, trading quote for quote with Elizabeth; following her instructions to the letter, even to dropping her in a cold stream when she demanded he put her down at once – a very amusing, fun-loving Darcy.
The course of true love never did run smooth. ~ William Shakespeare
For all their bickering, our dear couple has a strong attraction for each other. They are caught in a moment of passion and must marry.
Darcy had avoided a decision on marrying Elizabeth but is contented when the decision is taken from them by their passions. Elizabeth is not contented. Her father, the scholar of all things Shakespeare, reminds Darcy of Petruchio’s success with Katherina. The stage is set.
Marriage takes place with no mention of the Darcy family history with Wickham who has played on Elizabeth’s sympathies. In her ignorance, Elizabeth falls into Wickham’s trap.
Ignorance is the curse of God; knowledge is the wing wherewith we fly to heaven. ~ William Shakespeare
Darcy begins the story as the teasing joker, becomes the passionate lover and transitions into an avenging angel. His punishment for Elizabeth’s mistake is severe and permanent. Will his passions lead to reconciliation?
I liked this well-told story but I could not love it.
Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind, And therefore is winged Cupid painted blind. ~ William Shakespeare
My ideal Elizabeth is always a non-foolish wit – able to level a deserved insult with a smile and such a gentle manner the insultee is not always sure (s)he has been insulted.
In this story, Elizabeth approaches the Bard’s foolish wit status. Her opening salvo with Darcy is filled with quotes from several of Shakespeare’s plays. She obviously has a strong literary education but she competes with Katherina the Shrew when she draws down on Darcy.
Darcy also was not my ideal Darcy: he seemed to search for an identity. In the beginning, he could have been Petruchio toying with Katherina, trading quote for quote with Elizabeth; following her instructions to the letter, even to dropping her in a cold stream when she demanded he put her down at once – a very amusing, fun-loving Darcy.
The course of true love never did run smooth. ~ William Shakespeare
For all their bickering, our dear couple has a strong attraction for each other. They are caught in a moment of passion and must marry.
Darcy had avoided a decision on marrying Elizabeth but is contented when the decision is taken from them by their passions. Elizabeth is not contented. Her father, the scholar of all things Shakespeare, reminds Darcy of Petruchio’s success with Katherina. The stage is set.
Marriage takes place with no mention of the Darcy family history with Wickham who has played on Elizabeth’s sympathies. In her ignorance, Elizabeth falls into Wickham’s trap.
Ignorance is the curse of God; knowledge is the wing wherewith we fly to heaven. ~ William Shakespeare
Darcy begins the story as the teasing joker, becomes the passionate lover and transitions into an avenging angel. His punishment for Elizabeth’s mistake is severe and permanent. Will his passions lead to reconciliation?
I liked this well-told story but I could not love it.
Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind, And therefore is winged Cupid painted blind. ~ William Shakespeare
January 18, 2018
I loved this book! The only reason I didn’t preorder it was my rule against it/them! The book lived up to expectations. I haven’t loved all of this author’s books but they are well written and well edited.
This one has an OOC Mr Darcy but I thought he was really well done and I accepted him in the context of the story. I liked Elizabeth and the Taming of the Shrew references were not out of control.
This one has an OOC Mr Darcy but I thought he was really well done and I accepted him in the context of the story. I liked Elizabeth and the Taming of the Shrew references were not out of control.
January 3, 2018
I went into this book excited to read it. This is basically Pride and Prejudice meets the Taming of the Shrew. I have never actually read the Taming of the Shrew so I really have no idea what happens in that story. However, the Elizabeth in this story was very spirited and was not afraid to speak her mind. She could also hold onto a grudge too. I really enjoyed the Darcy in this story as he was until almost the end when he wouldn't even listen to Elizabeth. Wickham manages to put a rift between Lizzy and Darcy and Darcy handles it very badly. Thank goodness that Lizzy didn't put up with Darcy's crap and managed to reconcile with him.
I really enjoyed this book and I'll probably read it again in the future.
I really enjoyed this book and I'll probably read it again in the future.
January 4, 2023
Here is a story where Mr. Bennet 's intelligence and wit come forth as well as Miss Elizabeth's.
Mr. Darcy has a difficult time resisting his attraction to Miss Elizabeth Bennet, so much so that his compromise of the young lady is not totally accidental . Can she come to trust and care for a man she has dispised from their first encounter? This was an interesting story revealing more of the relationship between Father and Daughter and how well they respect each other. Mr. Bennet proves to be better able to sketch Mr. Darcy's character than his "Lizzy". I'm sure you'll enjoy this wonderful story. I couldn't put it down.
