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The Path to Longbourn: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
Darcy is loath to leave his sister, Georgiana, so soon after her recent heartbreak. But when she discovers he has written to his friend, Mr. Bingley, to tell him he will not join him at Netherfield Park, after all, she insists he keeps his word. At the last minute, Darcy relents and rides out for Netherfield without telling Bingley to expect him, dressing in plain clothes and riding an old horse to avoid the attention of thieves.
If Elizabeth Bennet hears one more word about their wealthy new neighbour, Mr. Bingley, she is sure she will go mad. Determined to escape her mother’s obsessive matchmaking, she slips out to walk in the woods before the assembly that night. Forgetting the time, she hurries home to prepare when she encounters a man she has never seen before. When he is thrown from his horse, Elizabeth is startled to discover that the plainly-dressed but handsome man has no idea who he is. She takes him to Longbourn where her family can care for him until he recovers his memory.
Though convinced by his appearance that the man must be a servant, Elizabeth cannot fight her growing feelings for him. Darcy likewise tries to resist falling in love with the bewitching young woman who saved his life. How can he love her when he doesn’t know who he is and what he can offer her? But spending all their time together makes it impossible and they are forced to admit they cannot fight their feelings, no matter what truth might come out about Darcy’s identity.
But a handsome young soldier called George Wickham claims to know Darcy and reveals troubling information about his past. And the future heir of Longbourn, Mr. Collins, is suspicious of the growing intimacy between this injured servant and the woman he wants to marry and is determined to get rid of him.
Hopeless of ever being together, Elizabeth and Darcy are desperate to discover the truth of who he is before a disgraced Darcy is forced to leave Longbourn forever.
If Elizabeth Bennet hears one more word about their wealthy new neighbour, Mr. Bingley, she is sure she will go mad. Determined to escape her mother’s obsessive matchmaking, she slips out to walk in the woods before the assembly that night. Forgetting the time, she hurries home to prepare when she encounters a man she has never seen before. When he is thrown from his horse, Elizabeth is startled to discover that the plainly-dressed but handsome man has no idea who he is. She takes him to Longbourn where her family can care for him until he recovers his memory.
Though convinced by his appearance that the man must be a servant, Elizabeth cannot fight her growing feelings for him. Darcy likewise tries to resist falling in love with the bewitching young woman who saved his life. How can he love her when he doesn’t know who he is and what he can offer her? But spending all their time together makes it impossible and they are forced to admit they cannot fight their feelings, no matter what truth might come out about Darcy’s identity.
But a handsome young soldier called George Wickham claims to know Darcy and reveals troubling information about his past. And the future heir of Longbourn, Mr. Collins, is suspicious of the growing intimacy between this injured servant and the woman he wants to marry and is determined to get rid of him.
Hopeless of ever being together, Elizabeth and Darcy are desperate to discover the truth of who he is before a disgraced Darcy is forced to leave Longbourn forever.
226 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 25, 2019
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Julia Middleton
17 books5 followersJulia Middleton is the founder and Chief Executive of Common Purpose Charitable Trust. She is passionate about helping people to develop as leaders, and campaigns to encourage leaders from all backgrounds to make an active and tangible contribution to their communities and to wider society.
In the autumn of 1988, Julia formed Common Purpose, a not-for-profit social enterprise. Common Purpose runs leadership development programmes that enable people from different backgrounds, sectors and geographies to work together to solve common problems. In the process, it gives participants the inspiration, skills and connections to become better leaders, both at work and in society.
Common Purpose runs local courses for leaders in cities across the world, and global programmes for leaders from over 100 countries across six continents. Each year, 4,000 leaders become Common Purpose alumni.
Julia has helped in the founding of: Demos (an independent think tank), Impetus Trust (developing venture philanthropy in the UK) and was also involved in the founding of The Media Standards Trust (fostering high standards in the news media) and Alfanar (developing venture philanthropy in the Arab world) and is now on the board of both. She is also on the International Advisory Council for Fundação Dom Cabral (a non-profit business institution in Brazil).
