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Losing Lizzy: A Pride and Prejudice Vagary
She thought him dead. Now only he can save their daughter.
When Lady Catherine de Bourgh told Elizabeth Bennet: “And this is your real opinion! This is your final resolve! Very well. I shall now know how to act. Do not imagine, Miss Bennet, that your ambition will ever be gratified. I came to try you. I hoped to find you reasonable; but, depend upon it, I will carry my point,” no one knew how vindictive and manipulative her ladyship might prove, but Darcy and Elizabeth were about to discover the bitter truth for themselves.
This is a story of true love conquering even the most dire circumstances. Come along with our dear couple as they set a path not only to thwart those who stand between them and happiness, but to forge a family, one not designed by society’s strict precepts, but rather one full of hope, honor, loyalty and love.
When Lady Catherine de Bourgh told Elizabeth Bennet: “And this is your real opinion! This is your final resolve! Very well. I shall now know how to act. Do not imagine, Miss Bennet, that your ambition will ever be gratified. I came to try you. I hoped to find you reasonable; but, depend upon it, I will carry my point,” no one knew how vindictive and manipulative her ladyship might prove, but Darcy and Elizabeth were about to discover the bitter truth for themselves.
This is a story of true love conquering even the most dire circumstances. Come along with our dear couple as they set a path not only to thwart those who stand between them and happiness, but to forge a family, one not designed by society’s strict precepts, but rather one full of hope, honor, loyalty and love.
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First published May 16, 2020
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Regina Jeffers
132 books707 followersRegina Jeffers, an award-winning author of historical cozy mysteries, Austenesque sequels and retellings, as well as Regency era romances, has worn many hats over her lifetime: daughter, student, military brat, wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, tax preparer, journalist, choreographer, Broadway dancer, theatre director, history buff, grant writer, media literacy consultant, and author. Living outside of Charlotte, NC, Jeffers writes novels that take the ordinary and adds a bit of mayhem, while mastering tension in her own life with a bit of gardening and the exuberance of her “grand joys.”
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August 8, 2022
Laws are spider webs through which the big flies pass and the little ones get caught. ~ Honoré de Balzac
“Losing Lizzy” is a great tale of adventure, betrayal, deception, and heroism.
Darcy’s refusal to marry Lady Catherine’s daughter launches a kidnapping and a murder. Four years later, a homecoming occurs, followed by a search for the guilty.
I loved the story – especially little Lizzy Anne – but those who do the dirty work are punished much more severely than the masterminds behind the plot. Just once, I would like to see a guilty aristocrat receive a severe penalty.
That quibble aside, I loved the story and I recommend it to anyone who enjoys JAFF.
“Losing Lizzy” is a great tale of adventure, betrayal, deception, and heroism.
Darcy’s refusal to marry Lady Catherine’s daughter launches a kidnapping and a murder. Four years later, a homecoming occurs, followed by a search for the guilty.
I loved the story – especially little Lizzy Anne – but those who do the dirty work are punished much more severely than the masterminds behind the plot. Just once, I would like to see a guilty aristocrat receive a severe penalty.
That quibble aside, I loved the story and I recommend it to anyone who enjoys JAFF.
May 18, 2020
Stood up at the altar and when the consequences of their anticipating their wedding vows prove to be unmistakable, Elizabeth must leave her home and her family and "disappear" so as not to do to her sisters what Darcy had saved them from due to Lydia's and Wickham's elopement.
Very fortunately there is still one who respects Darcy and knows his honor, despite how things look and steps forth for Elizabeth. And then four years later the man, himself, reappears and he not only must face the fact that his finances have been drained but also the fact that no one seems to know or is willing to tell him just where Elizabeth has gone. Darcy is bent on setting matters straight both as to who is responsible for his "disappearance" and mistreatment all those years, who drained off money from his accounts and most importantly...is Elizabeth alive? Well? and/or married?
This story is a page turner. I do love my angst and we have it in this tale. I have to say that no other author (to my knowledge) has come close to the premise in this story. A new character, Sheffield, will win your heart and I do so love how he acts in this story and the happy ending the author gives him.
Lady Catherine is probably at her worst in this story...read what she plans for Lizzy Anne and see if you don't agree. There are others who are new but we are past most of the story in canon. This tale begins on the wedding day. There is an epilogue and the story ended at 94% on my Kindle when we then are introduced to some of the author's other works. I have read many of her stories and enjoyed them all. I highly recommend this story.
Very fortunately there is still one who respects Darcy and knows his honor, despite how things look and steps forth for Elizabeth. And then four years later the man, himself, reappears and he not only must face the fact that his finances have been drained but also the fact that no one seems to know or is willing to tell him just where Elizabeth has gone. Darcy is bent on setting matters straight both as to who is responsible for his "disappearance" and mistreatment all those years, who drained off money from his accounts and most importantly...is Elizabeth alive? Well? and/or married?
This story is a page turner. I do love my angst and we have it in this tale. I have to say that no other author (to my knowledge) has come close to the premise in this story. A new character, Sheffield, will win your heart and I do so love how he acts in this story and the happy ending the author gives him.
Lady Catherine is probably at her worst in this story...read what she plans for Lizzy Anne and see if you don't agree. There are others who are new but we are past most of the story in canon. This tale begins on the wedding day. There is an epilogue and the story ended at 94% on my Kindle when we then are introduced to some of the author's other works. I have read many of her stories and enjoyed them all. I highly recommend this story.
May 16, 2020
5+ stars!
Well, she's done it again! Ms. Jeffers had me frantically turning page after page of this novel, unable to put it down until I'd finished.
