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Thirty Days of Silver
When Elizabeth Bennet receives an offer of marriage from Mr. Darcy, she refuses him decidedly, assuring him that he was the last person in the world that she would ever consider marrying.
Three months later, she is forced to take back those words, when her father's ill-conceived association with the wrong man threatens both his family's livelihood and his life. Under pressure from him and her sister Jane, Elizabeth makes an offer of marriage to Mr. Darcy — which he accepts.
After being married for little more than a month, in accordance with her wishes, Mr. Darcy parts company with his wife, eventually leaving the country. Then Mr. Bennet's foolish act comes back to haunt Elizabeth, putting her and her new family at risk, and in need of the husband whom she earlier sent away.
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Three months later, she is forced to take back those words, when her father's ill-conceived association with the wrong man threatens both his family's livelihood and his life. Under pressure from him and her sister Jane, Elizabeth makes an offer of marriage to Mr. Darcy — which he accepts.
After being married for little more than a month, in accordance with her wishes, Mr. Darcy parts company with his wife, eventually leaving the country. Then Mr. Bennet's foolish act comes back to haunt Elizabeth, putting her and her new family at risk, and in need of the husband whom she earlier sent away.
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December 29, 2024
Bad as I like ye, it's worse without ye. ~ Irish Proverb
Thirty Days of Silver is a twist on the “forced marriage” scenario. Elizabeth has rejected Darcy’s Hunsford proposal. She returns to Meryton and learns her Father has invested and lost money he never had.
Bingley had also returned to Meryton (after Darcy’s confession) and plans to marry Jane. Mr. Bennet wants Jane to get the money he needs from Bingley. Jane, knowing of Darcy’s proposal, convinces her Father to make Elizabeth bargain with Darcy – marriage in exchange for settling the debts. Darcy agrees.
I never knew until that moment how bad it could hurt to lose something you never really had. ~ From the television show The Wonder Years
The Darcys have a very brief honeymoon in London and return to Hertfordshire to a leased house. Darcy leaves for an extended trip to visit his property in Canada.
Elizabeth is left alone to learn the truth: Jane and her Father have betrayed her.
Wickham is in a partnership with the swindlers. The villains’ crimes include kidnapping, murder, and they even swindle each other. It’s true: there is no honor among thieves.
This story kept me interested right through the Epilogue and even after! The author did a “character wrap-up” to finish the story of the Bennets and Bingleys after the Darcys HEA.
This is an unpublished story available here:
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Don't worry about losing. If it is right, it happens - The Main thing is not to hurry. Nothing good gets away. ~ John Steinbeck
Thirty Days of Silver is a twist on the “forced marriage” scenario. Elizabeth has rejected Darcy’s Hunsford proposal. She returns to Meryton and learns her Father has invested and lost money he never had.
Bingley had also returned to Meryton (after Darcy’s confession) and plans to marry Jane. Mr. Bennet wants Jane to get the money he needs from Bingley. Jane, knowing of Darcy’s proposal, convinces her Father to make Elizabeth bargain with Darcy – marriage in exchange for settling the debts. Darcy agrees.
I never knew until that moment how bad it could hurt to lose something you never really had. ~ From the television show The Wonder Years
The Darcys have a very brief honeymoon in London and return to Hertfordshire to a leased house. Darcy leaves for an extended trip to visit his property in Canada.
Elizabeth is left alone to learn the truth: Jane and her Father have betrayed her.
Wickham is in a partnership with the swindlers. The villains’ crimes include kidnapping, murder, and they even swindle each other. It’s true: there is no honor among thieves.
This story kept me interested right through the Epilogue and even after! The author did a “character wrap-up” to finish the story of the Bennets and Bingleys after the Darcys HEA.
This is an unpublished story available here:
http://meryton.com/aha/index.php?show...
