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Stranded with Mr Darcy
After his disastrous proposal in Hunsford, Elizabeth Bennet pledges never to marry Mr Darcy. But when events conspire to strand them on a deserted island, with no one but each other to depend on for their survival, priorities are forced to change.
Set in 1816, Stranded With Mr Darcy is a Pride and Prejudice variation romantic comedy.
82,360 words
Set in 1816, Stranded With Mr Darcy is a Pride and Prejudice variation romantic comedy.
82,360 words
312 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 24, 2018
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About the author
Lin Mei Wei
8 books94 followersLin Mei Wei lives in England, in the Midlands (home of Shakespeare, pork pies, and Robin Hood) with her husband, her daughter, and her disreputable dog.
Writing is about escapism for her. She writes when she's feeling anxious, stressed, overwhelmed or sad, so as to relax and to be happy.
Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer are her biggest inspirations. She also loves cosy mysteries, historical novels and anything that features charming characters, witty dialogue, and a well-earned happy ending.
This is what she tries to achieve with her own writing.
Writing is about escapism for her. She writes when she's feeling anxious, stressed, overwhelmed or sad, so as to relax and to be happy.
Jane Austen and Georgette Heyer are her biggest inspirations. She also loves cosy mysteries, historical novels and anything that features charming characters, witty dialogue, and a well-earned happy ending.
This is what she tries to achieve with her own writing.
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March 27, 2018
3.5 stars rounded to 4 stars.
I know I read this story before but the introduction pages tell us it has been rewritten. Thus the first version has been taken down. (I couldn't find it.) I believe the second half of the book has the changes involved.
Yes, we all would love to be stranded on a deserted island with Darcy. I, like Debbie, found his skills at survival a little too extensive. And then there is the fact that he is pulling logs out of the forest with which to build a raft. How did he chop them to appropriate lengths? He only has a knife. Starting a fire, setting snares for rabbits, spearing fish with a sharpened stick are just a few of his talents. I did enjoy how Elizabeth cozied up to him at night for shared body heat. I kept expecting him to attempt, at minimum, a kiss. But he remained well within the boundaries of proprieties.
The fact that he has a cousin as his heir and the problem that presented seemed a bit of a stretch as far as how to resolve that. Couldn't Darcy just rewrite his will? The fact that Darcy was "married" could have happened at any time. Why all of a sudden was it an event that had to be undone?
Elizabeth presents as always challenging Darcy's statements? She does it just a little too often to just seem impertinent. She seems rather to be argumentative...and this with a man who saved her from drowning when his ship went down along with the few passengers. At times I half expected him to grab her and kiss her to shut her mouth.
The ending was lovely. But I would have liked just a little more. I was curious about whether or not he does have his "heir" with Elizabeth. I enjoyed this story and read it in one day.
I know I read this story before but the introduction pages tell us it has been rewritten. Thus the first version has been taken down. (I couldn't find it.) I believe the second half of the book has the changes involved.
Yes, we all would love to be stranded on a deserted island with Darcy. I, like Debbie, found his skills at survival a little too extensive. And then there is the fact that he is pulling logs out of the forest with which to build a raft. How did he chop them to appropriate lengths? He only has a knife. Starting a fire, setting snares for rabbits, spearing fish with a sharpened stick are just a few of his talents. I did enjoy how Elizabeth cozied up to him at night for shared body heat. I kept expecting him to attempt, at minimum, a kiss. But he remained well within the boundaries of proprieties.
The fact that he has a cousin as his heir and the problem that presented seemed a bit of a stretch as far as how to resolve that. Couldn't Darcy just rewrite his will? The fact that Darcy was "married" could have happened at any time. Why all of a sudden was it an event that had to be undone?
Elizabeth presents as always challenging Darcy's statements? She does it just a little too often to just seem impertinent. She seems rather to be argumentative...and this with a man who saved her from drowning when his ship went down along with the few passengers. At times I half expected him to grab her and kiss her to shut her mouth.
The ending was lovely. But I would have liked just a little more. I was curious about whether or not he does have his "heir" with Elizabeth. I enjoyed this story and read it in one day.
March 27, 2018
So, show of hands! How many ladies would LOVE to be stranded on an island with Mr. Darcy? Yep. Me, too. Naturally, we assume he's as accomplished a Boy Scout (the anachronism is intentional) as he is a master of a grand Regency estate. This book gives proof positive of that.
Told solely from Elizabeth's point of view, it begins after the Hunsford proposal. Darcy's letter of explanation is never delivered, but apparently he has taken Elizabeth's heated declaration of Jane's feelings for Mr. Bingley to heart. Shortly afterward, Mr. Bingley returns to Netherfield, swiftly proposing and marrying Jane. Mr. Darcy does not appear at the wedding, to Elizabeth's great relief.