The book actually begins four years after the struggles began for Fitzwilliam Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet. Darcy never appeared at the church on their wedding day, leaving Elizabeth a jilted bride. He'd been on a London dock on business the previous day when he was assaulted and kidnapped. Since then, he's been held against his will on a pirate ship.
Now Darcy has escaped, eager to reclaim his place in the world and then to track down and wreak havoc on everyone responsible for separating him from his love. Most importantly, he needs to find Elizabeth, who disappeared from Longbourn two months after her aborted wedding, leaving behind no apparent clue as to where she might be found.
Darcy's taken aback when he finds his cousin Richard Fitzwilliam (who had resigned his commission) is in charge at the Darcy town home instead of the male Darcy relative who's next in line. Richard assures him that he's there trying to protect both Georgiana and Darcy's financial interests from Lord Matlock, who has been trying to have Darcy declared legally dead.
As it is, Pemberley has suffered under some financial mismanagement in Darcy's absense. Richard had done his best, but he's never been trained in estate management and has not been able to completely block Lord Matlock's machinations. Was Lord Matlock responsible for Darcy's abduction, or was he just being characteristically opportunistic when Darcy disappeared?
The reader learns early on that Elizabeth is safe, who's helping her, and why she remains in hiding. When she and Darcy reunite, it's in the midst of a new plot development that sets the two of them off on a frantic chase, tracking down more clues and answers.
It's a suspenseful mystery that's masterfully written. We share the characters' emotions without any slowdown in the fast pace: Elizabeth believes Darcy is dead. Darcy has kept himself alive thanks to his image of Elizabeth and he needs her to completely heal. Then they both are fighting the clock to find a loved one before it's too late. This author knows there's no need to continually stop the action to describe all their anguished thoughts.
The chemistry between Darcy and Elizabeth is palpable but, appropriately, is not dwelt upon - the two have more pressing issues. Content is clean, though it's revealed that they anticipated their wedding vows.
Normally I don't care for books that extend too long after the protagonists are safe and happy. With a story like this one, however, there's still plenty more book needed to fully resolve the plot. Here we find very satisfying confrontations with the evil-doers, explanations regarding how and why all their plots were carried out and later exposed, and the consequences Darcy imposes upon them. In addition, we learn the steps taken to minimize any scandal attached to the Darcy name.
All the significant Pride and Prejudice characters have at least token appearances except the Hursts, Lydia, and Mr. Wickham. Oh, and Caroline Bingley, but a conversation between her and Mr. Darcy in the original novel is of significance in this one.
THIS is how an adventure yarn is supposed to read!
Well, she's done it again! Ms. Jeffers had me frantically turning page after page of this novel, unable to put it down until I'd finished.
The book actually begins four years after the struggles began for Fitzwilliam Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet. Darcy never appeared at the church on their wedding day, leaving Elizabeth a jilted bride. He'd been on a London dock on business the previous day when he was assaulted and kidnapped. Since then, he's been held against his will on a pirate ship.
Now Darcy has escaped, eager to reclaim his place in the world and then to track down and wreak havoc on everyone responsible for separating him from his love. Most importantly, he needs to find Elizabeth, who disappeared from Longbourn two months after her aborted wedding, leaving behind no apparent clue as to where she might be found.
Darcy's taken aback when he finds his cousin Richard Fitzwilliam (who had resigned his commission) is in charge at the Darcy town home instead of the male Darcy relative who's next in line. Richard assures him that he's there trying to protect both Georgiana and Darcy's financial interests from Lord Matlock, who has been trying to have Darcy declared legally dead.
As it is, Pemberley has suffered under some financial mismanagement in Darcy's absense. Richard had done his best, but he's never been trained in estate management and has not been able to completely block Lord Matlock's machinations. Was Lord Matlock responsible for Darcy's abduction, or was he just being characteristically opportunistic when Darcy disappeared?
The reader learns early on that Elizabeth is safe, who's helping her, and why she remains in hiding. When she and Darcy reunite, it's in the midst of a new plot development that sets the two of them off on a frantic chase, tracking down more clues and answers.
It's a suspenseful mystery that's masterfully written. We share the characters' emotions without any slowdown in the fast pace: Elizabeth believes Darcy is dead. Darcy has kept himself alive thanks to his image of Elizabeth and he needs her to completely heal. Then they both are fighting the clock to find a loved one before it's too late. This author knows there's no need to continually stop the action to describe all their anguished thoughts.
The chemistry between Darcy and Elizabeth is palpable but, appropriately, is not dwelt upon - the two have more pressing issues. Content is clean, though it's revealed that they anticipated their wedding vows.
Normally I don't care for books that extend too long after the protagonists are safe and happy. With a story like this one, however, there's still plenty more book needed to fully resolve the plot. Here we find very satisfying confrontations with the evil-doers, explanations regarding how and why all their plots were carried out and later exposed, and the consequences Darcy imposes upon them. In addition, we learn the steps taken to minimize any scandal attached to the Darcy name.
All the significant Pride and Prejudice characters have at least token appearances except the Hursts, Lydia, and Mr. Wickham. Oh, and Caroline Bingley, but a conversation between her and Mr. Darcy in the original novel is of significance in this one.
THIS is how an adventure yarn is supposed to read!
May 31, 2020
"I don't know who you are. I don't know what you want. If you are looking for ransom, I can tell you I don't have money. But what I do have are a very particular set of skills; skills I have acquired over a very long career. Skills that make me a nightmare for people like you. If you let my daughter go now, that'll be the end of it." - Taken
This is an action adventure P&P. It is chock full of angst and drama. It is brilliant.
