Austenesque Lovers TBR Pile Reading Challenge 2016 discussion
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Mr. Bennet's Library 101+ Books
My daughter loves and has read all of Anne McCaffrey's books. I too can recommend Pemberley: Mr. Darcy's Dragon...enjoyed it but just hate waiting for sequels.
Sheila, I don't like waiting for sequels either. I plan to read and enjoy all the reviews of my GR friends; however, I think I just might wait for the next book. I'd been reading the WIP chapters online and really enjoyed them. I had pre-ordered Dragon so I have in in my TBR pile. Waiting might be best at this point.
I didn't really pay attention to the fact that it is the first of 3 and would probably have waited. It is a good book but I don't have the patience especially when I will read so many more before it is released that the details will blur in my mind. Then I ponder if I want to reread the first one?
Yeah, I was sort of thinking the same thing.
You know, I think that would be the case if it was a standard P&P variation (don't know about you, but many of them blend into mush in my brain after only a week or so, even when they're really good), but the paranormal aspects of this are so unique I'm thinking I'll be able to remember them. I loved that there wasn't really a cliffhanger ending.
I was thinking the same thing that b/c this is paranormal that I might remember it better, especially in that it is a dragon not a werewolf or vampire, of which I have read a few lately.
Oh, my! I just finished reading an unpublished juliecoop story, Pounds. I've had it loaded on my kindle for months but just kept putting off reading it because it's a long one. I'm so sorry that it's been pulled from the JAFF site where it was originally posted (A Happy Assembly, I believe) and she won't allow it to be listed as an official "book" on GR. It's a really lovely modern P&P that's way off canon yet with some echoes of the original, especially when Lizzy and Darcy meet. Lizzy is, of all things, an auto mechanic in a teeny-tiny podunk town in California where Darcy's Jag breaks down, leaving him stranded there until his car is fixed. The story's title is the same as the nickname for the car repair shop, LB's, which are the initials both for Lizzy Bennet and her father, Larry Bennet. While Lizzy has no sisters in this incarnation, Jane and Georgiana are her two best friends who actually go on dates with Darcy before he figures out that he's attracted to Lizzy. The story, as it progresses, addresses the serious issue of mental illness. Great story! Wish it was a published book!
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Oh that does sound good. Maybe someday we'll see it as a published story.
Is there anyway you can transfer it to a pdf document and send it or in any way share it? I love her works and was really sorry to hear she took all her stories down.I just typed in Pounds by Juliecoop and got Nothing Wanting and am going to copy it to my word documents. Anyone wanting a copy can enter this link - but be quick before she takes that down. http://www.dwiggie.com/derby/old_2009...
**********************************************************Just found this web page with links to all kinds of stories:
http://www.jaffrecs.com/the-library/
J.W. Garrett 2016 Reading Challenge193) Letter from Ramsgate 4.5-stars
194) Not Romantic 4-stars
195) The Pemberley Chronicles 3.5-stars
196)The Tenant's Guest: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Novella 4-stars
197) Bewitching Mr. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Paranormal 3-stars
198) From Love to Matrimony: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Novella 4-stars
199) A Change of Heart: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 3-stars
200) A Chance Meeting: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
Sheila wrote: "**********************************************************Just found this web page with links to all kinds of stories:
http://www.jaffrecs.com/the-library/"
Ooooh, great resource there, Sheila! Thanks!
Darcy's Last Chance: A Pride and Prejudice Variation I bought this title and did not like it. If anyone would like to give it a try and owns a Kindle, I would be happy to lend it so you don't have to purchase it.
Barb wrote: "Darcy's Last Chance: A Pride and Prejudice Variation I bought this title and did not like it. If anyone woul..."I would like that my email is norarob1956sis@hotmail.com and if you see any of mine you want to borrow just let me know
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Tosses virtual confetti and does embarrassing and silly dance for you. :)
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Darcy's Last Chance: A Pride and Prejudice Variation I bought this title and did not like it. If anyone woul..."Bummer it wasn't up to snuff, Barb.
I loved 'Pounds', so glad you enjoyed it too, Debbie. I hope JulieCoop decides to publish one day, I read and re-read her stories.