Now the happy couple announce they are going to sail on a honeymoon trip to Italy, and they want Elizabeth to accompany them. Since she's been a bit blue about Mr. Wickham's defection to Mary King and the loss of her closest confidante/sister to marriage, she eagerly agrees. She's not so thrilled when she learns the vessel they'll be sailing on belongs to Mr. Darcy and that he'll be at the helm as its skipper.
Unfortunately, the weather doesn't cooperate. A major storm pops up, the ship starts to go down and, in the process of getting into lifeboats, the two couples get separated. Darcy saves Elizabeth from drowning, and the two end up on the beach of a small deserted island.
The story is interesting, although there are things that bug me.
For one, Darcy is way too perfect. He's Master of Pemberley, he's a skilled seaman (when did he have time to learn how to sail?), he's a strong swimmer, he's a knowledgeable survivalist (his uncle liked to take him camping), and he's the most honorable gentleman imaginable despite the temptation of the woman he loves sleeping in his arms (for warmth, of course). Naturally, he's also handsome and built like a muscled lifeguard. I like my Mr. Darcy with a flaw or two.
For another thing, Elizabeth is downright unlikable through the first part of the book. Yes, she hasn't received Darcy's explanation about Wickham, but he DID get Bingley to return to Jane. Considering that Darcy saves her life and then demonstrates the survival skills necessary to keep them both alive, Elizabeth seems awfully quick to pick stupid fights with him. Despite her willingness to learn and contribute, she rubs me the wrong way.
Once Elizabeth finally starts to soften, the plot that emerges finally engaged me. I don't think it's much of a spoiler to say that they eventually make it back to civilization. Darcy's life hangs by a thread. Elizabeth's reputation needs protection, with the whole of England clamoring to know their story. A relative of Darcy's is vying to get closer to inheriting Pemberley. (I don't find the legal logic too credible in that particular storyline, but to get into more detail goes squarely into spoiler territory.) The tension does build up to a wonderfully climactic scene that's worth the price of the entire book.
The writing, generally, is pretty good. I have to point out a personal hot button: "...the matter becomes mute" is NOT correct. The word should be "moot." (Well, at least it wasn't a "moo" point...)
Overall, a good-but-not-great book.
Told solely from Elizabeth's point of view, it begins after the Hunsford proposal. Darcy's letter of explanation is never delivered, but apparently he has taken Elizabeth's heated declaration of Jane's feelings for Mr. Bingley to heart. Shortly afterward, Mr. Bingley returns to Netherfield, swiftly proposing and marrying Jane. Mr. Darcy does not appear at the wedding, to Elizabeth's great relief.
Now the happy couple announce they are going to sail on a honeymoon trip to Italy, and they want Elizabeth to accompany them. Since she's been a bit blue about Mr. Wickham's defection to Mary King and the loss of her closest confidante/sister to marriage, she eagerly agrees. She's not so thrilled when she learns the vessel they'll be sailing on belongs to Mr. Darcy and that he'll be at the helm as its skipper.
Unfortunately, the weather doesn't cooperate. A major storm pops up, the ship starts to go down and, in the process of getting into lifeboats, the two couples get separated. Darcy saves Elizabeth from drowning, and the two end up on the beach of a small deserted island.
The story is interesting, although there are things that bug me.
For one, Darcy is way too perfect. He's Master of Pemberley, he's a skilled seaman (when did he have time to learn how to sail?), he's a strong swimmer, he's a knowledgeable survivalist (his uncle liked to take him camping), and he's the most honorable gentleman imaginable despite the temptation of the woman he loves sleeping in his arms (for warmth, of course). Naturally, he's also handsome and built like a muscled lifeguard. I like my Mr. Darcy with a flaw or two.
For another thing, Elizabeth is downright unlikable through the first part of the book. Yes, she hasn't received Darcy's explanation about Wickham, but he DID get Bingley to return to Jane. Considering that Darcy saves her life and then demonstrates the survival skills necessary to keep them both alive, Elizabeth seems awfully quick to pick stupid fights with him. Despite her willingness to learn and contribute, she rubs me the wrong way.
Once Elizabeth finally starts to soften, the plot that emerges finally engaged me. I don't think it's much of a spoiler to say that they eventually make it back to civilization. Darcy's life hangs by a thread. Elizabeth's reputation needs protection, with the whole of England clamoring to know their story. A relative of Darcy's is vying to get closer to inheriting Pemberley. (I don't find the legal logic too credible in that particular storyline, but to get into more detail goes squarely into spoiler territory.) The tension does build up to a wonderfully climactic scene that's worth the price of the entire book.
The writing, generally, is pretty good. I have to point out a personal hot button: "...the matter becomes mute" is NOT correct. The word should be "moot." (Well, at least it wasn't a "moo" point...)
Overall, a good-but-not-great book.