When Darcy seems to jilt Lizzy on their wedding day the true leanings of a lot of people are quickly revealed. Bingley beats feet, the Earl starts spending Darcy's Money and Lady C starts planning more weddings. and thing for Lizzy go from bad to worse.
Luckily there is someone waiting in the servant's hall to save her. Mr. Darcy's awesome valet. Time passes, the earth cools (again actually it's 1816), and Darcy; who was presumed dead, makes a reappearance. And he's on mission to find and marry Lizzy and punish all those people behind his disappearance.
This is when it becomes a P&P Taken Mash up. And I loved it. The author does it so well.
This is an action adventure P&P. It is chock full of angst and drama. It is brilliant.
When Darcy seems to jilt Lizzy on their wedding day the true leanings of a lot of people are quickly revealed. Bingley beats feet, the Earl starts spending Darcy's Money and Lady C starts planning more weddings. and thing for Lizzy go from bad to worse.
Luckily there is someone waiting in the servant's hall to save her. Mr. Darcy's awesome valet. Time passes, the earth cools (again actually it's 1816), and Darcy; who was presumed dead, makes a reappearance. And he's on mission to find and marry Lizzy and punish all those people behind his disappearance.
This is when it becomes a P&P Taken Mash up. And I loved it. The author does it so well.
July 2, 2023
Couldn't put it down. While there were aspects that stretched beyond wild imagination and others were too easily glossed over, this story did make me feel tons of feels. A captivating read.
June 22, 2020
Warning...if you decide to start reading this book, don't expect to do anything else. It is impossible to put down...for Lady Catherine de Bourgh has not only had her share in the conversation, she has acted accordingly. Be prepared to be shocked and appalled!
"What sin did we two exact that brought us such punishments?" (quote from the book)
So take a deep breath and dive in as you learn what Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet have endured over the past..."Three years. Eight months. Two and twenty days." What utter ruination has befallen them both by the hands of those called family. But throughout, there is a small glimmer of hope for them and those who do their very best to help. I absolutely adored Mr. Darcy's valet, Albert Sheffield. Now there is a true, most honourable man. And then there is Lizzy Anne.
Watch as Mr. Darcy valiantly takes back and metes out punishment to those who have attempted to take what is his. The machinations, manipulations and mayhem that have been wrought will leave you wanting to inflict your own damage on those who have harmed them. I was cheering/egging Elizabeth on as she took down...well...you will have to read this for yourself to find out who.
So hitch a ride on this fast paced, adventure to learn how love does conquer all! I highly recommend it!
"What sin did we two exact that brought us such punishments?" (quote from the book)
So take a deep breath and dive in as you learn what Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet have endured over the past..."Three years. Eight months. Two and twenty days." What utter ruination has befallen them both by the hands of those called family. But throughout, there is a small glimmer of hope for them and those who do their very best to help. I absolutely adored Mr. Darcy's valet, Albert Sheffield. Now there is a true, most honourable man. And then there is Lizzy Anne.
Watch as Mr. Darcy valiantly takes back and metes out punishment to those who have attempted to take what is his. The machinations, manipulations and mayhem that have been wrought will leave you wanting to inflict your own damage on those who have harmed them. I was cheering/egging Elizabeth on as she took down...well...you will have to read this for yourself to find out who.
So hitch a ride on this fast paced, adventure to learn how love does conquer all! I highly recommend it!
May 18, 2020
Excellent adventure
Excellent adventure story. Not many romantic scenes but the entire book is infused with the romance that make Lizzy and Darcy our favorite couple.
The secret words for the the story ‘fine eyes’.
Recommended highly.
Excellent adventure story. Not many romantic scenes but the entire book is infused with the romance that make Lizzy and Darcy our favorite couple.
The secret words for the the story ‘fine eyes’.
Recommended highly.
January 11, 2021
“Though lovers be lost, love shall not; And death shall have no dominion.” –Dylan Thomas
Rating: clean: trigger warnings: due to violence perpetrated against a woman and child. At the end of Jeffers’ story ‘The Mistress of Rosings Park,’ there was an excerpt for ‘Losing Lizzy.’ I knew I had to read it next. I was not disappointed. I highly recommend this very different story. I love that cover.
“Ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.” –Kahlil Gibran
For Elizabeth Bennet, the worst happened on the day that should have been her happiest. Fitzwilliam Darcy did not meet her at the altar on their wedding day and had seemingly disappeared. For nearly four years, no one had heard of or from him and his relations tried to insist that he was dead.
“When you experience loss, people say you’ll move through the 5 stages of grief….
Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance
…. What they don’t tell you is that you’ll cycle through them all every day.” –Ranata Suzuki
Fitzwilliam Darcy’s return to England was just short of miraculous. Everything had changed while he was gone and he had to straighten out his finances, his properties, as well as his life. As the story unraveled, we began to see villainy with those he had trusted most. Being a man of action, Darcy soon began his search for Elizabeth as she also had disappeared from Longbourn.
Villains: they were very real in this story and not necessarily a surprise. There were the usual suspects but their villainy had to be proven before anyone could act and hold them accountable. Elizabeth and Darcy worked together to undo the machinations that separated them and something very precious to them. No spoiler here. Note: for someone who always said disguise was abhorrent to him… Darcy was quick with fabricating a story when it suited him.
“There’s no bitch on earth like a mother frightened for her kids.” –Stephen King
Rating: clean: trigger warnings: due to violence perpetrated against a woman and child. At the end of Jeffers’ story ‘The Mistress of Rosings Park,’ there was an excerpt for ‘Losing Lizzy.’ I knew I had to read it next. I was not disappointed. I highly recommend this very different story. I love that cover.
