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Armed Robbery
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a new family of great fortune must be in want of some robbing. Unfortunately for this family, their salvation lies in the hands of two disgruntled partners. Will they ever manage to find deliverance, much less a happy ending?
In an alternate interruption of Jane and Lizzy's Netherfield stay, our favorite hero and heroine find their courage landing them in two sudden, unconventional roles they must play to perfection to have any chance at saving themselves and their friends. Old and new feelings - heightened by the urgency of very present danger - turn some friends into enemies, some enemies into allies, and certain acquaintances into so much more.
Told in multiple first-person perspectives, Armed Robbery peeks into the minds of our dear endangered friends in an exciting, quick read packed with danger, duty, and eventual delight. Published with a brand new epistolary epilogue.
In an alternate interruption of Jane and Lizzy's Netherfield stay, our favorite hero and heroine find their courage landing them in two sudden, unconventional roles they must play to perfection to have any chance at saving themselves and their friends. Old and new feelings - heightened by the urgency of very present danger - turn some friends into enemies, some enemies into allies, and certain acquaintances into so much more.
Told in multiple first-person perspectives, Armed Robbery peeks into the minds of our dear endangered friends in an exciting, quick read packed with danger, duty, and eventual delight. Published with a brand new epistolary epilogue.
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99 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 3, 2019
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November 4, 2019
this is a strange little story that is not for the P&P novice or newby. Set during Jane Bennet's illness at Netherfield this is an entire story told in the first person from various POVs. It is also a story that since it is told in the first person is very dialogue heavy. Sometimes it is easy to figure out who the narrator du jour is, others had me confused for some time.
When there is an armed home invasion of Netherfield some one must act and two people are quick to identify as Mr. & Mrs. Bingley to protect the others; I don't suppose I need to spoiler tag that neither of this people are actually Bingley nor are they married. Our bandits are real baddies working for a boss and they aren't leaving without the money.
The story is extremely fast paced and a bit perplexing at times. Alas we aren't spared both an epilogue and a epistolary ending.
When there is an armed home invasion of Netherfield some one must act and two people are quick to identify as Mr. & Mrs. Bingley to protect the others; I don't suppose I need to spoiler tag that neither of this people are actually Bingley nor are they married. Our bandits are real baddies working for a boss and they aren't leaving without the money.
The story is extremely fast paced and a bit perplexing at times. Alas we aren't spared both an epilogue and a epistolary ending.
June 28, 2019
3.5 rounded up to 4 stars
Things get tense at Netherfield when, during Jane's illness and Elizabeth's attendance there to nurse her sister, armed robbers break in and take them, Mr. and Miss Bingley, Mr. and Mrs. Hurst, and Mr. Darcy prisoner. The thieves demand the location of the 10,000 pounds they erroneously believe is stashed somewhere on the premises.
Darcy and Elizabeth act to protect the others at great risk to themselves and must rely on each other to stay alive. She gets to see Darcy at his most heroic, which affects her opinion of him, and his observation of her poise and courage elevates her even further in his estimation. It's hard to say much more without getting into spoiler territory. It definitely kept me turning pages wanting to find out how they'd get out of this fix!
Two plot glitches do bug me, though. We're told that the Netherfield servants, having no particular loyalty to the new tenants, desert the estate when the robbers barge in. Not a single one is corralled with the other captives or shot. The thieves essentially take up residence for a couple of days trying to extract the information and money they seek with NO fear that the magistrate or any of the surrounding households might be notified by one of the escaped servants. Turns out that they're right; apparently the servants figure this is none of their business.(!!)
The other glitch is that at one point Elizabeth unties Darcy's ropes, which is not mentioned when their captors return. Darcy is hauled off and beaten, apparently without defending himself. Did they discover he was free and tie him up again? Or did he just not defend himself? That's not a big thing, but still...
Despite those holes, it's worth a read for the imaginative storyline. Content is clean.
Things get tense at Netherfield when, during Jane's illness and Elizabeth's attendance there to nurse her sister, armed robbers break in and take them, Mr. and Miss Bingley, Mr. and Mrs. Hurst, and Mr. Darcy prisoner. The thieves demand the location of the 10,000 pounds they erroneously believe is stashed somewhere on the premises.