September 11, 2023
Cute variation if somewhat preposterous, with a touch of poor writing here and there. However, you can tell the author had a lot of fun writing some of the dialog between E and D. Most if that was very cute indeed.
June 15, 2022
A charming variation of P&P. Quite faithful to the original, in the language and style. Not perfectly faithful, but for written nowadays - I am satisfied.
Only Darcy's heir was a bit too far-fetched. I would have changed this twist with something else. But besides it - no significant complaints from me.
Only Darcy's heir was a bit too far-fetched. I would have changed this twist with something else. But besides it - no significant complaints from me.
January 25, 2019
Loved loved loved this! Couldn’t put it down. Talk about a manly Mr Darcy, wow. Brooding and quiet but definitely awesome. Definitely recommend!
May 7, 2024
High adventure indeed
I loved this story. I didn’t read any reviews before I read this and I’m glad I didn’t. Therefore I’m only going to say how good the writing is, how exciting the story is, how lovely the relationship between Darcy and Elizabeth developed, and how sure I am that I’ll be rereading this again and again in the future.
Highly recommended.
I loved this story. I didn’t read any reviews before I read this and I’m glad I didn’t. Therefore I’m only going to say how good the writing is, how exciting the story is, how lovely the relationship between Darcy and Elizabeth developed, and how sure I am that I’ll be rereading this again and again in the future.
Highly recommended.
March 15, 2021
When Elizabeth Bennett is asked to accompany her sister and new brother-in-law on their Italian honeymoon (as their translator), she's excited -- until the learns that the owner of the boat that's carrying them across the Mediterranean is none other than the hated Mr. Darcy. But when their ship sinks, Lizzy has to rely on Mr. Darcy for survival. But what will happen to her reputation when the folks back in England learn the two of them were stranded alone for days?
This is a delightfully fun romp, a "variation" on Pride and Prejudice with a hint of Survivor. It's got the flavor and rhythm of a Jane Austen novel, especially when everyone is worried about marriages and reputations. However, the stranded together plot line adds a nice twist. This is a great read for anyone who loves Jane Austen, or just for anyone in general.
This is a delightfully fun romp, a "variation" on Pride and Prejudice with a hint of Survivor. It's got the flavor and rhythm of a Jane Austen novel, especially when everyone is worried about marriages and reputations. However, the stranded together plot line adds a nice twist. This is a great read for anyone who loves Jane Austen, or just for anyone in general.
March 27, 2018
I very much enjoyed this story. I especially liked the end how we get a bit more funny circumstances after our characters get through survival. However, there were a lot of errors for a published work and that was annoying. Hence only 4 stars from me. that being said, it was a quck and enjoyable read. Very different from cannon whcich made it fun! The romance was also there as well as suspence, action and adventure. What more could you want in a short piece. Perfect for a long afternoon read.
April 7, 2018
A wonderful trip on the ocean.. Maybe
Loved it. Just loved it. It was witty, romantic, all mixed in with adventure. The author tweaked Canon which was great because Pride and Prejudice was still recognizable. I loved the lack of the usual P&P troublemakers. What a delightful book!!
Loved it. Just loved it. It was witty, romantic, all mixed in with adventure. The author tweaked Canon which was great because Pride and Prejudice was still recognizable. I loved the lack of the usual P&P troublemakers. What a delightful book!!
April 7, 2018
An Entertaining Variation
I enjoyed reading this variation as Lizzy and Darcy were thrown into a few different situations. I liked how when shipwrecked, Lizzy comes to realize the good man that Darcy is and how he treats her as an intelligent woman. The story is very entertaining and the ""villains" are not the usual suspects which added to my enjoyment. There is humour especially towards the end of the book, which left me feeling good when I finished reading it.
I enjoyed reading this variation as Lizzy and Darcy were thrown into a few different situations. I liked how when shipwrecked, Lizzy comes to realize the good man that Darcy is and how he treats her as an intelligent woman. The story is very entertaining and the ""villains" are not the usual suspects which added to my enjoyment. There is humour especially towards the end of the book, which left me feeling good when I finished reading it.
April 14, 2025
SPOILER ALERT: This review may contain *** SPOILERS ***
>>Rating: Mature teen
>>Angst Level: Medium-to-High at times
>>Source: This was borrowed via KU [3-22-25] and I volunteered to leave a review.
>>Timeline: [1] Post DHP [Disastrous Hunsford Proposal] [2] Elizabeth did not receive Darcy’s letter. When she saw him in the grove, she turned and ran back to the parsonage. He left the next day.
>>Trope: Trapped together
Bingley presented Jane, his new bride, with a surprise wedding trip to Italy. Since Elizabeth was more proficient with her command of Italian, she was invited to travel with them. They failed to mention that Mr. Darcy was traveling with them. They also failed to inform Mr. Darcy that Elizabeth was traveling with them. They were using Darcy’s ship/schooner.