“Ever has it been that love knows not its own depth until the hour of separation.” –Kahlil Gibran
For Elizabeth Bennet, the worst happened on the day that should have been her happiest. Fitzwilliam Darcy did not meet her at the altar on their wedding day and had seemingly disappeared. For nearly four years, no one had heard of or from him and his relations tried to insist that he was dead.
“When you experience loss, people say you’ll move through the 5 stages of grief….
Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Acceptance
…. What they don’t tell you is that you’ll cycle through them all every day.” –Ranata Suzuki
Fitzwilliam Darcy’s return to England was just short of miraculous. Everything had changed while he was gone and he had to straighten out his finances, his properties, as well as his life. As the story unraveled, we began to see villainy with those he had trusted most. Being a man of action, Darcy soon began his search for Elizabeth as she also had disappeared from Longbourn.
Villains: they were very real in this story and not necessarily a surprise. There were the usual suspects but their villainy had to be proven before anyone could act and hold them accountable. Elizabeth and Darcy worked together to undo the machinations that separated them and something very precious to them. No spoiler here. Note: for someone who always said disguise was abhorrent to him… Darcy was quick with fabricating a story when it suited him.
“There’s no bitch on earth like a mother frightened for her kids.” –Stephen King
June 13, 2020
Some weird things in this book, as Mr. Darcy's valet reading his letters.
June 13, 2020
This is such a great book! It starts when Lizzy is stood up by Darcy on her wedding day then banished by the Bennet's in attempt to prevent further scandal. We soon find out that Darcy was kidnapped... worse still, the Fitzwilliams are involved. Darcy manages to make his way home and those responsible had better look out! He is also determined to find Elizabeth as he still considers himself engaged.... but it's been more than 3 years... surely she can't have waited???
There are so many things I like about this book.... so much happens and we get to experience the full impact of it without pages and pages of unnecessary detail and back story. There is a lot going on and lots of action but it's not overly complicated or difficult to follow. There are some original characters on here - Sheffield is just lovely! A real hero. The Fitzwilliams on the other hand are vile... but they get their comeuppance!
Although I originally liked the clear and concise nature of the writing and lack of extraneous detail... I almost felt it finished a bit too quickly. I wasn't ready for it to end! (Particularly as the kindle version finished on 94% - I always feel a bit cheated when that happens!) I'd definately recommend this - it's a fantastic read and took me about 2 hours to get through.
There are so many things I like about this book.... so much happens and we get to experience the full impact of it without pages and pages of unnecessary detail and back story. There is a lot going on and lots of action but it's not overly complicated or difficult to follow. There are some original characters on here - Sheffield is just lovely! A real hero. The Fitzwilliams on the other hand are vile... but they get their comeuppance!
Although I originally liked the clear and concise nature of the writing and lack of extraneous detail... I almost felt it finished a bit too quickly. I wasn't ready for it to end! (Particularly as the kindle version finished on 94% - I always feel a bit cheated when that happens!) I'd definately recommend this - it's a fantastic read and took me about 2 hours to get through.
May 19, 2020
This story "starts" on the day of Elizabeth and Darcy's wedding. Unfortunately, it doesn't quite happen the way it should have. Darcy is kidnapped and a scared pregnant Elizabeth is left with her world in a shambles. Luckily, she has some strong people in her life who love her.
With Darcy's return to England almost 4 years later, he works hard to put all that was put wrong right. That includes his life with Elizabeth.
I could NOT put this book down. It was wonderful. It kept moving, had great characters, emotion but not angst, and all good things!
With Darcy's return to England almost 4 years later, he works hard to put all that was put wrong right. That includes his life with Elizabeth.
I could NOT put this book down. It was wonderful. It kept moving, had great characters, emotion but not angst, and all good things!
July 5, 2023
A very fast paced story. The title is clever as you'll see when you read through. The villains are really despicable and desperate to go to any extent. Thrilling read.
June 11, 2020
I’m a little torn on my rating here because this book got such excellent reviews. It is 5 stars for the storyline for sure. It is an excellent premise and the writing was excellent and engaging. As the other reviews state Darcy and Elizabeth are to be married but Elizabeth is jilted on her wedding day we come to find out because Darcy was kidnapped by pirates and held on a boat for almost 4 years. He comes back after escaping and it becomes a find Lizzie and find who did this to him because it obviously had been an inside job. I really enjoyed it and stayed up to finish it in one sitting but i felt cheated in just a few areas hence the 4 stars. For me, Darcy found Elizabeth a little too easily and quickly. He was searching for her and it seemed hopeless and then there he was in front of her. All this drama over needing to find her and 5 seconds later and about 25% in he did? Also, just personal preference i would have liked a little more angst between them once they found each other as well. Past their reunion there were great moments of understated passion (very understated) and angst one moment and then the next moment Elizabeth felt almost flippant towards Darcy as well as towards the situation they were in. Again loved the premise and most of the story, just a few hiccups for me.
June 15, 2020
OMG I couldn't put this book down. It was amazing. The book starts off approximately 4yrs after what should of been Darcy and Elizabeth wedding. Darcy was attacked and abducted put onto a Pirate ship. Elizabeth and everyone thought he jilted her at the alter. Darcy escaped and that is where the story begins. The journey to find Elizabeth and to right the wrongs and find out who did this was engrossing. I could not put the book down. I started this story this morning and by 4pm was finished. Can't recommend this book enough. If I could I would give it a lot more stars!!!!!
Definitely a must read!
Definitely a must read!
June 5, 2020
I would give this book more than 5 stars if I could. Warning: I had to read it straight through. It was too good!! I love Sheffield. (Trying not to give anything away.) Thank you, Regina, for another wonderful tale!