Darcy and Elizabeth act to protect the others at great risk to themselves and must rely on each other to stay alive. She gets to see Darcy at his most heroic, which affects her opinion of him, and his observation of her poise and courage elevates her even further in his estimation. It's hard to say much more without getting into spoiler territory. It definitely kept me turning pages wanting to find out how they'd get out of this fix!
Two plot glitches do bug me, though. We're told that the Netherfield servants, having no particular loyalty to the new tenants, desert the estate when the robbers barge in. Not a single one is corralled with the other captives or shot. The thieves essentially take up residence for a couple of days trying to extract the information and money they seek with NO fear that the magistrate or any of the surrounding households might be notified by one of the escaped servants. Turns out that they're right; apparently the servants figure this is none of their business.(!!)
The other glitch is that at one point Elizabeth unties Darcy's ropes, which is not mentioned when their captors return. Darcy is hauled off and beaten, apparently without defending himself. Did they discover he was free and tie him up again? Or did he just not defend himself? That's not a big thing, but still...
Despite those holes, it's worth a read for the imaginative storyline. Content is clean.
May 2, 2023
How can anything go wrong with romance when there are robbers to encourage it?
Oh what an adventure this tale brings! After being disappointed with the author’s A Promise to Keep, this reader is back to full-on admiration for the author with this brief yet satisfying “what if” for Fitzwilliam Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet.
This features yet again extraordinary Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, both brave, loyal and sacrificing, as they tackle a Netherfield besieged with robbers, armed with pistols, knives and malicious intentions, save for one. As they find themselves in captivity and close proximity, they soon discover how their feelings for one another are greatly affected by the dangers and sufferings of the other, threatening to keep their hearts in captivity as well. After parties throw caution to the winds making hasty proposals that could affect the rest of their lives, it is only a matter of time until they are freed from the dangers to examine the veracity of those proposals and feelings they’ve engendered throughout their terrible ordeal.
Although the title would have been better, this reader is highly satisfied with this variation, again for its brevity, conciseness and the author’s knack of going straight to the point without wasted words and pages. Despite being short, it manages to depict the essence of Darcy’s and Elizabeth’s regard and love for one another albeit within such a short duration of time. True, humans tend to gear towards the ridiculous sentiments of affection and love without a sound foundation. But it seems the author managed to lay a good foundation here for Mr. Darcy’s and Elizabeth Bennet’s romance.
Highly recommended for readers who love a good crime adventure, while pressed for valuable reading time.
Oh what an adventure this tale brings! After being disappointed with the author’s A Promise to Keep, this reader is back to full-on admiration for the author with this brief yet satisfying “what if” for Fitzwilliam Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet.
This features yet again extraordinary Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, both brave, loyal and sacrificing, as they tackle a Netherfield besieged with robbers, armed with pistols, knives and malicious intentions, save for one. As they find themselves in captivity and close proximity, they soon discover how their feelings for one another are greatly affected by the dangers and sufferings of the other, threatening to keep their hearts in captivity as well. After parties throw caution to the winds making hasty proposals that could affect the rest of their lives, it is only a matter of time until they are freed from the dangers to examine the veracity of those proposals and feelings they’ve engendered throughout their terrible ordeal.
Although the title would have been better, this reader is highly satisfied with this variation, again for its brevity, conciseness and the author’s knack of going straight to the point without wasted words and pages. Despite being short, it manages to depict the essence of Darcy’s and Elizabeth’s regard and love for one another albeit within such a short duration of time. True, humans tend to gear towards the ridiculous sentiments of affection and love without a sound foundation. But it seems the author managed to lay a good foundation here for Mr. Darcy’s and Elizabeth Bennet’s romance.
Highly recommended for readers who love a good crime adventure, while pressed for valuable reading time.
June 13, 2019
3 1/2 stars
The story begins while Jane and Elizabeth are at Netherfield. All of a sudden the men have stormed Netherfield looking for Mr. Bingley and lots of money. Little do these men know that it is a lie Caroline has been telling the neighborhood. Darcy offers himself as Bingley and Elizabeth offers herself as Mrs. Bingley to save sick Jane. Can Darcy and Elizabeth survive against the robbers and save everyone in the house. Read this short story to find out how it ends.