The weather had delayed their departure, but when the skies cleared, they headed out. It did not take long for the weather to turn savage, and the ship was lost when they hit a rock and took on water. Elizabeth, Bingley, and Jane were put in a lifeboat. Darcy and the two crewmen were releasing the second lifeboat when a monster wave threw Elizabeth into the water, and she was knocked out. When she regained consciousness, she was being held above water by Mr. Darcy, and he was struggling as he pulled them toward a sandy beach. They were alive. However, they quickly discovered that the beach belonged to an island. They were alone and now in survival mode.
That required them to put aside their pride and prejudice and work together.
>>Rating: Mature teen
>>Angst Level: Medium-to-High at times
>>Source: This was borrowed via KU [3-22-25] and I volunteered to leave a review.
>>Timeline: [1] Post DHP [Disastrous Hunsford Proposal] [2] Elizabeth did not receive Darcy’s letter. When she saw him in the grove, she turned and ran back to the parsonage. He left the next day.
>>Trope: Trapped together
Bingley presented Jane, his new bride, with a surprise wedding trip to Italy. Since Elizabeth was more proficient with her command of Italian, she was invited to travel with them. They failed to mention that Mr. Darcy was traveling with them. They also failed to inform Mr. Darcy that Elizabeth was traveling with them. They were using Darcy’s ship/schooner.
The weather had delayed their departure, but when the skies cleared, they headed out. It did not take long for the weather to turn savage, and the ship was lost when they hit a rock and took on water. Elizabeth, Bingley, and Jane were put in a lifeboat. Darcy and the two crewmen were releasing the second lifeboat when a monster wave threw Elizabeth into the water, and she was knocked out. When she regained consciousness, she was being held above water by Mr. Darcy, and he was struggling as he pulled them toward a sandy beach. They were alive. However, they quickly discovered that the beach belonged to an island. They were alone and now in survival mode.
That required them to put aside their pride and prejudice and work together.
August 3, 2018
I definitely didn’t think I would love this book as much as I did!
After Elizabeth turns down Darcy, he never gives her the letter that explains himself, so she continues to dislike him. Jane marries Bingley and on their wedding trip they invite Elizabeth to go with them. Due to an accident Darcy and Elizabeth are stranded!
At first Elizabeth really was obstinate and annoying, but the development between her and Darcy is endearing.
Definitely worth a read!
After Elizabeth turns down Darcy, he never gives her the letter that explains himself, so she continues to dislike him. Jane marries Bingley and on their wedding trip they invite Elizabeth to go with them. Due to an accident Darcy and Elizabeth are stranded!
At first Elizabeth really was obstinate and annoying, but the development between her and Darcy is endearing.
Definitely worth a read!
August 16, 2020
Fabulous Dialogue
Really enjoyed this very well written variation. Good dialogue is everything to me, and when it includes humor, I am even happier. Very well done. More like this please.
Really enjoyed this very well written variation. Good dialogue is everything to me, and when it includes humor, I am even happier. Very well done. More like this please.
September 11, 2023
Exciting, exasperating P&P adventure
First, it is noteworthy how well-written this variation is. The flow and it’s fast pace encourage one to read throughout the novella with ease and enjoyment.
Second, the adventures Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet go through while in the midst of a very unconventional courtship, even without both of them knowing it, is enough to fill a lifetime of misadventures and excitement. From the shocking revelation that they have to travel together, to a shipwreck, stranded on a island, trying to survive on that island, stowing away on a makeshift raft, almost dying on that raft, a near-death affliction, separation, a hurried engagement and wedding, and the objections to their union, is not merely a mouthful, but they had to go through. All the while, this is when Mr. Darcy’s admiration and love for Elizabeth strengthens, and Elizabeth’s regard and affection for Darcy burgeoning into a shooting star.
Third, the witty, passionate and fiery exchanges between Darcy and Elizabeth are what makes this variation remarkable and worthwhile. It’s like watching an amusing match between two people where one already knows the outcome but you want to watch anyway. Like watching Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy going about in “Adam’s Rib”.
That being said, the star deduction is due to Elizabeth Bennet’s stubbornness and obstinacy here. No other woman would fail to fall in love with this Mr. Darcy given that he was instrumental in bringing Jane and Charles Bingley together, saving her life and her reputation. But it was truly exasperating to see her being difficult every painful step of the way. It’s amazing how determined Mr. Darcy is to still marry despite all. It would have helped a bit if there were some lines expressing her strong yet hidden feelings for the gentleman. Although there are scenes when her affection is laid out bare; they seem inadequate. The Epilogue helped a little, but it just wasn’t enough for this reader.
Told mostly in the perspective of Elizabeth Bennet and at times, in Mr, Darcy’s, this a just delightful fun and high recommended.
First, it is noteworthy how well-written this variation is. The flow and it’s fast pace encourage one to read throughout the novella with ease and enjoyment.