Julia was born in London and educated at French Lycées around the world. She worked for the Industrial Society after receiving an economics degree from the London School of Economics. She is married and has five children.
Julia is the author of the bestselling book Beyond Authority: Leadership in a Changing World and her latest book CQ: The competitive edge for leaders crossing borders will be published on 22 May 2014. Julia defines Cultural Intelligence (CQ) as “the ability to cross divides and thrive in multiple cultures”.
In the autumn of 1988, Julia formed Common Purpose, a not-for-profit social enterprise. Common Purpose runs leadership development programmes that enable people from different backgrounds, sectors and geographies to work together to solve common problems. In the process, it gives participants the inspiration, skills and connections to become better leaders, both at work and in society.
Common Purpose runs local courses for leaders in cities across the world, and global programmes for leaders from over 100 countries across six continents. Each year, 4,000 leaders become Common Purpose alumni.
Julia has helped in the founding of: Demos (an independent think tank), Impetus Trust (developing venture philanthropy in the UK) and was also involved in the founding of The Media Standards Trust (fostering high standards in the news media) and Alfanar (developing venture philanthropy in the Arab world) and is now on the board of both. She is also on the International Advisory Council for Fundação Dom Cabral (a non-profit business institution in Brazil).
Julia was born in London and educated at French Lycées around the world. She worked for the Industrial Society after receiving an economics degree from the London School of Economics. She is married and has five children.
Julia is the author of the bestselling book Beyond Authority: Leadership in a Changing World and her latest book CQ: The competitive edge for leaders crossing borders will be published on 22 May 2014. Julia defines Cultural Intelligence (CQ) as “the ability to cross divides and thrive in multiple cultures”.
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May 18, 2019
I really enjoyed this despite a major plot hole and lots of editing errors. It's a fun hero-with-amnesia story, and the romance between Darcy and Elizabeth is particularly steamy (but clean).
Here's the set-up: Darcy had accepted Bingley's invitation to join him at Netherfield and had sent his valet and luggage ahead in anticipation of following on horseback shortly. Then, because of his concern for Georgiana, he changed his mind and notified Bingley he would be delayed. As the book opens, Georgiana convinces him to go that day as originally planned.
Darcy's usual horse throws a shoe. Being in London rather than Pemberley, his only alternative is Samson, a very substandard, slow mount for a man of Darcy's consequence. Undeterred, Darcy changes his attire to fit the circumstances so he won't attract unwanted attention on the road.
Near Longbourn, Samson gets spooked and throws him. Elizabeth happens to be nearby and finds this stranger unconscious with a bleeding head wound. When Darcy wakes, he can't remember his name or anything about his life and has neither identifying papers nor money with him (everything having been sent ahead with his valet).
Elizabeth brings him to nearby Longbourn, and Mr. Bennet has him settled into a guest room and seen by the apothecary. Darcy's there for several weeks, first to heal from his head wound and then because he really has no place else to go until either he remembers who he is or someone recognizes him.
The mystery of Darcy's identity takes most of the book to solve. His clothing and horse suggest that he's not a gentleman; however, his speech and bearing are impressive. Perhaps he's a military man or a steward. When the younger girls discover the value of his fashion opinions, it seems possible he's a valet. Eventually the Bennets decide to call him William or Mr. Williams.
Naturally, Elizabeth and Darcy are attracted to each other. Neither want to act on their feelings, knowing that Darcy is possibly already married. In a flop from P&P, as a gentleman's daughter, Elizabeth is presumably higher in society than he. Both to protect his dignity and because he is a stranger of unknown consequence, he isn't included in social calls and dinners. He becomes a topic of curiosity among the neighbors, who never see him.
Meanwhile, Mr. Bennet worries that Elizabeth is becoming too attached to Mr. Williams. Mrs. Bennet, Mr. Collins and Miss Bingley all believe this mysterious man should be staying elsewhere - Mr. Collins particularly disapproves - believing someone not right in his head like this man poses a potential threat to the Bennet household.
Things get even more desperate when Mr. Wickham recognizes "Mr. Williams" and takes advantage of his enemy's loss of memory.