Mr. Darcy has a difficult time resisting his attraction to Miss Elizabeth Bennet, so much so that his compromise of the young lady is not totally accidental . Can she come to trust and care for a man she has dispised from their first encounter? This was an interesting story revealing more of the relationship between Father and Daughter and how well they respect each other. Mr. Bennet proves to be better able to sketch Mr. Darcy's character than his "Lizzy". I'm sure you'll enjoy this wonderful story. I couldn't put it down.
January 29, 2021
If you have ever read Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew", then you have the basis for this book. I loved "Taming of the Shrew" and the two main characters, Katherine and Petrucio. Ms. Jeffers always produces wonderful retellings, and variations of my all time favorite book, so I completely loved this work that combines "Pride and Prejudice" and "The Taming of the Shrew". This book does drift from canon, but in the most wonderful way. Delightful read that was so much fun to dive into!
June 20, 2024
Good
This is a very well written story, I wish I could like it more. Sadly, I don't like it when Darcy spends so much time being a horse's backside just to provoke a response from Elizabeth. By the time he's "reformed" I don't care anymore. I did read it through & I do admire how well written it is Regina Jeffers is a skilled author.
This is a very well written story, I wish I could like it more. Sadly, I don't like it when Darcy spends so much time being a horse's backside just to provoke a response from Elizabeth. By the time he's "reformed" I don't care anymore. I did read it through & I do admire how well written it is Regina Jeffers is a skilled author.
January 2, 2018
Fairly standard fare, but included several improbable twists. Frustrating. I was not able to finish, calling it quits at the 70% mark.
January 12, 2019
An ok quick read
November 12, 2021
Cross between Pride & Prejudice and Taming of the Shrew. Meet cute where Darcy dumps Elizabeth in a stream. Darcy flirtatious and Lizzy stubborn and mean.
January 26, 2018
Unputdownable!
I absolutely loved it!
This was a more playful Darcy than I am used to... Combined with Elizabeth taking her impertinence to another level, the banter was hilarious. The undertow of sexual tension added the perfect level of spice as well.
Jeffers historical knowledge and thorough research lifts the reading-experience of this book and the Shakespeare quotes and references are very cleverly added throughout.
When I thought I had figured the book out, it took an unexpected, heart-wrenching turn... Loved the unpredictableness.
Will also add that Caroline and Wickham was dealt with in a particularly satisfying way.
Summary:
Darcy enters the neighbourhood a few days later than Bingley, on foot as a lame horse made him walk the last couple of miles.
Darcy encounter Elizabeth on the path to Netherfield and her first impression is not favourable after he drops her in the creek...
Darcy gets along splendidly with Mr Bennet who is a renowned Shakespeare scholar and Darcy is a frequent visitor to the Longbourne household, to Elizabeth's dismay. Her dislike is challenged only by her attraction and a passionate interlude between ODC leaves them with no choice but to marry.
That is by no means the end of the struggles for this stubborn and passionate couple. Loved watching their road to better understanding and a HEA.
Heartily recommend this book!
I absolutely loved it!
This was a more playful Darcy than I am used to... Combined with Elizabeth taking her impertinence to another level, the banter was hilarious. The undertow of sexual tension added the perfect level of spice as well.
Jeffers historical knowledge and thorough research lifts the reading-experience of this book and the Shakespeare quotes and references are very cleverly added throughout.
When I thought I had figured the book out, it took an unexpected, heart-wrenching turn... Loved the unpredictableness.
Will also add that Caroline and Wickham was dealt with in a particularly satisfying way.
Summary:
Darcy enters the neighbourhood a few days later than Bingley, on foot as a lame horse made him walk the last couple of miles.
Darcy encounter Elizabeth on the path to Netherfield and her first impression is not favourable after he drops her in the creek...
Darcy gets along splendidly with Mr Bennet who is a renowned Shakespeare scholar and Darcy is a frequent visitor to the Longbourne household, to Elizabeth's dismay. Her dislike is challenged only by her attraction and a passionate interlude between ODC leaves them with no choice but to marry.
That is by no means the end of the struggles for this stubborn and passionate couple. Loved watching their road to better understanding and a HEA.
Heartily recommend this book!
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