The story begins while Jane and Elizabeth are at Netherfield. All of a sudden the men have stormed Netherfield looking for Mr. Bingley and lots of money. Little do these men know that it is a lie Caroline has been telling the neighborhood. Darcy offers himself as Bingley and Elizabeth offers herself as Mrs. Bingley to save sick Jane. Can Darcy and Elizabeth survive against the robbers and save everyone in the house. Read this short story to find out how it ends.
June 28, 2019
3.5 stars rounded up to 4 stars
Elizabeth is at Netherfield nursing a sick Jane when three robbers enter with weapons. They demand that Mr. and Mrs. Bingley tell them where the 10,000 pounds are hidden. It is later revealed just who the "boss" is and how he might have surmised that there are riches there.
Darcy and Elizabeth separately take on the roles of Mr. Bingley and Mrs. Bingley to protect others in the household. (One wonders how the thieves got in and where all the servants are. The author has the staff as being new employees with no loyalty to the family.)
ODC are literally thrown together and both threatened and abused as the little cash they turn over is not considered enough.
This was a page turner. However, being short it can be read within a day. It did keep my attention. The story is a series of first person POVs and then we have an epilogue in the form of letters between family members.
Elizabeth is at Netherfield nursing a sick Jane when three robbers enter with weapons. They demand that Mr. and Mrs. Bingley tell them where the 10,000 pounds are hidden. It is later revealed just who the "boss" is and how he might have surmised that there are riches there.
Darcy and Elizabeth separately take on the roles of Mr. Bingley and Mrs. Bingley to protect others in the household. (One wonders how the thieves got in and where all the servants are. The author has the staff as being new employees with no loyalty to the family.)
ODC are literally thrown together and both threatened and abused as the little cash they turn over is not considered enough.
This was a page turner. However, being short it can be read within a day. It did keep my attention. The story is a series of first person POVs and then we have an epilogue in the form of letters between family members.
December 1, 2024
Novel idea!
I only wondered about one detail but otherwise enjoyed this tale. There are some swonworthy scenes between our dear couple. An amenable read.
I only wondered about one detail but otherwise enjoyed this tale. There are some swonworthy scenes between our dear couple. An amenable read.
August 17, 2019
A sudden act of bravery puts Elizabeth and Darcy together to attempt to outwit robbers who invade Netherfield. A sense of danger and risk either brings out the best or the worst in people, and our dear couple finds their best in each other through some stressful circumstances.
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April 21, 2020DNF
June 19, 2024
This book had a very interesting plot and I enjoyed how it changed perspectives between being told from Darcy's perspective to Lizzy's and even occasionally from Jane and Bingley's perspective. I enjoyed the story as a whole and thought the epilogue told in the from of letters was done well.
February 16, 2024
I loved it!
It was so enticing that I couldn’t put it down, this book grabbed my interest from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down, I had to know what happened next. The story is well written with a very good storyline. You will see most beloved characters in a whole new way. Oh what an adventure this tale brings!Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, are both brave, loyal and sacrificing, as they tackle a Netherfield besieged with robbers, armed with pistols, knives and malicious intentions, save for one. As they find themselves in captivity and close proximity, they soon discover how their feelings for one another are greatly affected by the dangers and sufferings of the other, threatening to keep their hearts in captivity as well. After parties throw caution to the winds making hasty proposals that could affect the rest of their lives, it is only a matter of time until they are freed from the dangers to examine the veracity of those proposals and feelings they’ve engendered throughout their terrible ordeal. Despite being short, it manages to depict the essence of Darcy’s and Elizabeth’s regard and love for one another, albeit within such a short duration of time. True, humans tend to gear towards the ridiculous sentiments of affection and love without a sound foundation, but it seems the author managed to lay a good foundation here for Darcy’s and Elizabeth’s romance. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. I highly recommend to everyone.
It was so enticing that I couldn’t put it down, this book grabbed my interest from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down, I had to know what happened next. The story is well written with a very good storyline. You will see most beloved characters in a whole new way. Oh what an adventure this tale brings!Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, are both brave, loyal and sacrificing, as they tackle a Netherfield besieged with robbers, armed with pistols, knives and malicious intentions, save for one. As they find themselves in captivity and close proximity, they soon discover how their feelings for one another are greatly affected by the dangers and sufferings of the other, threatening to keep their hearts in captivity as well. After parties throw caution to the winds making hasty proposals that could affect the rest of their lives, it is only a matter of time until they are freed from the dangers to examine the veracity of those proposals and feelings they’ve engendered throughout their terrible ordeal. Despite being short, it manages to depict the essence of Darcy’s and Elizabeth’s regard and love for one another, albeit within such a short duration of time. True, humans tend to gear towards the ridiculous sentiments of affection and love without a sound foundation, but it seems the author managed to lay a good foundation here for Darcy’s and Elizabeth’s romance. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. I highly recommend to everyone.