Great stuff. However, the whole premise has a fatal flaw. Both Georgiana and Mr. Bingley should realize something is wrong early on. Bingley sends letters to Darcy in London, but Georgiana and the major household servants know Mr. Darcy is supposed to be visiting Mr. Bingley. Similarly, Netherfield would be receiving letters from Georgiana addressed to Darcy. Just the correspondence would have tipped those on both ends that Darcy had traveled to Netherfield but never arrived. Also, his valet wouldn't be sitting at Netherfield for so long without seeking out his master's instructions.
In addition, many characters act quite sanguine about Darcy's memory eventually returning, as if this is a common malady. The first time Elizabeth says it, she admits to herself that she knows nothing about head wounds and only wants to give reassurance, but various characters says the same thing throughout the story and seem to believe it.
The many editing errors are stop-you-in-your-tracks obvious. They definitely disturb the flow of the writing, which is otherwise quite good.
Although I do recommend this because of the unique storyline and the swoony romance, be prepared to overlook the poor editing and the unlikelihood that Darcy's disappearance would have gone unnoticed for so long.
Here's the set-up: Darcy had accepted Bingley's invitation to join him at Netherfield and had sent his valet and luggage ahead in anticipation of following on horseback shortly. Then, because of his concern for Georgiana, he changed his mind and notified Bingley he would be delayed. As the book opens, Georgiana convinces him to go that day as originally planned.
Darcy's usual horse throws a shoe. Being in London rather than Pemberley, his only alternative is Samson, a very substandard, slow mount for a man of Darcy's consequence. Undeterred, Darcy changes his attire to fit the circumstances so he won't attract unwanted attention on the road.
Near Longbourn, Samson gets spooked and throws him. Elizabeth happens to be nearby and finds this stranger unconscious with a bleeding head wound. When Darcy wakes, he can't remember his name or anything about his life and has neither identifying papers nor money with him (everything having been sent ahead with his valet).
Elizabeth brings him to nearby Longbourn, and Mr. Bennet has him settled into a guest room and seen by the apothecary. Darcy's there for several weeks, first to heal from his head wound and then because he really has no place else to go until either he remembers who he is or someone recognizes him.
The mystery of Darcy's identity takes most of the book to solve. His clothing and horse suggest that he's not a gentleman; however, his speech and bearing are impressive. Perhaps he's a military man or a steward. When the younger girls discover the value of his fashion opinions, it seems possible he's a valet. Eventually the Bennets decide to call him William or Mr. Williams.
Naturally, Elizabeth and Darcy are attracted to each other. Neither want to act on their feelings, knowing that Darcy is possibly already married. In a flop from P&P, as a gentleman's daughter, Elizabeth is presumably higher in society than he. Both to protect his dignity and because he is a stranger of unknown consequence, he isn't included in social calls and dinners. He becomes a topic of curiosity among the neighbors, who never see him.
Meanwhile, Mr. Bennet worries that Elizabeth is becoming too attached to Mr. Williams. Mrs. Bennet, Mr. Collins and Miss Bingley all believe this mysterious man should be staying elsewhere - Mr. Collins particularly disapproves - believing someone not right in his head like this man poses a potential threat to the Bennet household.
Things get even more desperate when Mr. Wickham recognizes "Mr. Williams" and takes advantage of his enemy's loss of memory.
Great stuff. However, the whole premise has a fatal flaw. Both Georgiana and Mr. Bingley should realize something is wrong early on. Bingley sends letters to Darcy in London, but Georgiana and the major household servants know Mr. Darcy is supposed to be visiting Mr. Bingley. Similarly, Netherfield would be receiving letters from Georgiana addressed to Darcy. Just the correspondence would have tipped those on both ends that Darcy had traveled to Netherfield but never arrived. Also, his valet wouldn't be sitting at Netherfield for so long without seeking out his master's instructions.
In addition, many characters act quite sanguine about Darcy's memory eventually returning, as if this is a common malady. The first time Elizabeth says it, she admits to herself that she knows nothing about head wounds and only wants to give reassurance, but various characters says the same thing throughout the story and seem to believe it.