Don't worry about losing. If it is right, it happens - The Main thing is not to hurry. Nothing good gets away. ~ John Steinbeck
March 20, 2019
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“They say all marriages are made in heaven, but so are thunder and lightning.” –Clint Eastwood
Rating: MA: mature audience: adult themes, scenes of assault [non-rape], violence, descriptive sex
I do not like this Mr. Bennet... ‘Sam I am’… I do not like this man. And… this is also another scheming and not so nice Jane. After reading half a dozen NSNJ [not so nice Jane] stories, I find that I am becoming more accustomed to the notion. The first time I read such a story, I pitched a royal fit that someone would dare mess with our dear sweet Jane’s character. Now… I can see how it could easily happen. Yep, I find that I actually like a good NSNJ almost as much as I like a really bad Caroline Bingley story. What is happening to me? These authors are changing my opinions. Dang… nefarious creatures. Although, I find that I love it.
We start with Elizabeth’s feelings regarding Mr. Darcy… she wouldn’t have him for a king’s ransom. However, things happened that created the FMS [forced marriage scenario] where she married him in order to save the family’s arse. Good ole dad and his scheme to keep from actually working his farm, nearly sank the family for good.
“All married couples should learn the art of battle as they should learn the art of making love. Good battle is objective and honest – never vicious or cruel. Good battle is healthy and constructive and brings to a marriage the principles of equal partnership.” –Ann Landers
I liked the way Elizabeth came to understand the who, what, and why of things over time. I hate those instant realizations where one minute… she hates him, then the next, she loves him. Nope… this was a natural progression over time and as each scale [so to speak] fell from her eyes, she had a new realization regarding her husband. Yes!!! It was so cool to watch her finally appreciate her husband even after she had kicked him to the curb.
Another thing I appreciated about this author… were those reoccurring servants/bodyguards of Darcy’s… cousins Adderly and Sutton. I-love-these-guys!! I’m so glad our author keeps using them in each of her stories. They are perfect and our author has made me like them, trust them, fear them, appreciate them and eagerly anticipate how they will act/react in different situations. I actually look forward to seeing them in a scene. Yep… these guys are great. I loved the young boy Farley and I even loved the dogs. I also loved the interaction between Darcy and little Miss Leonora. Sigh!!
The action was brisk, the worst of the violence, though short-lived, was discussed with various members, rather than shown. There was a lot of repeating but the author used different methods to convey what happened in the attempt against Darcy’s family. The end result to the villains was very creative. Darcy’s conversation with Wickham was all we could hope to hear. It stamped paid to Darcy’s feelings of responsibility toward his former friend.
“You can make bad choices and find yourself in a downward spiral or you can find something that gets you out of it.” –Ray LaMontagne
Bingley, left to his own devices, made a mess of his financial affairs. With Darcy out of the country, he didn’t have his mentor to advise him [lead him by the nose] and made decisions that would be felt for many years, if not the rest of his life. He and his NSNJ deserve each other. I’m not even discussing her. Just saying.
I read this last year and had to read it again in spite of the horrifying actions and behaviors of certain characters. Mr. Bennet was the pits… and Mrs. Bennet delivered a set-down line to him that will break your heart. She quoted a statement made by Lady Lucas. You know it had to be bad if Mrs. B quoted Lady L. Yep, it was fitting but still… heartbreaking.
This was a long, long story and toward the end… I didn’t think it would ever end. It just kept on going… like that bunny that won’t quit and you long to pull the batteries. There was an epilogue and then another epilogue after that. It was supposed to explain what happened to a character… but still didn’t tell us what happened to them. That just left a major thread hanging. There were other threads that were not completed. So be aware. Just saying.
1st read 3-4-18 ~ 3-6-18
2nd read 3-17-19 ~ 3-19-19
“They say all marriages are made in heaven, but so are thunder and lightning.” –Clint Eastwood
Rating: MA: mature audience: adult themes, scenes of assault [non-rape], violence, descriptive sex
I do not like this Mr. Bennet... ‘Sam I am’… I do not like this man. And… this is also another scheming and not so nice Jane. After reading half a dozen NSNJ [not so nice Jane] stories, I find that I am becoming more accustomed to the notion. The first time I read such a story, I pitched a royal fit that someone would dare mess with our dear sweet Jane’s character. Now… I can see how it could easily happen. Yep, I find that I actually like a good NSNJ almost as much as I like a really bad Caroline Bingley story. What is happening to me? These authors are changing my opinions. Dang… nefarious creatures. Although, I find that I love it.
