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LOVING YOU: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
"Loving You" it's a "Pride and Prejudice" Regency novella of approximately 20 000 words, told from Darcy's point of view. It begins around the time when Elizabeth and the Gardiners travel to the North, then the tale follows Elizabeth and Darcy's journey toward their final understanding and well deserved "Happily Ever After."
The story is written in the first person, and it follows the main events of “Pride and Prejudice,” with several added scenes that the readers did not witness in the original. This novella intended to answer some questions like: how difficult was his struggle after the disastrous proposal, how were his fears, his hesitation, his self blame? How did Darcy’s confession to Bingley go?, What did Darcy think about seeing Elizabeth at Pemberley? How was his dealing with Wickham, and how did his argument with Lady Catherine occur?
All these questions are addressed in this sweet, clean, romantic, story – in the way the author interpreted them.
The story is written in the first person, and it follows the main events of “Pride and Prejudice,” with several added scenes that the readers did not witness in the original. This novella intended to answer some questions like: how difficult was his struggle after the disastrous proposal, how were his fears, his hesitation, his self blame? How did Darcy’s confession to Bingley go?, What did Darcy think about seeing Elizabeth at Pemberley? How was his dealing with Wickham, and how did his argument with Lady Catherine occur?
All these questions are addressed in this sweet, clean, romantic, story – in the way the author interpreted them.
75 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 25, 2020
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About the author
Kevin Lawrence
58 books12 followersI was born in California and spent most of my life there. I began writing The Crime Thriller series in 2010. I live my lovely wife and my daughters.
My hobbies are writing, writing, and writing. Writing is part of my life. I love to take photography as well. I have been creatively writing far longer than that, practically since I could read. I find that I have far more ideas than I could ever write down, and so I pick and choose only the best story ideas. I write what I, myself, like to read.
I am always happy to talk to a reader and would dearly love to hear your comments. Feel free to contact me at any time via kevinlawrence@gmail.com.
My hobbies are writing, writing, and writing. Writing is part of my life. I love to take photography as well. I have been creatively writing far longer than that, practically since I could read. I find that I have far more ideas than I could ever write down, and so I pick and choose only the best story ideas. I write what I, myself, like to read.
I am always happy to talk to a reader and would dearly love to hear your comments. Feel free to contact me at any time via kevinlawrence@gmail.com.
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February 19, 2023
not much angst
An easy coming together. Not many misunderstandings so the only thing that could stop their moving to love each other were external problems like Lydia, Aunt Catherine or the Matlock. But ODC learn to trust each other sooner than normal in their falling in love.
An easy coming together. Not many misunderstandings so the only thing that could stop their moving to love each other were external problems like Lydia, Aunt Catherine or the Matlock. But ODC learn to trust each other sooner than normal in their falling in love.
August 27, 2020
Good short
Very enjoyable short story as told from Darcy’s perspective. That was nicely done, but much of actual dialogue in the story wasn’t that original, but rather much of it was like reading the direct script from the 1995 BBC production. The writing that was original was very good, especially the last chapter and epilogue where the love story and romance really came through. The author’s own words were the best part of the story.
Very enjoyable short story as told from Darcy’s perspective. That was nicely done, but much of actual dialogue in the story wasn’t that original, but rather much of it was like reading the direct script from the 1995 BBC production. The writing that was original was very good, especially the last chapter and epilogue where the love story and romance really came through. The author’s own words were the best part of the story.
September 29, 2020
This storyline is exactly as advertised - Pride and Prejudice cannon from Darcy's point of view. There are no plot twists or turns, just the story from the male perspective.
It was a quick easy read.
It was a quick easy read.
September 7, 2020
Rather a retelling in the perspective of Fitzwilliam Darcy
This is almost an exact retelling of Pride and Prejudice instead of a variation. What makes it different is it’s written in Mr. Darcy’s point-of-view, and it attempts to depict his thoughts and feelings right after his failed marriage proposal to Elizabeth Bennet at Hunsford. It gives us a clearer glimpse of Mr. Darcy’s love and affection towards EB despite his hesitation, doubts and anxieties. His hopeful spirit makes his pursuit of Elizabeth Bennet something the reader roots for; therefore the engaging quality of this brief piece. One can find nothing new except a confirmation of Fitzwilliam Darcy being a true gentleman of honor and goodness and how the beloved couple were a perfect fit, meant only for each other.