May 16, 2020
Wonderful
Another absolutely wonderful variation inspired by Jane Austen's classic novel Pride and Prejudice by the talented Regina Jeffers. A great read.
Another absolutely wonderful variation inspired by Jane Austen's classic novel Pride and Prejudice by the talented Regina Jeffers. A great read.
July 30, 2020
Fast Read, Tragedy, Adventure, Revenge and Romance
Marriage interuptous. A compelling hero (but not who you think) and a full fledged adventure complete with (I kid you NOT), Pirates!
It's a good, fast moving story that happens to be built around Darcy and Elizabeth. All the canon characters are included to some extent or another with a few originals. The epilogue is fulfilling and this author doesn't waste time or type with details that might throw a wrench into some unlikely scenarios. No tissues required; a fun read for an afternoon without great expectations.
Marriage interuptous. A compelling hero (but not who you think) and a full fledged adventure complete with (I kid you NOT), Pirates!
It's a good, fast moving story that happens to be built around Darcy and Elizabeth. All the canon characters are included to some extent or another with a few originals. The epilogue is fulfilling and this author doesn't waste time or type with details that might throw a wrench into some unlikely scenarios. No tissues required; a fun read for an afternoon without great expectations.
July 28, 2020
A Different Take
This book is a very different spin on the Pride and Prejudice story. It starts with Mr Darcy not appearing for his wedding to Elizabeth, and the pair of them having anticipated their vows. It is a tale of Darcy's return and his search for Elizabeth, and determining who was responsible for the whole mess. I made the mistake of starting this book late at night, and ended reading until the wee hours of the morning. I did not want to put it down. This is an excellent read.
This book is a very different spin on the Pride and Prejudice story. It starts with Mr Darcy not appearing for his wedding to Elizabeth, and the pair of them having anticipated their vows. It is a tale of Darcy's return and his search for Elizabeth, and determining who was responsible for the whole mess. I made the mistake of starting this book late at night, and ended reading until the wee hours of the morning. I did not want to put it down. This is an excellent read.
April 15, 2021
Losing Pizza: fabulous story!
Regina Jeffers has written some interesting, wonderful stories but Losing Lizzie is right at the top! Darcy is kidnapped (although thought dead), right before his wedding to Elizabeth Bennet! He eventually finds his way back to England, in heroic fashion, to find his Lizzie is nowhere to be found. There, begins an exciting chapter in their lives that makes Darcy's almost four years help prisoner on a Pirate boat seem tame! A story not to be missed! A page turner for sure!
Regina Jeffers has written some interesting, wonderful stories but Losing Lizzie is right at the top! Darcy is kidnapped (although thought dead), right before his wedding to Elizabeth Bennet! He eventually finds his way back to England, in heroic fashion, to find his Lizzie is nowhere to be found. There, begins an exciting chapter in their lives that makes Darcy's almost four years help prisoner on a Pirate boat seem tame! A story not to be missed! A page turner for sure!
September 16, 2023
Wow a great read
I loved this love story, it was a different kind of love story but this Darcy was my hero. I can't believe that family could do so much to injure one of their own. Villans got their due, epilogue was great.
I loved this love story, it was a different kind of love story but this Darcy was my hero. I can't believe that family could do so much to injure one of their own. Villans got their due, epilogue was great.
May 30, 2020
Avid Reader
Stories of Darcy 's or Elizabeth 's disappearance are usually long, drawn out affairs. This novel moved at a quick pace and kept me engaged as Darcy returned, found Elizabeth, discovered that he was a father to a female look alike. Darcy discovered which family member has him kidnapped and held captive for four years three days before he was to marry Elizabeth. One traitor was enough, but Darcy further discovered that another relative had stolen 20,000 pounds from him, which Darcy made him return byng selling off properties. Mr. Darcy 's valet kept Elizabeth and Elizabeth Anne Rachel Darcy from dying. Mr. Sheffield married Jane after Darcy reunited Elizabeth with her family. When Darcy discovered that Bingley had abandoned Jane for a second time, he knew Bingley was not the man that he hopes him to be. Darcy cut all traitors from his life..
Stories of Darcy 's or Elizabeth 's disappearance are usually long, drawn out affairs. This novel moved at a quick pace and kept me engaged as Darcy returned, found Elizabeth, discovered that he was a father to a female look alike. Darcy discovered which family member has him kidnapped and held captive for four years three days before he was to marry Elizabeth. One traitor was enough, but Darcy further discovered that another relative had stolen 20,000 pounds from him, which Darcy made him return byng selling off properties. Mr. Darcy 's valet kept Elizabeth and Elizabeth Anne Rachel Darcy from dying. Mr. Sheffield married Jane after Darcy reunited Elizabeth with her family. When Darcy discovered that Bingley had abandoned Jane for a second time, he knew Bingley was not the man that he hopes him to be. Darcy cut all traitors from his life..
May 23, 2020
SPOILER Alert
The book was decent enough. I had a hard time in the beginning chapters. I couldn't understand why Mr. Bennet was still angry with Darcy, he never came to the conclusion that Darcy was likely dead since he hasn't been seen in almost four years. I also couldn't understand how Darcy claimed to spent almost four years of captivity waiting and fighting to get back to his forever love, Elizabeth, but when he is finally free, he decided to wait a month to call on her. If I'm not mistaken Longborne is a few hours or a half day drive, he couldn't pop in to say, 'hey, I'm alive' and then travel back to London to take care of business. I'm aware Elizabeth wasn't there, but Darcy didn't know that. The middle and ending was better. It was nice to finally see Darcy punish those that deserved it, usually his character pays someone off disappear or he will give them a look that is suppose to portray whatever the author wants to interpret in that stare, for that alone I give it a star. Also this story was low on misunderstandings... Thank goodness.