Second, the adventures Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet go through while in the midst of a very unconventional courtship, even without both of them knowing it, is enough to fill a lifetime of misadventures and excitement. From the shocking revelation that they have to travel together, to a shipwreck, stranded on a island, trying to survive on that island, stowing away on a makeshift raft, almost dying on that raft, a near-death affliction, separation, a hurried engagement and wedding, and the objections to their union, is not merely a mouthful, but they had to go through. All the while, this is when Mr. Darcy’s admiration and love for Elizabeth strengthens, and Elizabeth’s regard and affection for Darcy burgeoning into a shooting star.
Third, the witty, passionate and fiery exchanges between Darcy and Elizabeth are what makes this variation remarkable and worthwhile. It’s like watching an amusing match between two people where one already knows the outcome but you want to watch anyway. Like watching Katherine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy going about in “Adam’s Rib”.
That being said, the star deduction is due to Elizabeth Bennet’s stubbornness and obstinacy here. No other woman would fail to fall in love with this Mr. Darcy given that he was instrumental in bringing Jane and Charles Bingley together, saving her life and her reputation. But it was truly exasperating to see her being difficult every painful step of the way. It’s amazing how determined Mr. Darcy is to still marry despite all. It would have helped a bit if there were some lines expressing her strong yet hidden feelings for the gentleman. Although there are scenes when her affection is laid out bare; they seem inadequate. The Epilogue helped a little, but it just wasn’t enough for this reader.
Told mostly in the perspective of Elizabeth Bennet and at times, in Mr, Darcy’s, this a just delightful fun and high recommended.
April 7, 2018
I've been seeing this in kindle unlimited but resisted, thinking shipwrecked and P&P? How good could it be. Really good! (Rating is average of 4* beg + 2 * end) One of the better P&P variations I've read. Elizabeth and Darcy go through trials and tribulations and their relationship grows believably. Then it hit the 3/4 mark and slowed down, till it hit the happy ending. (It felt like deja vu as this is the second book I've read which this happened too). I'd read again but probably skim the ending :)
April 22, 2022
A really good story but too many errors.
Jane Bennet and Charles Bingley are married and plan to honeymoon in Italy, compliments of Fitzwilliam Darcy. Jane insists that Elizabeth travel with them as she has always wanted to visit Italy. Elizabeth is unaware that it is Darcy's ship.
Long story short, they are shipwrecked during a storm and Elizabeth and Darcy are stranded on a deserted island.
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Jane Bennet and Charles Bingley are married and plan to honeymoon in Italy, compliments of Fitzwilliam Darcy. Jane insists that Elizabeth travel with them as she has always wanted to visit Italy. Elizabeth is unaware that it is Darcy's ship.
Long story short, they are shipwrecked during a storm and Elizabeth and Darcy are stranded on a deserted island.
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June 7, 2019
Interesting first two acts, followed by a rather boring third act in which both Elizabeth and Darcy almost reversed all character growth because the book apparently needed to be longer for some reason.
3.5 stars
3.5 stars
February 4, 2023
2.5/5
Запхнути Ліззі й Дарсі на безлюдний острів — оце треба мати велику фантазію, щоб до цього довести!
Я очікувала, що буде більше комедії, але сюжет вийшов окейним. Крім того, здається, ця авторка любить, щоб містер Дарсі завжди маскулінно геройствував)))) Поведінка Ліззі більше Лідію нагадувала. Детектив мені сподобався набагато більше.
Запхнути Ліззі й Дарсі на безлюдний острів — оце треба мати велику фантазію, щоб до цього довести!
Я очікувала, що буде більше комедії, але сюжет вийшов окейним. Крім того, здається, ця авторка любить, щоб містер Дарсі завжди маскулінно геройствував)))) Поведінка Ліззі більше Лідію нагадувала. Детектив мені сподобався набагато більше.
April 12, 2024
Extraordinary, exciting, funny, romantic, unputdownable. One of the best I've read. 5+++
November 14, 2024
A few years ago, I read this variation for the first time. I have tried to read it again because I couldn't remember the plot (apart from the shipwreck. That I remembered very well) but I couldn't finish it this time. I gave it up after the 50% mark. I lost interest. Too fantastical. I like my P&P variations rooted in reality. The writing is good but I didn't like Elizabeth's characterization. She was shockingly ungrateful at some point. It is still quality JAFF though, just not to my particular taste.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 1, 2020
I absolutely loved this novel. One of my favourite survival variations. It came at a really difficult time and was amazing escapism. I devoured it in less than a day while I should have been working.
The shipwreck action was extremely exciting and had my heart beating fast! Lin Mei Wei is really good at driving tension and pushing through the story. Its rare that any of her stories leave me bored for even a minute.