This is almost an exact retelling of Pride and Prejudice instead of a variation. What makes it different is it’s written in Mr. Darcy’s point-of-view, and it attempts to depict his thoughts and feelings right after his failed marriage proposal to Elizabeth Bennet at Hunsford. It gives us a clearer glimpse of Mr. Darcy’s love and affection towards EB despite his hesitation, doubts and anxieties. His hopeful spirit makes his pursuit of Elizabeth Bennet something the reader roots for; therefore the engaging quality of this brief piece. One can find nothing new except a confirmation of Fitzwilliam Darcy being a true gentleman of honor and goodness and how the beloved couple were a perfect fit, meant only for each other.
August 28, 2020
Just okay
While the short story is well written, I didn't find anything that was new or unknown, although it's written from the point of view of Darcy. Starting with the surprise encounter at Pemberly, when Elizabeth was traveling with the Gardiners in Derbyshire, and conforming to the original P&P for the remainder, everything happens pretty much as usual, the only difference being the amorous thoughts going through Darcy's mind, and the negotiations with Wickham, where we are witness to what's said.
I was expecting some surprise insights, or behind the scenes revelations that the reader of the original book couldn't have known about. The romance is nice, and it's a sweet story, but it was predictable and bland.
While the short story is well written, I didn't find anything that was new or unknown, although it's written from the point of view of Darcy. Starting with the surprise encounter at Pemberly, when Elizabeth was traveling with the Gardiners in Derbyshire, and conforming to the original P&P for the remainder, everything happens pretty much as usual, the only difference being the amorous thoughts going through Darcy's mind, and the negotiations with Wickham, where we are witness to what's said.
I was expecting some surprise insights, or behind the scenes revelations that the reader of the original book couldn't have known about. The romance is nice, and it's a sweet story, but it was predictable and bland.
September 27, 2020
Well written. I'm not usually a fan of first person unless it is well done, and this story was well done, telling the events of P&P after Hunsford from Darcy's point of view. I liked the fact that it stayed on canon, telling the same story from a different perspective. I liked the fact it was a quick read without extra angst thrown in. Adding additional events would have just been filler that would have dragged the story down for me. Only thing missing is that I would have liked more of Darcy's thoughts during and after the wedding night, but that is because I do enjoy a bit of heat in variations. 4.5 stars, rounded up because it was so easy to read.
October 28, 2020
Lovely book.
This variation picked up and retold a part of the story from Darcy's viewpoint. The original kept the reader locked out of his head. Perhaps Jane Austen lacked knowledge of this perspective. She knew how men acted but not what they thought__just my opinion. This book did not become complicated, and it was a joy to visit again with my favorite story and characters. I recommend it.
This variation picked up and retold a part of the story from Darcy's viewpoint. The original kept the reader locked out of his head. Perhaps Jane Austen lacked knowledge of this perspective. She knew how men acted but not what they thought__just my opinion. This book did not become complicated, and it was a joy to visit again with my favorite story and characters. I recommend it.
April 2, 2023
This was really sweet, but I wish it was more thinking through. For example, Mr Darcy thought Bingley's sister stayed in London and didn't go to Netherfield with Charles, but on the next page he speak to Elizabeth that "other party from Pemberly go to Scarborough". And there were some mistakes like that, when author's text didn't exactly feet with Austen's original parts.
April 17, 2023
Not long enough!
Know it is a novella, but wanted more. I would have liked more about Darcy’s reaction to Georgiana’s aborted elopement with Wickham and the negotiations between Darcy and Wickham for Lydia’s wedding. Overall the story felt somewhat superficial. Nonetheless it was an amusing easy read.
Know it is a novella, but wanted more. I would have liked more about Darcy’s reaction to Georgiana’s aborted elopement with Wickham and the negotiations between Darcy and Wickham for Lydia’s wedding. Overall the story felt somewhat superficial. Nonetheless it was an amusing easy read.
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January 6, 2021A beginner variation
Seems to follow the BBC miniseries but giving Darcy's point of view. It's ok. I'm just in the mood for more imagination and changes to the original after having read so many.
Seems to follow the BBC miniseries but giving Darcy's point of view. It's ok. I'm just in the mood for more imagination and changes to the original after having read so many.
August 26, 2020
Beautifully written
Beautifully written, almost poetic. This little novella packed a punch of emotion. I highly recommend for a quick p&p fix.
Beautifully written, almost poetic. This little novella packed a punch of emotion. I highly recommend for a quick p&p fix.
August 30, 2020
What a lovely story really really well written too.
Excellent way to while away a couple of hours.
Excellent way to while away a couple of hours.
August 30, 2020
Short
A rather short but sweet variation inspired by author Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride And Prejudice by Kevin Lawrence. Enjoyed it
A rather short but sweet variation inspired by author Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride And Prejudice by Kevin Lawrence. Enjoyed it
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