We start with Elizabeth’s feelings regarding Mr. Darcy… she wouldn’t have him for a king’s ransom. However, things happened that created the FMS [forced marriage scenario] where she married him in order to save the family’s arse. Good ole dad and his scheme to keep from actually working his farm, nearly sank the family for good.
“All married couples should learn the art of battle as they should learn the art of making love. Good battle is objective and honest – never vicious or cruel. Good battle is healthy and constructive and brings to a marriage the principles of equal partnership.” –Ann Landers
I liked the way Elizabeth came to understand the who, what, and why of things over time. I hate those instant realizations where one minute… she hates him, then the next, she loves him. Nope… this was a natural progression over time and as each scale [so to speak] fell from her eyes, she had a new realization regarding her husband. Yes!!! It was so cool to watch her finally appreciate her husband even after she had kicked him to the curb.
Another thing I appreciated about this author… were those reoccurring servants/bodyguards of Darcy’s… cousins Adderly and Sutton. I-love-these-guys!! I’m so glad our author keeps using them in each of her stories. They are perfect and our author has made me like them, trust them, fear them, appreciate them and eagerly anticipate how they will act/react in different situations. I actually look forward to seeing them in a scene. Yep… these guys are great. I loved the young boy Farley and I even loved the dogs. I also loved the interaction between Darcy and little Miss Leonora. Sigh!!
The action was brisk, the worst of the violence, though short-lived, was discussed with various members, rather than shown. There was a lot of repeating but the author used different methods to convey what happened in the attempt against Darcy’s family. The end result to the villains was very creative. Darcy’s conversation with Wickham was all we could hope to hear. It stamped paid to Darcy’s feelings of responsibility toward his former friend.
“You can make bad choices and find yourself in a downward spiral or you can find something that gets you out of it.” –Ray LaMontagne
Bingley, left to his own devices, made a mess of his financial affairs. With Darcy out of the country, he didn’t have his mentor to advise him [lead him by the nose] and made decisions that would be felt for many years, if not the rest of his life. He and his NSNJ deserve each other. I’m not even discussing her. Just saying.
I read this last year and had to read it again in spite of the horrifying actions and behaviors of certain characters. Mr. Bennet was the pits… and Mrs. Bennet delivered a set-down line to him that will break your heart. She quoted a statement made by Lady Lucas. You know it had to be bad if Mrs. B quoted Lady L. Yep, it was fitting but still… heartbreaking.
This was a long, long story and toward the end… I didn’t think it would ever end. It just kept on going… like that bunny that won’t quit and you long to pull the batteries. There was an epilogue and then another epilogue after that. It was supposed to explain what happened to a character… but still didn’t tell us what happened to them. That just left a major thread hanging. There were other threads that were not completed. So be aware. Just saying.
1st read 3-4-18 ~ 3-6-18
2nd read 3-17-19 ~ 3-19-19
September 30, 2018
This is a completed piece of JAFF that is based upon a 'coerced marriage scenario' but is also a mystery / action story. This is a story with many subplots some of which I actually wished were more fleshed out; which is unusual for web FF which usually beats every possible plot thread to death. That and the explicit content is my reason for awarding 4 stars.
Definitely rated M there are at least 3 fairly explicit scenes.
This is a twist on P&P and ultimately a sequel because a majority of the story occurs after ODC and the Bingleys are wed. What I loved -while Lizzy isn't necessarily a willing participant in her wedding she is not absurdly stubborn or intentionally ignorant. Poor Darcy loves this woman and can't bear her disdain. You see Mr. Bennet is a complete idiot, moron and monster. And Dear, sweet, Jane is an evil bitch who really hates Lizzy and only cares about herself and her own happiness, oh yeah she's also a little slutty - she knows how to secure a husband if you know what I mean- nudge, nudge, wink, wink.
Darcy to make Lizzy's transition to Mistress of Pemberley easier has leased a property near to Meryton so Lizzy can be near her family; on her wedding night she learns that her father had misrepresented Mr. Darcy most terribly; she believed her acquiescence was a deal breaker but Mr. Bennet lied to her - a lot! Darcy decides to give Lizzy some Regency space and she uses the time to learn the awful about her father and sister.