While other reviewers have commented on Darcy being too skilled and perfect, I honestly didn't mind it, I'm perfectly happy with Darcy being a swoon-worthy hero - and his dry humour and banter with Elizabeth kept him from being bland. I also loved Darcy teaching Elizabeth and trusting her to work side by side with him. I also loved the portrayal of Elizabeth - she was witty and intelligent and yet obstinate and fiery.
If I had any criticism (not really a criticsim), it would be that some parts were so juicy and exciting, I would have really have liked to have had insight into Darcy's thoughts as well as Elizabeth's.
Overall, I loved it. Exciting and romantic, with great character moments. Definitely one to re-read!
The shipwreck action was extremely exciting and had my heart beating fast! Lin Mei Wei is really good at driving tension and pushing through the story. Its rare that any of her stories leave me bored for even a minute.
While other reviewers have commented on Darcy being too skilled and perfect, I honestly didn't mind it, I'm perfectly happy with Darcy being a swoon-worthy hero - and his dry humour and banter with Elizabeth kept him from being bland. I also loved Darcy teaching Elizabeth and trusting her to work side by side with him. I also loved the portrayal of Elizabeth - she was witty and intelligent and yet obstinate and fiery.
If I had any criticism (not really a criticsim), it would be that some parts were so juicy and exciting, I would have really have liked to have had insight into Darcy's thoughts as well as Elizabeth's.
Overall, I loved it. Exciting and romantic, with great character moments. Definitely one to re-read!
January 9, 2019
A fantastic fun story
Lin Mei Wei is a treasure. I had such a good time reading this book and following the excruciating development of Darcy and Elizabeth 's relationship. The humor is exquisite, truly clever, and never over the top. There is plenty of drama and action to make it a substantial story. In spite of the wonderful sense of humor , this isn't a silly book. The story involves a shipwreck and some very exciting brushes with death, along with very difficult survival challenges. Through it all, ODC learn to rely on each other and to laugh at themselves as well as at each other. The banter between Darcy and Elizabeth is priceless, and knocks them both off their high pedestals. It's wonderful to watch them change and lose their self-righteous attitudes, and start trusting each other. I highly recommend this book.
Lin Mei Wei is a treasure. I had such a good time reading this book and following the excruciating development of Darcy and Elizabeth 's relationship. The humor is exquisite, truly clever, and never over the top. There is plenty of drama and action to make it a substantial story. In spite of the wonderful sense of humor , this isn't a silly book. The story involves a shipwreck and some very exciting brushes with death, along with very difficult survival challenges. Through it all, ODC learn to rely on each other and to laugh at themselves as well as at each other. The banter between Darcy and Elizabeth is priceless, and knocks them both off their high pedestals. It's wonderful to watch them change and lose their self-righteous attitudes, and start trusting each other. I highly recommend this book.
June 13, 2018
This the second book that I have read by this author. Yes, there were some grammatical errors, but they were not the type that made it impossible to read or understand the story. I like the fact that the story centered primarily on Elizabeth and Darcy without the interference of the other characters. Of course, when they returned to dry land, things changed in the form of the Adley family who stood to gain from Darcy's lack of marriage and children. Obviously, they did not want him to marry Elizabeth. Thanks to Colonel Fitzwilliam, Bingley, and two loyal sailors, Darcy and Elizabeth finally had their HEA!
November 21, 2022
This was excellent! I had heard it recommended a lot but I was skeptical; I’m glad I got over it.
One reason is I usually only read KU but I had one a gift card from a JAFF author and after buying one of her books, I decided to use it on this one also
It’s a great adventure story. Mr Darcy turns out to be survivalist (who knew) and knows everything about surviving in primitive conditions. Makes me thinki should read Robinson Crusoe but there won’t be any Darcy.
Elizabeth is no shrinking Violet, either.
There’s a great villain who is NOT one of the usual suspects. No Wickham, yay!
One reason is I usually only read KU but I had one a gift card from a JAFF author and after buying one of her books, I decided to use it on this one also
It’s a great adventure story. Mr Darcy turns out to be survivalist (who knew) and knows everything about surviving in primitive conditions. Makes me thinki should read Robinson Crusoe but there won’t be any Darcy.
Elizabeth is no shrinking Violet, either.
There’s a great villain who is NOT one of the usual suspects. No Wickham, yay!
September 17, 2023
It's taken me a little while to get around to reviewing this book, mostly because I have so many thoughts about it. I'm rating it 4.5 stars rounded up to 5 because this book so made me want to make extensive notes and even look up information about where it could have happened. It's not your average Pride and Prejudice variation, that's for sure.
In this variation, it's 1816, so the war with Napoleon is over. The story begins a few weeks after Elizabeth Bennet refused Mr. Darcy's Hunsford proposal. But in the narrative we learn that the morning after she refused him, Elizabeth managed to avoid him on her walk, so she received no letter from him. She does suspect that he is behind Bingley's sudden return to Netherfield and his enthusiastic haste to marry Jane, but it's not enough for her to forgive Darcy or like him.