The book was decent enough. I had a hard time in the beginning chapters. I couldn't understand why Mr. Bennet was still angry with Darcy, he never came to the conclusion that Darcy was likely dead since he hasn't been seen in almost four years. I also couldn't understand how Darcy claimed to spent almost four years of captivity waiting and fighting to get back to his forever love, Elizabeth, but when he is finally free, he decided to wait a month to call on her. If I'm not mistaken Longborne is a few hours or a half day drive, he couldn't pop in to say, 'hey, I'm alive' and then travel back to London to take care of business. I'm aware Elizabeth wasn't there, but Darcy didn't know that. The middle and ending was better. It was nice to finally see Darcy punish those that deserved it, usually his character pays someone off disappear or he will give them a look that is suppose to portray whatever the author wants to interpret in that stare, for that alone I give it a star. Also this story was low on misunderstandings... Thank goodness.
April 24, 2023
SPOILERS IN REVIEW
As seen in a lot of JAFF we have an evil Lady Catherine and the Earl of Matlock. This is getting to be overused, in my opinion. It’s an easy villain.
I enjoyed this despite the years of separation.
I don’t understand the author’s use of ‘affect’ instead of another word. It’s not the proper usage. Also, she uses maudlin as a noun. It’s an adverb. I know this is nitpicking but this author should know better.
As seen in a lot of JAFF we have an evil Lady Catherine and the Earl of Matlock. This is getting to be overused, in my opinion. It’s an easy villain.
I enjoyed this despite the years of separation.
I don’t understand the author’s use of ‘affect’ instead of another word. It’s not the proper usage. Also, she uses maudlin as a noun. It’s an adverb. I know this is nitpicking but this author should know better.
May 16, 2020
Emotional, intriguing, well written
I choose this rating for I found this book to keep you in the edge of your seat. I was intrigued through the whole book. Oh crude! How could do much hateful things happen to two people? The retribution for this hate, I was amazed. This book I would highly recommend to all. This was a incredible read.
I choose this rating for I found this book to keep you in the edge of your seat. I was intrigued through the whole book. Oh crude! How could do much hateful things happen to two people? The retribution for this hate, I was amazed. This book I would highly recommend to all. This was a incredible read.
June 2, 2020
4.75⭐️
Definitely a page turner. ❤️ Darcy’s valet and glad he got his HEA! The other reviews do a great job of summarizing the story.
My only qualms in this story is that the villains in this saga got away too lightly.
A must read for all JAFF / P&P fans!
Definitely a page turner. ❤️ Darcy’s valet and glad he got his HEA! The other reviews do a great job of summarizing the story.
My only qualms in this story is that the villains in this saga got away too lightly.
A must read for all JAFF / P&P fans!
August 28, 2020
Review coming shortly. I confess I am not an Austen fan, but I really enjoyed this Austenesque tale. I recommend it.
May 21, 2020
Thought this would keep me entertained for a few days at home.
Was I wrong! Once I started, I couldn't put it down. If I say anything more, it would just be a lot of spoilers, so I hope *you* enjoy it as much as I did.
Was I wrong! Once I started, I couldn't put it down. If I say anything more, it would just be a lot of spoilers, so I hope *you* enjoy it as much as I did.
March 19, 2021
3.5 stars
A fast-paced, entertaining book that kept me reading from first to last page in one sitting.
Emotional in places, especially with Darcy seeking his daughter so desperately. Good descriptions, lovely interactions with the child, and one of the better P&P vagaries I've read.
As always, I am a harsh critic however, and there were some minor quibbles that prevented this being a 4-star read for me.
Firstly, there were things that didn't sit right with me in terms of attitudes for the time or the rank of the people being described, e.g. Darcy's valet confesses to having read some of Darcy's discarded letters, Darcy strips off his shirt in a drawing room in front of four ladies, Charlotte threatens to take her child away from her husband (hugely illegal - a child was considered the man's 'property' in a marriage).
There were a few typos and errors, which spoiled the flow a little - the use of 'dollars' instead of 'pounds' when Darcy talks of money, some missing words, etc. But those are minor things.
Lastly, I was a bit unsatisfied with the comeuppance for the villains of the story:
The nastiest piece of work is merely sent to live fashionably on the continent and is still paid an allowance, while Bingley, whose sole crime was not to wish to ally his family with a scandal not of his making, not only forgoes his happy ending with the woman he loves, he loses his best friend, and is brought to a state of penuary by the author. I admit to feeling pretty sorry for the poor man!
Darcy felt sorrowful for cutting a few family members from his life - two evil, cold, calculating people, and one wastrel - and yet he doesn't give a thought for cutting his best friend, Bingley, from his life. Harsh!
I very much enjoyed the scenes with little Lizzy, and her finally meeting her papa was wonderful.
The writing was emotive and I had clear, vivid pictures in my head of every location.
Time passed quickly reading this one. Good stuff.
A fast-paced, entertaining book that kept me reading from first to last page in one sitting.
Emotional in places, especially with Darcy seeking his daughter so desperately. Good descriptions, lovely interactions with the child, and one of the better P&P vagaries I've read.
As always, I am a harsh critic however, and there were some minor quibbles that prevented this being a 4-star read for me.