The many editing errors are stop-you-in-your-tracks obvious. They definitely disturb the flow of the writing, which is otherwise quite good.
Although I do recommend this because of the unique storyline and the swoony romance, be prepared to overlook the poor editing and the unlikelihood that Darcy's disappearance would have gone unnoticed for so long.
May 6, 2019
If you don't get lost, there's a chance you may never be found. ~ Author Unknown
On the journey from London to Netherfield Park, Darcy has a fall from his horse.
Yes, yet another memory-loss trope … a pretty good story, downgraded by a serious lack of proofreading.
Darcy’s usual riding horse is in need of shoeing when he changes plans and leaves immediately for Meryton. His only choice of a horse is old, tired Samson, a steed who even when young came in a plain, brown wrapper; not the sort of horse a wealthy young man would ride. Darcy changes from his usual attire to clothes more fit for a steward or possibly a tradesman. His rationale: Samson would not be able to outrun a highwayman if needed. He would travel in a disguise.
After his injury, Darcy is found by Elizabeth and transported to Longbourn to recover. The Bingleys believe he will not be arriving for some weeks, so no one worries. Darcy has no memories of his life. The Bennets assume he is what his horse and clothes indicate: a working man of some sort, with a gentleman’s education.
He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened. ~ Lao Tzu
His recovery moves Darcy on a journey of self-discovery – in both senses of the phrase. He behaves as the Bennets’ lesser instead of their better. His feelings for Elizabeth occur in a very different world. If you enjoy a romance filled with clandestine touches and longing looks across a crowded room this is a story for you.
Wickham rears his handsome head, as does Mr. Collins. The funniest part of the book is Collins’ attempt to look down his nose at Darcy, especially after Collins identifies Elizabeth as the companion of his future life.
There are a couple of issues in plot logic but not enough to be unable to appreciate the book.
I enjoyed this story and I would recommend it to JAFF readers but – please, Ms. Middleton, find a picky person to proofread your next book.
Never mind searching for who you are. Search for the person you aspire to be. ~ Robert Brault
On the journey from London to Netherfield Park, Darcy has a fall from his horse.
Yes, yet another memory-loss trope … a pretty good story, downgraded by a serious lack of proofreading.
Darcy’s usual riding horse is in need of shoeing when he changes plans and leaves immediately for Meryton. His only choice of a horse is old, tired Samson, a steed who even when young came in a plain, brown wrapper; not the sort of horse a wealthy young man would ride. Darcy changes from his usual attire to clothes more fit for a steward or possibly a tradesman. His rationale: Samson would not be able to outrun a highwayman if needed. He would travel in a disguise.
After his injury, Darcy is found by Elizabeth and transported to Longbourn to recover. The Bingleys believe he will not be arriving for some weeks, so no one worries. Darcy has no memories of his life. The Bennets assume he is what his horse and clothes indicate: a working man of some sort, with a gentleman’s education.
He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened. ~ Lao Tzu
His recovery moves Darcy on a journey of self-discovery – in both senses of the phrase. He behaves as the Bennets’ lesser instead of their better. His feelings for Elizabeth occur in a very different world. If you enjoy a romance filled with clandestine touches and longing looks across a crowded room this is a story for you.
Wickham rears his handsome head, as does Mr. Collins. The funniest part of the book is Collins’ attempt to look down his nose at Darcy, especially after Collins identifies Elizabeth as the companion of his future life.
There are a couple of issues in plot logic but not enough to be unable to appreciate the book.
I enjoyed this story and I would recommend it to JAFF readers but – please, Ms. Middleton, find a picky person to proofread your next book.
Never mind searching for who you are. Search for the person you aspire to be. ~ Robert Brault
April 27, 2019
Average story
3.5 stars rounded down because of the abrupt ending and the low interest of the story. Not a bad Kindle Unlimited story to try.
3.5 stars rounded down because of the abrupt ending and the low interest of the story. Not a bad Kindle Unlimited story to try.