The baddies in this story are really bad, the dupes in the story are really stupid, Darcy as a Daddy is absolutely adorable. Mrs. Bennet has a few moments of acuity before reverting to form and being a nasty twat.
There are a ton of good characters like Lizzy's footmen cum body guards, a resilient and resolved Mary Bennet, a sensible Aunt Phillips, who I wanted to know more about and there are lots of 'comeuppances' that I want to know more about.
There are two scenes of mild (IMHO) violence and one of the people really deserves it.
Definitely rated M there are at least 3 fairly explicit scenes.
This is a twist on P&P and ultimately a sequel because a majority of the story occurs after ODC and the Bingleys are wed. What I loved -while Lizzy isn't necessarily a willing participant in her wedding she is not absurdly stubborn or intentionally ignorant. Poor Darcy loves this woman and can't bear her disdain. You see Mr. Bennet is a complete idiot, moron and monster. And Dear, sweet, Jane is an evil bitch who really hates Lizzy and only cares about herself and her own happiness, oh yeah she's also a little slutty - she knows how to secure a husband if you know what I mean- nudge, nudge, wink, wink.
Darcy to make Lizzy's transition to Mistress of Pemberley easier has leased a property near to Meryton so Lizzy can be near her family; on her wedding night she learns that her father had misrepresented Mr. Darcy most terribly; she believed her acquiescence was a deal breaker but Mr. Bennet lied to her - a lot! Darcy decides to give Lizzy some Regency space and she uses the time to learn the awful about her father and sister.
The baddies in this story are really bad, the dupes in the story are really stupid, Darcy as a Daddy is absolutely adorable. Mrs. Bennet has a few moments of acuity before reverting to form and being a nasty twat.
There are a ton of good characters like Lizzy's footmen cum body guards, a resilient and resolved Mary Bennet, a sensible Aunt Phillips, who I wanted to know more about and there are lots of 'comeuppances' that I want to know more about.
There are two scenes of mild (IMHO) violence and one of the people really deserves it.
October 5, 2018
Unputdownable!!!
I loathed Elizabeth in the first few chapters and Darcy in the next few but it was Jane who blew my mind.
I loved the subtle nuances in Mr Bennet's character traits that the author had developed into something much fiercer. I thought that was very cleverly done.
Elizabeth redeemed herself nicely though and soon was recognisable as the quick witted and fierce lioness that she is.
Initially dreading reading this story because of what I had perceived as a long separation between ODC, I am happy to report that that was not the case. The separation flew by in a few uncommonly thrilling chapters for some that had no ODC-together-pages.
Additionally, the adversity between ODC were not dragged out. It was perfectly reasonable and plausible both in time and events. Bravo!
We also get to see Darcy as a father and this is my altime favourite rendition of Darcy in that respect. It was masterfully done, down to the little tender moments that was so exquisitely well written. (Sigh of contentment).
Heartily recommend this book!
I loathed Elizabeth in the first few chapters and Darcy in the next few but it was Jane who blew my mind.
I loved the subtle nuances in Mr Bennet's character traits that the author had developed into something much fiercer. I thought that was very cleverly done.
Elizabeth redeemed herself nicely though and soon was recognisable as the quick witted and fierce lioness that she is.
Initially dreading reading this story because of what I had perceived as a long separation between ODC, I am happy to report that that was not the case. The separation flew by in a few uncommonly thrilling chapters for some that had no ODC-together-pages.
Additionally, the adversity between ODC were not dragged out. It was perfectly reasonable and plausible both in time and events. Bravo!
We also get to see Darcy as a father and this is my altime favourite rendition of Darcy in that respect. It was masterfully done, down to the little tender moments that was so exquisitely well written. (Sigh of contentment).
Heartily recommend this book!
April 15, 2018
As in the Bible one beloved by us (and others) finds herself betrayed and it is all about money. Not that she has anything to do with the financial fiasco, but two beloved family members push her to take steps that might put things right. Elizabeth argues but in the end puts her family before herself. Things are not the same with the Bennet family ever again.
Elizabeth, in accepting the arrangement, in contracting for her future, does not do so with a smile on her face. She doesn't do it silently and after a very short period of time, finds herself left to manage the leased estate, the employees, and what is left of relationships in the family and community. The Gardiners remain her confidantes. And Mary becomes closer. Then just when someone enters her life who gives her unconditional love, that same person is also shortly torn away.