December 31, 2019
Wonderful
Although I was expecting something more lighthearted or humorous, based on some of this author's other books, this was a fun book to read. There is a robbery at Netherfield Park, in broad daylight, and when there are quite a few people in residence, including Jane Bennett (recovering from a cold) and Elizabeth Bennett (there to nurse Jane). Mr. Bingley, his sisters, Mr. Hurst and Mr. Darcy are all there.
The whole scenario of the robbery is pretty crazy, but if you just suspend belief and go with the idea, it's an interesting read. The three robbers are sufficiently nasty, leading to a lot of heroic actions on the part of Elizabeth, Darcy and Bingley. These heroic actions lead to some very nice romantic interludes. I especially liked the interactions between Elizabeth and Darcy, very swoon worthy.
The book is well written and well edited. If you're willing to accept a somewhat silly premise, I recommend it highly.
Although I was expecting something more lighthearted or humorous, based on some of this author's other books, this was a fun book to read. There is a robbery at Netherfield Park, in broad daylight, and when there are quite a few people in residence, including Jane Bennett (recovering from a cold) and Elizabeth Bennett (there to nurse Jane). Mr. Bingley, his sisters, Mr. Hurst and Mr. Darcy are all there.
The whole scenario of the robbery is pretty crazy, but if you just suspend belief and go with the idea, it's an interesting read. The three robbers are sufficiently nasty, leading to a lot of heroic actions on the part of Elizabeth, Darcy and Bingley. These heroic actions lead to some very nice romantic interludes. I especially liked the interactions between Elizabeth and Darcy, very swoon worthy.
The book is well written and well edited. If you're willing to accept a somewhat silly premise, I recommend it highly.
January 14, 2023
At Netherfield, as Jane recovers from her illness, armed robbers force their way in demanding money. In order to protect the others, Darcy and Elizabeth pretend to be Bingley and Mrs. Bingley. The book is written from the first person perspective of Darcy, Elizabeth, and Bingley. At times, I was confused, or forgot, which person was speaking/thinking.
I wondered where the servants were in all of this. It wasn't until much later in the book that we're told they were dismissed. So the footmen, the maids, the cook and kitchen staff, the stablehands and coachman, even Caroline and Mrs. Hurst's personal maids were kicked out and not a single one of them raised the alarm about what was going on at Netherfield?
There are many errors in this book, from awkward syntax to incorrect word choices, that were impossible to ignore.
I wondered where the servants were in all of this. It wasn't until much later in the book that we're told they were dismissed. So the footmen, the maids, the cook and kitchen staff, the stablehands and coachman, even Caroline and Mrs. Hurst's personal maids were kicked out and not a single one of them raised the alarm about what was going on at Netherfield?
There are many errors in this book, from awkward syntax to incorrect word choices, that were impossible to ignore.
September 1, 2020
This was a quick read. It was as nice escape between longer, more "serious" reads. The plot offers an interesting premise, but the execution was inconsistent. Some sections of the book were well-written, but others suffered from logical and/or linguistic fallacies. The first-person narration was jarring at times as well. I think it would have helped to label each section by person, so the reader could immediately know whose story they were reading. Even now, there are sections of the book that I am not quite sure if they actually happened or were just a dream, or what? It was a quick, enjoyable read, but could be improved through editing and revision.
June 21, 2024
This was a great concept that loses some of its potential due to the execution. I love the stories in which looming danger and great emotions enhance our dear couple's relationship but here some of the emotional impact gets lost in the headhoppy, episodic narration. There is little time for the reader to get invested in anyone's fear or anxiety before we're in someone else's head again. I think this could have been a great story with a little more fleshing out.
Steam level: Kissing and obscure wedding night references. Some violence.
Steam level: Kissing and obscure wedding night references. Some violence.
January 26, 2025
A good idea but poor execution.
This was a good idea for a different plot but it was not very well executed. This need more than 99 pages to give time for the plot to develop. Short books are great when the plot allows but this just defied logic and reason a bit too much.