June 18, 2019
3.5 stars rounded up to 4 stars
Debbie Brown has posted an excellent review.
This is another story about a person with amnesia. Darcy is persuaded by Georgiana to travel to Hertfordshire late in the day from London but he has to take a rather slow horse and thus dresses down so as not to attract robbers (a slow horse could not outrun those). The horse spooks at a fox's howl and throws Darcy who strikes his head during the fall. Elizabeth finds him and takes him home where the family is insistent that he stay to heal and to regain his memory.
Obviously Georgiana and Bingley should have been questioning where Darcy was within a few days of when he was supposed to arrive at Netherfield and his valet should also have been raising the alarm. Elizabeth protects him from nosy neighbors and although warned by her father against forming any attachment with a man they know nothing about...of course, she (and he) do just that. At times they wonder if he has a wife or even a fiancée. Wickham sees Darcy by chance and assigns all his own personal history and bad character to Darcy...although he does give him his name. (The Bennets have been calling him Mr. Williams.)
The family decides he must have had a high position with someone or some family. Perhaps he was a steward or a valet. His horse and his clothes convince them he is not wealthy nor of high society. His manners, his speech and his interests point to a good education, at the minimum.
I liked the way this Darcy behaved even in not knowing who he is or what level of society he belongs to. He chops wood, helps with dressing the Bennet sisters' hair and even gives them advice about dresses. Mr. Bennet and Elizabeth try various gambits, i.e., playing different music, dancing, playing chess, etc. to see if any of those stir memories. Small bits such as "an estate that starts with 'Pem...maybe Pemberton?' come to mind but nothing jogs his brain back to recovery.
ODC does come to admit their feelings but then also have some time to face turning their backs on those forever as certain circumstances seem to point to Darcy, in fact, having a wife or then having a fiancée.
This story was very interesting. It kept my attention. BUT, oh, does it ever need a proofreaders and/or editor.
Debbie Brown has posted an excellent review.
This is another story about a person with amnesia. Darcy is persuaded by Georgiana to travel to Hertfordshire late in the day from London but he has to take a rather slow horse and thus dresses down so as not to attract robbers (a slow horse could not outrun those). The horse spooks at a fox's howl and throws Darcy who strikes his head during the fall. Elizabeth finds him and takes him home where the family is insistent that he stay to heal and to regain his memory.
Obviously Georgiana and Bingley should have been questioning where Darcy was within a few days of when he was supposed to arrive at Netherfield and his valet should also have been raising the alarm. Elizabeth protects him from nosy neighbors and although warned by her father against forming any attachment with a man they know nothing about...of course, she (and he) do just that. At times they wonder if he has a wife or even a fiancée. Wickham sees Darcy by chance and assigns all his own personal history and bad character to Darcy...although he does give him his name. (The Bennets have been calling him Mr. Williams.)
The family decides he must have had a high position with someone or some family. Perhaps he was a steward or a valet. His horse and his clothes convince them he is not wealthy nor of high society. His manners, his speech and his interests point to a good education, at the minimum.
I liked the way this Darcy behaved even in not knowing who he is or what level of society he belongs to. He chops wood, helps with dressing the Bennet sisters' hair and even gives them advice about dresses. Mr. Bennet and Elizabeth try various gambits, i.e., playing different music, dancing, playing chess, etc. to see if any of those stir memories. Small bits such as "an estate that starts with 'Pem...maybe Pemberton?' come to mind but nothing jogs his brain back to recovery.
ODC does come to admit their feelings but then also have some time to face turning their backs on those forever as certain circumstances seem to point to Darcy, in fact, having a wife or then having a fiancée.
This story was very interesting. It kept my attention. BUT, oh, does it ever need a proofreaders and/or editor.
July 21, 2019
Fun Story in desperate need of an epilogue
This was interesting and engrossing, rather romantic but clean. It needs a bit of time tooth combing to correct some errors such as misplacing Bingley with Bennett erroneously in several places. A nd, since Darcy has lost his memory, as he spends his time, not knowing his own identity, though temporarily christened with the name "William" by chance, in the narrative, Elizabeth refers to him as "Darcy" before that name is attached to him. All that aside, this is entertaining, but really - there needs be a thorough epilogue. Please do amend, dear author.