Firstly, there were things that didn't sit right with me in terms of attitudes for the time or the rank of the people being described, e.g. Darcy's valet confesses to having read some of Darcy's discarded letters, Darcy strips off his shirt in a drawing room in front of four ladies, Charlotte threatens to take her child away from her husband (hugely illegal - a child was considered the man's 'property' in a marriage).
There were a few typos and errors, which spoiled the flow a little - the use of 'dollars' instead of 'pounds' when Darcy talks of money, some missing words, etc. But those are minor things.
Lastly, I was a bit unsatisfied with the comeuppance for the villains of the story:
The nastiest piece of work is merely sent to live fashionably on the continent and is still paid an allowance, while Bingley, whose sole crime was not to wish to ally his family with a scandal not of his making, not only forgoes his happy ending with the woman he loves, he loses his best friend, and is brought to a state of penuary by the author. I admit to feeling pretty sorry for the poor man!
Darcy felt sorrowful for cutting a few family members from his life - two evil, cold, calculating people, and one wastrel - and yet he doesn't give a thought for cutting his best friend, Bingley, from his life. Harsh!
I very much enjoyed the scenes with little Lizzy, and her finally meeting her papa was wonderful.
The writing was emotive and I had clear, vivid pictures in my head of every location.
Time passed quickly reading this one. Good stuff.
December 25, 2023
Losing Lizzy
When Lady Catherine de Bourgh tells Elizabeth that ‘she will carry her point’ to prevent her marriage to Darcy, little did Elizabeth know just what a witch she truly was (seriously the word should be started with the letter “b”). The wicked woman has her sister’s only son kidnapped by pirates and pressed into service on their ship for almost four years, two days before his wedding to his Lizzy. Left not knowing what happened to Darcy and pregnant, Lizzy is rescued by Darcy’s faithful valet, Albert Sheffield. Just shy of four years prisoner on the pirate ship the Lost Sparrow, Darcy makes his escape to a British warship and makes his way back to London. Needless to say, he finds things a mess upon his return. His Uncle Matlock has been taking money from his accounts, Georgiana married Colonel Fitzwilliam to avoid her uncle marrying her off to his useless heir, finances in disarray due to the years of horrible English weather and crop failure, and Elizabeth has disappeared. Upon arrival at Longbourn, Mr. Bennet offers him little information, but Jane flags him down and tells him enough to get him looking in the right direction to locate his wife to be. When he locates her he finds out that he has a daughter, Elizabeth Anne, only to have his and Elizabeth’s precious daughter taken from them by another one of Lady Catherine’s paid lackeys. Both receive letters highly suggesting their compliance. Elizabeth recognizes her letter was written by William Collins. William follows hints to find his daughter while Sheffield and Elizabeth head towards Rosings, but switches directions back towards Darcy’s destination when she hears where their daughter was taken which was not where Darcy was headed. Lizzy Anne found, the family is reunited. Elizabeth confronts Collins, but it is Charlotte who demands that he turns his will against Lady Catherine’s dictates. Darcy begins his revenge against those that changed his and Elizabeth’s lives. Lord Matlock and Lady Catherine rue the day they crossed Darcy. As far as Darcy is concerned, they were no longer family and were dealt with and handed a harsh fate. The bankers were threatened with legal consequences and repercussions if the money they allowed removed from his accounts was not returned, the pirates were apprehended and statements taken as to Lady Catherine having him pressed into service, two of Lady Catherine’s lackeys were imprisoned awaiting death or transportation. Even Charles Bingley didn’t feel his disappointment in how he handled the Bennets. Finally, the family heads to Longbourn. Elizabeth has no seen her family for over four years and have not met their darling granddaughter, Elizabeth Anne Rachel Darcy. One extra special moment was when Albert Sheffield marries Miss Jane Bennet and begin their happy life. His extraordinary service to Darcy and Mr. Bennet for his protection of Elizabeth and little Lizzy Anne is rewarded with a large London bookstore and home so that his dreams of wife and family can be realized. HEA for ODC, his faithful Sheffield, Fitzwilliam and Georgiana, Anne de Bourgh and her husband, but not so much for others attached to Darcy before his disappearance from two days before his original wedding day was to occur. Great story and mighty fine writing from this author.
When Lady Catherine de Bourgh tells Elizabeth that ‘she will carry her point’ to prevent her marriage to Darcy, little did Elizabeth know just what a witch she truly was (seriously the word should be started with the letter “b”). The wicked woman has her sister’s only son kidnapped by pirates and pressed into service on their ship for almost four years, two days before his wedding to his Lizzy. Left not knowing what happened to Darcy and pregnant, Lizzy is rescued by Darcy’s faithful valet, Albert Sheffield. Just shy of four years prisoner on the pirate ship the Lost Sparrow, Darcy makes his escape to a British warship and makes his way back to London. Needless to say, he finds things a mess upon his return. His Uncle Matlock has been taking money from his accounts, Georgiana married Colonel Fitzwilliam to avoid her uncle marrying her off to his useless heir, finances in disarray due to the years of horrible English weather and crop failure, and Elizabeth has disappeared. Upon arrival at Longbourn, Mr. Bennet offers him little information, but Jane flags him down and tells him enough to get him looking in the right direction to locate his wife to be. When he locates her he finds out that he has a daughter, Elizabeth Anne, only to have his and Elizabeth’s precious daughter taken from them by another one of Lady Catherine’s paid lackeys. Both receive letters highly suggesting their compliance. Elizabeth recognizes her letter was written by William Collins. William follows hints to find his daughter while Sheffield and Elizabeth head towards Rosings, but switches directions back towards Darcy’s destination when she hears where their daughter was taken which was not where Darcy was headed. Lizzy Anne found, the family is reunited. Elizabeth confronts Collins, but it is Charlotte who demands that he turns his will against Lady Catherine’s dictates. Darcy begins his revenge against those that changed his and Elizabeth’s lives. Lord Matlock and Lady Catherine rue the day they crossed Darcy. As far as Darcy is concerned, they were no longer family and were dealt with and handed a harsh fate. The bankers were threatened with legal consequences and repercussions if the money they allowed removed from his accounts was not returned, the pirates were apprehended and statements taken as to Lady Catherine having him pressed into service, two of Lady Catherine’s lackeys were imprisoned awaiting death or transportation. Even Charles Bingley didn’t feel his disappointment in how he handled the Bennets. Finally, the family heads to Longbourn. Elizabeth has no seen her family for over four years and have not met their darling granddaughter, Elizabeth Anne Rachel Darcy. One extra special moment was when Albert Sheffield marries Miss Jane Bennet and begin their happy life. His extraordinary service to Darcy and Mr. Bennet for his protection of Elizabeth and little Lizzy Anne is rewarded with a large London bookstore and home so that his dreams of wife and family can be realized. HEA for ODC, his faithful Sheffield, Fitzwilliam and Georgiana, Anne de Bourgh and her husband, but not so much for others attached to Darcy before his disappearance from two days before his original wedding day was to occur. Great story and mighty fine writing from this author.