The story begins with Jane Bennet's and Charles Bingley's wedding. Soon after they marry, Jane and Bingley are planning a wedding trip to Italy and invite Elizabeth to come with them. She speaks Italian better than either of them, and it will please both sisters, so Bingley is happy to have her along. He's arranged for a private vessel to carry them to Italy. They travel by carriage to Dover, and there Elizabeth learns that the ship they're to sail on belongs to Mr. Darcy, and he is to take the journey with them! On the first leg of the voyage, a terrible storm rages, and the passengers and crew have to abandon ship.
The story has its problems - for me, at least - and that's why I almost gave it four stars. But when I think back on it, the adventures involved planted seeds in my mind and seem to make up for any errors. It's the kind of story that takes hold of one's imagination, and I love that about it. This story definitely stimulated my fascination with this particular sort of adventure.
In this variation, it's 1816, so the war with Napoleon is over. The story begins a few weeks after Elizabeth Bennet refused Mr. Darcy's Hunsford proposal. But in the narrative we learn that the morning after she refused him, Elizabeth managed to avoid him on her walk, so she received no letter from him. She does suspect that he is behind Bingley's sudden return to Netherfield and his enthusiastic haste to marry Jane, but it's not enough for her to forgive Darcy or like him.
The story begins with Jane Bennet's and Charles Bingley's wedding. Soon after they marry, Jane and Bingley are planning a wedding trip to Italy and invite Elizabeth to come with them. She speaks Italian better than either of them, and it will please both sisters, so Bingley is happy to have her along. He's arranged for a private vessel to carry them to Italy. They travel by carriage to Dover, and there Elizabeth learns that the ship they're to sail on belongs to Mr. Darcy, and he is to take the journey with them! On the first leg of the voyage, a terrible storm rages, and the passengers and crew have to abandon ship.
The story has its problems - for me, at least - and that's why I almost gave it four stars. But when I think back on it, the adventures involved planted seeds in my mind and seem to make up for any errors. It's the kind of story that takes hold of one's imagination, and I love that about it. This story definitely stimulated my fascination with this particular sort of adventure.
August 11, 2024
Do you like castaway stories? I always have with my favorite being the Swiss Family Robinson.
Mr. Darcy proposed to Elizabeth Bennet at Hunsford and was rejected. He now finds himself in the awkward position of being with her as they journey with the new Mr. and Mrs. Bingley to Italy. A storm takes their ship off course and Mr. Darcy and Lizzie find themselves stranded on a desert island. Will they make it off the island? What will society say about such a situation.
My thoughts on this novel:
• Stranded with Mr. Darcy was the July pick for the JASNA Northwoods book club. Those of us that read it enjoyed it but agreed that it could have been trimmed down. The story seemed to drag at times.
• I love castaway stories and Pride and Prejudice variations. This was a fun combo of two genres that I enjoy.
• I enjoyed that Darcy had a lot of survival skills.
• Elizabeth and Darcy grew to know each other as they worked to survive. They cuddled together in the night to share body heat, but surprisingly, nothing more than that occurred.
• The story slowed down for me when they were rescued. There is a storyline with a cousin that is Mr. Darcy’s heir that seemed strange. The cousin did not want Mr. Darcy to marry as he would lose his inheritance. I don’t know why he would assume that Mr. Darcy wouldn’t marry.
Overall, Stranded with Mr. Darcy was a fun Pride and Prejudice variation with a castaway twist.
Book Source: Kindle version purchased through Amazon.com.
This review was first posted on my blog at: https://lauragerold.blogspot.com/2024...
Mr. Darcy proposed to Elizabeth Bennet at Hunsford and was rejected. He now finds himself in the awkward position of being with her as they journey with the new Mr. and Mrs. Bingley to Italy. A storm takes their ship off course and Mr. Darcy and Lizzie find themselves stranded on a desert island. Will they make it off the island? What will society say about such a situation.
My thoughts on this novel:
• Stranded with Mr. Darcy was the July pick for the JASNA Northwoods book club. Those of us that read it enjoyed it but agreed that it could have been trimmed down. The story seemed to drag at times.
• I love castaway stories and Pride and Prejudice variations. This was a fun combo of two genres that I enjoy.
• I enjoyed that Darcy had a lot of survival skills.
• Elizabeth and Darcy grew to know each other as they worked to survive. They cuddled together in the night to share body heat, but surprisingly, nothing more than that occurred.
• The story slowed down for me when they were rescued. There is a storyline with a cousin that is Mr. Darcy’s heir that seemed strange. The cousin did not want Mr. Darcy to marry as he would lose his inheritance. I don’t know why he would assume that Mr. Darcy wouldn’t marry.
Overall, Stranded with Mr. Darcy was a fun Pride and Prejudice variation with a castaway twist.