This was interesting and engrossing, rather romantic but clean. It needs a bit of time tooth combing to correct some errors such as misplacing Bingley with Bennett erroneously in several places. A nd, since Darcy has lost his memory, as he spends his time, not knowing his own identity, though temporarily christened with the name "William" by chance, in the narrative, Elizabeth refers to him as "Darcy" before that name is attached to him. All that aside, this is entertaining, but really - there needs be a thorough epilogue. Please do amend, dear author.
May 31, 2019
3 1/2 stars Kindle unlimited
Wrong names, misspellings! Editing errors!
There is not much to be said after you read Debbie and Wosedwew’s reviews. The ending seemed rushed.
Wrong names, misspellings! Editing errors!
There is not much to be said after you read Debbie and Wosedwew’s reviews. The ending seemed rushed.
June 21, 2019
In this Pride and Prejudice variation, Elizabeth rescues Darcy after he falls off his horse. The fall causes him to loose his memory. As he was traveling incognito, he has no identification. The Bennet family takes him in, and a fall in love with your nurse story is the result.
The typical cast of characters takes advantage of the situation, but in the end our dear couple finds their happily ever after.
The typical cast of characters takes advantage of the situation, but in the end our dear couple finds their happily ever after.
July 16, 2019
Enjoyable idea and a lovely building relationship between Darcy and Elizabeth. I liked Wickham and Miss Bingley particularly. Some things are well done but there are a few large holes in the plot, plus some modern Americanisms used.
The most frustrating thing was that “Mr Williams” was constantly referred to as Darcy, including by Elizabeth in her head, which is very distracting and undermines the point of the storyline.
There are also some major plotholes glossed over to aid the romance and drama. This is a book where it’s advisable not to think too hard while reading, allowing you to ignore the inconsistencies! Firstly is the idea of Darcy travelling alone and in poor clothing at all, if he was really so proud and unbending as everybody thinks, he wouldn’t have done this (would it even be considered safe?). Secondly, if they really thought Darcy was a valet Mr Collins is, in fairness, quite right about not letting him interact so much with the family. And Elizabeth might be intrigued but she wouldn’t be so forward with him. Even in the book when she thinks Wickham is a gentleman and very amiable, she holds back because he couldn’t support a wife. True love or not, she wouldn’t really snog a servant! Mr and Mrs Bennet certainly wouldn’t have left her in a position where she could, even negligent as they are. And most obviously I felt, Bingley and Georgianna are apparently worried about Darcy and write letters to him (plus Darcy’s clothes and valet are at Netherfield) yet inexplicably they don’t consider contacting each other. It was only a month or so, the author could easily have arranged matters so that Bingley & Georgianna were totally unaware and made the scenario more believable. There are also some minor things, such as: apparently none of the gentlemen have valets; Miss Bingley mentions many details which Darcy partially remembers, yet Elizabeth never even considers the coincidences; and there are various breaches of etiquette between the Bennets and Darcy - kissing is the least of it, he even dresses Kitty and Lydia!!
Kindle Unlimited so worth a read.
The most frustrating thing was that “Mr Williams” was constantly referred to as Darcy, including by Elizabeth in her head, which is very distracting and undermines the point of the storyline.