This story's angst is mostly in the first half of the book. The second half is more about seeking and finding justice, Elizabeth's growing to not only accept that contract but also to realize how fortunate she is and to not hide that knowledge away. We also see that the two people who betrayed her are dealt their own type of justice by the hand of fate...or just maybe at their own hands by their past cold and unfeeling actions.
There are two epilogues: Darcy's and Elizabeth's and then the rest of the family's.
Elizabeth, in accepting the arrangement, in contracting for her future, does not do so with a smile on her face. She doesn't do it silently and after a very short period of time, finds herself left to manage the leased estate, the employees, and what is left of relationships in the family and community. The Gardiners remain her confidantes. And Mary becomes closer. Then just when someone enters her life who gives her unconditional love, that same person is also shortly torn away.
This story's angst is mostly in the first half of the book. The second half is more about seeking and finding justice, Elizabeth's growing to not only accept that contract but also to realize how fortunate she is and to not hide that knowledge away. We also see that the two people who betrayed her are dealt their own type of justice by the hand of fate...or just maybe at their own hands by their past cold and unfeeling actions.
There are two epilogues: Darcy's and Elizabeth's and then the rest of the family's.
August 3, 2023
A very well done fanfic - Lots of High Drama! The writing could use be polished some more, and the segweys and transitions are chopping, but I LOVED the Jane and Bingley. This couple is so often portrayed as sweet and perfect. It was an entertaining switch up.
I could really see this being picked up for a formal professional novel with a bit of work.
I could really see this being picked up for a formal professional novel with a bit of work.
January 11, 2018
Actually 3 1/2 stars
Really liked the premise but once things start to resolve themselves it seems that the story line is just dragged out. I was hoping for something worthwhile to happen since there was still a lot of book left. Did enjoy reading but if this is published I’m sure they would edit to be a shorter story.
Really liked the premise but once things start to resolve themselves it seems that the story line is just dragged out. I was hoping for something worthwhile to happen since there was still a lot of book left. Did enjoy reading but if this is published I’m sure they would edit to be a shorter story.
June 15, 2024
A very different and compelling variation
A go-to author when I want something a bit different and with some action.
A go-to author when I want something a bit different and with some action.
June 10, 2021
This was a great spin on the P & P story. It starts after the Hunsford proposal and OD. Couple take quite a convoluted trip to HEA. For all that the angst level was not torturous and I truly enjoyed the characters. I read it straight through. I believe it’s only available as fan fiction on Meryton.com
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January 16, 2024
In this Pride and Prejudice variation, it has only been several months since Elizabeth Bennet refused the offer of marriage from Darcy. Now due to family finanancial problems she now has to ask him for a marriage. But Bennet’s actions soon come back to affect the Darcys and other members of the family. Surprisely it is Mary that Elizabeth eventually becomes close to.
An enjoyable story but a pity that more of the story was not spent on the other Bennet daughters.
An enjoyable story but a pity that more of the story was not spent on the other Bennet daughters.
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October 12, 20233.5 rounded to 4
February 4, 2025
4.5*
So much drama and betrayal. Bad Jane, bad Mr B, surprising Mrs B, excellent Mary, stoooooopid Bingley (kinda bad, but mostly stoooooopid). Not sure how to characterize Lizzy - she's a mixed bag - maybe can be summed up by she was just immature and had to grown up - she did - given drama and betrayals etc.
Is this OTT? yes. I ask again - do I care? no. Obviously given the re-read count (which probably is not accurate here - I was just guessing pre 2024 when I didn't obsessively track these sorts of things.
Delicious.
So much drama and betrayal. Bad Jane, bad Mr B, surprising Mrs B, excellent Mary, stoooooopid Bingley (kinda bad, but mostly stoooooopid). Not sure how to characterize Lizzy - she's a mixed bag - maybe can be summed up by she was just immature and had to grown up - she did - given drama and betrayals etc.
Is this OTT? yes. I ask again - do I care? no. Obviously given the re-read count (which probably is not accurate here - I was just guessing pre 2024 when I didn't obsessively track these sorts of things.
Delicious.
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