Book Source: Kindle version purchased through Amazon.com.
This review was first posted on my blog at: https://lauragerold.blogspot.com/2024...
April 24, 2018
Good story as long as you are willing to suspend belief
This story starts after Hunsford except that Elizabeth avoided Darcy and did not receive the letter. Jane and Bingley get married while Elizabeth continues to dislike Darcy. Jane invites Elizabeth on her wedding trip to Italy with Bingley which unbeknownst to Elizabeth was a gift from Darcy.
This is where a reader need to suspend belief as Darcy is the captain of a schooner that will transport everyone to Italy. As indicated by the title, the trip does not go quite according to plan and Darcy/Elizabeth get stranded on a island. Amazingly Darcy has massive survival skills that he learned from an unexpected source.
Elizabeth slowly learns to accept that Darcy is a good guy and that undelivered letter makes an unexpected appearance. Just when you thought think there’s a HEA around the corner, rescue occurs and more angst follows until we finally enjoy a HEA.
Fun story, nut not for those that cannot accept some OOC and a lot that is probably not entirely historically accurate.
This story starts after Hunsford except that Elizabeth avoided Darcy and did not receive the letter. Jane and Bingley get married while Elizabeth continues to dislike Darcy. Jane invites Elizabeth on her wedding trip to Italy with Bingley which unbeknownst to Elizabeth was a gift from Darcy.
This is where a reader need to suspend belief as Darcy is the captain of a schooner that will transport everyone to Italy. As indicated by the title, the trip does not go quite according to plan and Darcy/Elizabeth get stranded on a island. Amazingly Darcy has massive survival skills that he learned from an unexpected source.
Elizabeth slowly learns to accept that Darcy is a good guy and that undelivered letter makes an unexpected appearance. Just when you thought think there’s a HEA around the corner, rescue occurs and more angst follows until we finally enjoy a HEA.
Fun story, nut not for those that cannot accept some OOC and a lot that is probably not entirely historically accurate.
March 25, 2018
Good read but I’m afraid I don’t understand the ending
The prose, the character development was everything it should have been.
SPOILERS
As near as I can make out is a secret marriage is needed so there is no scandal about what might have happed on the island. There can’t be a regular marriage when they get back because Lizzy would be considered ruined. So there finally is a secret marriage but how secret can it be when the evil cousin was at the ceremony and the special license is on the books.
And there is no where on earth that shows an earlier marriage to say otherwise. I don’t see how the secret marriage protects Lizzy from someone evil spending money to investigate everything.
And we won’t even talk about possible blackmail by someone who hates Darcy, like...Wickham?
If someone could leave a comment explaining what I’ve overlooked, I would appreciate the help.
The prose, the character development was everything it should have been.
SPOILERS
As near as I can make out is a secret marriage is needed so there is no scandal about what might have happed on the island. There can’t be a regular marriage when they get back because Lizzy would be considered ruined. So there finally is a secret marriage but how secret can it be when the evil cousin was at the ceremony and the special license is on the books.
And there is no where on earth that shows an earlier marriage to say otherwise. I don’t see how the secret marriage protects Lizzy from someone evil spending money to investigate everything.
And we won’t even talk about possible blackmail by someone who hates Darcy, like...Wickham?
If someone could leave a comment explaining what I’ve overlooked, I would appreciate the help.
June 18, 2023
Oh ❤️
I completely encourage this story! I adore Darcy and appreciate Elizabeth. Jane and Bingley are in the background but when they appear they do steal the show. And not in a bad way.
I Love this story and it’s variations is so singular-I am amazed and appreciative of the storyline. There is no great transformation like I usually do enjoy but the need for survival and companionship with lurid behavior. The growth of the relationship, deepening of respect, and trust was believable. I appreciated that the author showed and not told the reader what was happening. For example the beginning of trust when Darcy shared the story of the parents (Darcy’s Grandfather, Mother, Father, and the de Brogue). Or the way Bingley and Jane stole time to be with each other (spoiler alert) on the island.
It was amazing how this story writer maintained the essence of Darcy and Elizabeth but changed the story line and ending.
I completely encourage this story! I adore Darcy and appreciate Elizabeth. Jane and Bingley are in the background but when they appear they do steal the show. And not in a bad way.
I Love this story and it’s variations is so singular-I am amazed and appreciative of the storyline. There is no great transformation like I usually do enjoy but the need for survival and companionship with lurid behavior. The growth of the relationship, deepening of respect, and trust was believable. I appreciated that the author showed and not told the reader what was happening. For example the beginning of trust when Darcy shared the story of the parents (Darcy’s Grandfather, Mother, Father, and the de Brogue). Or the way Bingley and Jane stole time to be with each other (spoiler alert) on the island.
It was amazing how this story writer maintained the essence of Darcy and Elizabeth but changed the story line and ending.
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