There are also some major plotholes glossed over to aid the romance and drama. This is a book where it’s advisable not to think too hard while reading, allowing you to ignore the inconsistencies! Firstly is the idea of Darcy travelling alone and in poor clothing at all, if he was really so proud and unbending as everybody thinks, he wouldn’t have done this (would it even be considered safe?). Secondly, if they really thought Darcy was a valet Mr Collins is, in fairness, quite right about not letting him interact so much with the family. And Elizabeth might be intrigued but she wouldn’t be so forward with him. Even in the book when she thinks Wickham is a gentleman and very amiable, she holds back because he couldn’t support a wife. True love or not, she wouldn’t really snog a servant! Mr and Mrs Bennet certainly wouldn’t have left her in a position where she could, even negligent as they are. And most obviously I felt, Bingley and Georgianna are apparently worried about Darcy and write letters to him (plus Darcy’s clothes and valet are at Netherfield) yet inexplicably they don’t consider contacting each other. It was only a month or so, the author could easily have arranged matters so that Bingley & Georgianna were totally unaware and made the scenario more believable. There are also some minor things, such as: apparently none of the gentlemen have valets; Miss Bingley mentions many details which Darcy partially remembers, yet Elizabeth never even considers the coincidences; and there are various breaches of etiquette between the Bennets and Darcy - kissing is the least of it, he even dresses Kitty and Lydia!!
Kindle Unlimited so worth a read.
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June 4, 2019
Need a negative rating
This has to be the worst edited (never edited?) Book so far. Could have really enjoyed the story if only a little attention had been given to editing. If your characters do not know who someone is and they give him a name, then whenever they think of him it should be with the name they have him, NOT his real name. Using his real name in such instances is not only an insult to the reader (author is saying, "You, reader, are too stupid to know who he really is if I do not use the real name.") but it also makes it hard to relate to the characters because you are not involved in what they are thinking of author puts the name they do not know in their thoughts! Then to top it off, the author seems to know nothing of correct verb conjugation. Very disappointing.
This has to be the worst edited (never edited?) Book so far. Could have really enjoyed the story if only a little attention had been given to editing. If your characters do not know who someone is and they give him a name, then whenever they think of him it should be with the name they have him, NOT his real name. Using his real name in such instances is not only an insult to the reader (author is saying, "You, reader, are too stupid to know who he really is if I do not use the real name.") but it also makes it hard to relate to the characters because you are not involved in what they are thinking of author puts the name they do not know in their thoughts! Then to top it off, the author seems to know nothing of correct verb conjugation. Very disappointing.
May 23, 2019
Proof reader needed!
I did enjoy this book. The mistakes were a distraction. It could have been so much more enjoyable without having to go back to see what was really the intent of the author. 🌹
I did enjoy this book. The mistakes were a distraction. It could have been so much more enjoyable without having to go back to see what was really the intent of the author. 🌹
June 18, 2019
Nice concept but needs polishing
I liked the story and plot twists;however it threw me t h at the author kept referring to Mr. Williams as Mr. Darcy. This broke credibility in the story line.
I would have given it a 4 star rating if not for those glaring errors.
I liked the story and plot twists;however it threw me t h at the author kept referring to Mr. Williams as Mr. Darcy. This broke credibility in the story line.
I would have given it a 4 star rating if not for those glaring errors.
May 16, 2019
Amazing book
This book is very enjoyable to read. A very different p&p. Love the relationship Darcy and Elizabeth build while his memory is lost.
This book is very enjoyable to read. A very different p&p. Love the relationship Darcy and Elizabeth build while his memory is lost.
May 22, 2019
Nice story
This theme has been done before, but the plotline kept me reading.
Disappointed with the large number of spelling mistakes and grammatical errors and changes in tense.
This theme has been done before, but the plotline kept me reading.
Disappointed with the large number of spelling mistakes and grammatical errors and changes in tense.
June 2, 2019
Yup, satisfying my P&P. This one had amnesia but well done and I liked how the relationship built without Darcy being an ass first ;)
June 22, 2019
Interesting
An interesting variation inspired by author Jane Austen’s classic Pride and Prejudice. An unusual storyline and enjoyable storyline and characters
An interesting variation inspired by author Jane Austen’s classic Pride and Prejudice. An unusual storyline and enjoyable storyline and characters
July 15, 2019
Good book
I liked the book good plot but I would have enjoyed an epilogue. I wish Wickham had got his dues, but he was allowed to slink away.
I liked the book good plot but I would have enjoyed an epilogue. I wish Wickham had got his dues, but he was allowed to slink away.
December 17, 2019
This was a fun & sweet story. The plot was very simple & easily resolved, but an enjoyable, easy read.
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