The London Chronicles

by Rebecca A. Cooper-Thumann

The story of boy meets girl, boy and girl fall in love, and then boy and girl live happily-ever-after is never more apparent than with The London Chronicles. Olivia and Jane Benedict, along with their cousin, Samantha Allbright, have discovered a new type of British Invasion. Three handsome, successful men have taken the attention of the spitfire socialites. Eventually, Olivia Benedict pairs up with Christopher Harrington. Jane Benedict falls in love with Alexander Samuel...the second. And brash, stubborn Samantha meets her match with Benjamin Covington. The themes of the Jane Austen classic Pride and Prejudice are never more apparent with the maddeningly quirky villains Laura Martinswip, William Bradley and Sue Manley added to the mix. The miscreants throw just enough tension and drama in to make you really start to root for the three besotted couples. The comedic roller coaster of excitement carries you up and down through an embezzling aunt, a frightening frenzied mother, and maybe just a touch of happily-ever-after.

322 pages, Paperback

First published April 15, 2010

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

In my humble opinion, The London Chronicles was a terrific debut novel. I loved the story, and while the themes of Pride and Prejudice are apparent, I didn't feel like I was reading a cheap imitation. It would easily stand alone as a lovely, albeit at times suspenseful, love story, without the Austen connection. The characters are well-developed, the story line holds your interest, and the pacing was perfect. It's a funny, thrilling, and feel-good book. Think: Bridget Jones meets Knotting Hill meets Sex in the City with a touch of John Grisham just for good measure. Is it chick lit? Yes. Is it predictable? Sure. Should you read it? Yes. Will you love it? Absolutely. Will you find yourself asking "Christian who?" Yeah, probably. Mr. Grey has nothing on Christopher Harrington (except maybe that stack of psychotherapy bills from Dr. Flynn). Definitely a must read for P&P and Rom Com fans. Well done.

[Michelle David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fabulous

I first read this wonderful story online when it was a variation inspired by Jane Austen’s classic Pride and Prejudice. She changed their names for the published version and altered the story somewhat. I enjoyed both versions.

[Mandy Peterson · Rating 4 out of 5]

surprise!

I am NOT typically a chick lit fan, but I may be a fan of Cooper-Thumann. I can't wait to read the rest of her novels!

[C.L. Barbera · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's three stars and a half, actually...