The writing style was interesting and I quite enjoyed it (first person throughout; switching between characters). Unfortunately the language itself is not great with some very strange sentences which use overly flowery language and which make no sense.
3.5* for the plot
2.5* for the writing
This was a good idea for a different plot but it was not very well executed. This need more than 99 pages to give time for the plot to develop. Short books are great when the plot allows but this just defied logic and reason a bit too much.
The writing style was interesting and I quite enjoyed it (first person throughout; switching between characters). Unfortunately the language itself is not great with some very strange sentences which use overly flowery language and which make no sense.
3.5* for the plot
2.5* for the writing
May 10, 2024
Not realistic, but a fun read
There are a number of things that happened in this book that just make no sense. Like Lizzie sneaking to the front door to let in people that will save them and not flipping the lock before she runs off to help Darcy. Or the two of them spending the night in the same room but not coming up with a plan they desperately needed to deal with the situation. But I still enjoyed reading the book.
There are a number of things that happened in this book that just make no sense. Like Lizzie sneaking to the front door to let in people that will save them and not flipping the lock before she runs off to help Darcy. Or the two of them spending the night in the same room but not coming up with a plan they desperately needed to deal with the situation. But I still enjoyed reading the book.
July 25, 2019
I liked it
The story is good in first person narrative;however the person changes each chapter. This is confusing until one is far enough in the chapter to determine the identity.
A suggested improvement would be to place the speakers name at the top of the chapter.
Novel take on our beloved story.
The story is good in first person narrative;however the person changes each chapter. This is confusing until one is far enough in the chapter to determine the identity.
A suggested improvement would be to place the speakers name at the top of the chapter.
Novel take on our beloved story.
March 24, 2024
Quite Satisfying
Though there are some definite weird turns, this variation satisfies. Jane and Bingley take just a few minutes to decide to marry.
Elizabeth and Darcy take longer, but not months or years as some variations wait. One complete conversation paves the way toward their happily ever after.
The time spent together beforehand is somewhat strange but interesting.
Though there are some definite weird turns, this variation satisfies. Jane and Bingley take just a few minutes to decide to marry.
Elizabeth and Darcy take longer, but not months or years as some variations wait. One complete conversation paves the way toward their happily ever after.
The time spent together beforehand is somewhat strange but interesting.
July 22, 2022
A cute novella
I felt like Elizabeth was brave in this, but not particularly clever. It did leave room for Bingley to be a hero, though. The shifting POVs were ready to follow and made it more interesting.
I felt like Elizabeth was brave in this, but not particularly clever. It did leave room for Bingley to be a hero, though. The shifting POVs were ready to follow and made it more interesting.
May 18, 2024
Twist
This variation is a significant change in storyline from the original! Darcy is arrogant and prideful. Elizabeth was innocent and brave.
The characters stayed true to form except Bingley.
I whited this heavy laden twist and suspense variation ❤️
This variation is a significant change in storyline from the original! Darcy is arrogant and prideful. Elizabeth was innocent and brave.
The characters stayed true to form except Bingley.
I whited this heavy laden twist and suspense variation ❤️
August 12, 2020
2.5 rounded up.
August 21, 2021
a short read and robbery.
November 13, 2021
short but nice
A very action packed and unusual but enjoyable little variation inspired by author Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice by Iris Lim
A very action packed and unusual but enjoyable little variation inspired by author Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice by Iris Lim
March 9, 2023
Confusing book with too many first person viewpoints. I could never really figure out how long the criminals had been in the house or what exactly was happening.
February 24, 2024
Short and sweet
Entertaining variation of madcap thieves in Netherfield. Bravery and white lies led Darcy and Elizabeth to realize their HEA in a more timely manner.
Entertaining variation of madcap thieves in Netherfield. Bravery and white lies led Darcy and Elizabeth to realize their HEA in a more timely manner.
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December 8, 2024DNF. Doesn’t make much sense.
April 24, 2025
A episode of Pride and Prejudice variation
This story unfolds as a Pride and Prejudice Variation. Thusly it unfolds dynamics of
the social arrangement of Pride and Prejudice.
This story unfolds as a Pride and Prejudice Variation. Thusly it unfolds dynamics of
the social arrangement of Pride and Prejudice.
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