June 17, 2020
Darcy the swashbuckler
The title of this book should have been "Losing Darcy." Darcy is kidnapped just a couple of days before his wedding to Elizabeth is supposed to take place, is forced upon a pirate ship, and for four years is made to serve as a crew member of the lowest sort, never allowed on dry land. He finally manages to escape, and once back on English soil, is ready to take his revenge on those responsible for his disappearance.
Meanwhile, Elizabeth and her family are subject to scandal because of her being jilted at the altar, but also because Elizabeth is pregnant, since she and Darcy anticipated their marriage vows. Elizabeth is rescued and removed by Darcy's valet, Mr Sheffield, who knows how much Darcy loved Elizabeth, and that Darcy would never intentionally abandon Elizabeth. He hides Elizabeth until she gives birth to the child, then sets up house with her and the child under a carefully constructed story explaining their relationship.
The story is mainly about Darcy's loss, his return, and his plans to reclaim the life he lost due to the kidnapping. As the book summary indicates, Lady Catherine is the main villain, and boy, is she terrible! With a lot of assistance from Lord Matlock, and a little from Mr Collins, she wreaks extensive havoc, but watch out, here comes Darcy bent upon revenge.
The story is satisfying, in that, for once, Darcy is not concerned with shielding his uncle and aunt from the family scandal that will accompany his acts of revenge. He is ruthless and thorough, and every person who was involved feels his wrath. Elizabeth, too, has her turn at revenge, and the scene of her confrontation with Mr Collins is grimly satisfying, as is her meeting with Lady Catherine. This is an altered Darcy and Elizabeth, both changed and somewhat hardened by their suffering during the years of their separation. Not so much, however, that their feelings towards each other are diminished, but that it's given them both a strong sense of what and who is most important.
I didn't like the fact that Elizabeth named their child "Elizabeth" or " Lizzy. " Why in the world would she make such a confusing choice? It didn't feel right. Also, Elizabeth's behavior towards Darcy after he first finds her again felt too stilted and wary, and kind of dampened the romance for me. As the father of her child, I would have liked a little more unrestrained joy from her upon meeting Darcy. Instead, she's kind of a cold fish.
The book is well written and well edited. I recommend it.
The title of this book should have been "Losing Darcy." Darcy is kidnapped just a couple of days before his wedding to Elizabeth is supposed to take place, is forced upon a pirate ship, and for four years is made to serve as a crew member of the lowest sort, never allowed on dry land. He finally manages to escape, and once back on English soil, is ready to take his revenge on those responsible for his disappearance.
Meanwhile, Elizabeth and her family are subject to scandal because of her being jilted at the altar, but also because Elizabeth is pregnant, since she and Darcy anticipated their marriage vows. Elizabeth is rescued and removed by Darcy's valet, Mr Sheffield, who knows how much Darcy loved Elizabeth, and that Darcy would never intentionally abandon Elizabeth. He hides Elizabeth until she gives birth to the child, then sets up house with her and the child under a carefully constructed story explaining their relationship.
The story is mainly about Darcy's loss, his return, and his plans to reclaim the life he lost due to the kidnapping. As the book summary indicates, Lady Catherine is the main villain, and boy, is she terrible! With a lot of assistance from Lord Matlock, and a little from Mr Collins, she wreaks extensive havoc, but watch out, here comes Darcy bent upon revenge.
The story is satisfying, in that, for once, Darcy is not concerned with shielding his uncle and aunt from the family scandal that will accompany his acts of revenge. He is ruthless and thorough, and every person who was involved feels his wrath. Elizabeth, too, has her turn at revenge, and the scene of her confrontation with Mr Collins is grimly satisfying, as is her meeting with Lady Catherine. This is an altered Darcy and Elizabeth, both changed and somewhat hardened by their suffering during the years of their separation. Not so much, however, that their feelings towards each other are diminished, but that it's given them both a strong sense of what and who is most important.
I didn't like the fact that Elizabeth named their child "Elizabeth" or " Lizzy. " Why in the world would she make such a confusing choice? It didn't feel right. Also, Elizabeth's behavior towards Darcy after he first finds her again felt too stilted and wary, and kind of dampened the romance for me. As the father of her child, I would have liked a little more unrestrained joy from her upon meeting Darcy. Instead, she's kind of a cold fish.
The book is well written and well edited. I recommend it.
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