Sheila wrote: "**********************************************************Just found this web page with links to all kinds of stories:
http://www.jaffrecs.com/the-library/"
Sheila I just checked out this sight LOVE IT thank you
just wanted to let everyone know that the book that they have Lizzy and others read by Mary Wollstonecraft the Vindication of the rights of woman is free on amazon
215. Pounds by Juliecoop (no longer posted online) - 5 starsI'm so sorry that it's been pulled from the JAFF site where it was originally posted (A Happy Assembly, I believe) and the author won't allow it to be listed as an official "book" on GR. It's a really lovely modern P&P that's way off canon yet with some echoes of the original, especially when Lizzy and Darcy meet. Lizzy is, of all things, an auto mechanic in a teeny-tiny podunk town in California where Darcy's Jag breaks down, leaving him stranded there until his car is fixed. The story's title is the same as the nickname for the car repair shop, LB's, which are the initials both for Lizzy Bennet and her father, Larry Bennet. While Lizzy has no sisters in this incarnation, Jane and Georgiana are her two best friends who actually go on dates with Darcy before he figures out that he's attracted to Lizzy. The story, as it progresses, addresses the serious issue of mental illness. Great story! Wish it was a published book!
216. The View From Where I Sit - 5 stars
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
217. Lizzy Bennet and the Pompous Prat - 3 stars
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
218. 'Till Death Do Us Part - 4 stars
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
219. Burning Love: Going Up In Flames - 4 stars
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
220. Mr Bennet's Dutiful Daughter: A Pride and Prejudice Variation - 4 stars
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
221. Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy: Engaged at Pemberley - 2.5 stars
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
222. Nothing Wanting by Juliecoop - 5 stars.
This one is still up and running (for now, at least): http://www.dwiggie.com/derby/old_2009...
The conversation between Elizabeth and Colonel Fitzwilliam at Rosings, instead of alerting her that Darcy separated her sister Jane and Bingley, educates her about the true nature of Mr. Wickham. Col. Fitzwilliam also lets Darcy know that she dislikes him, which makes him pause and reflect rather than diving into a poorly-worded proposal. These revelations give both Elizabeth and Darcy a sleepless night, leading both outside to think, and they encounter each other in the moonlight....
It's another fantastic Juliecoop story, and I urge you to read it (if you haven't already) while it's still posted. As with Pounds, I assume she does not allow this to be listed as a GR book.
Now this might be a silly question but if an author like Juliecoop, is as popular as she seems to be with a lot of members on GR, why will she not allowed her stories to be published? Wouldn't you think she'd like to have her stories read?I don't understand this.
Get in line, Teresa! I sure don't understand, either. But it's her prerogative as the author, so we have to respect her choice.
I just finished reading Mr. Darcy’s Child Bride https://www.fanfiction.net/s/11051418...By: Shaelenina
78 chapters and she does say she plans to publish. I was captivated but there are a lot of side stories going on so we will see what happens as she edits it.
I think that some people just don't want all the hassle of publishing and promoting their books. Also, I am guessing some authors on fan fiction sites might not be up for the more harsh reviews that a paid for reader might give. I don't know what JulieCoop's reasons are but I feel a little sorry for all the readers who are missing out on the chance to read her stories, because I have found the ones I've read to be so enjoyable.
I have read a few of hers and would have loved to have read all of them. Maybe some day they will show up somewhere.I did read Tempt Me and Love Lessons and wrote myself a little synopsis but don't have any other noted.
Debbie wrote: "215. Pounds by Juliecoop (no longer posted online) - 5 starsI'm so sorry that it's been pulled from the JAFF site where it was originally posted (A Happy Assembly, I believe) and the author won't..."
OMG!!! I just read the Juliecoop work Nothing Wanting. Wow! Thank you for giving the link. I can hardly speak. The ending was so amazing. I nearly cried as I fought back the tears at the end. Oh- my- goodness.
Nicole, could you post Mr. Darcy's Child Bride which has now been completed. I would post a review then. If permitted, please and thank you. https://www.fanfiction.net/s/11051418...
Sheila wrote: "Nicole, could you post Mr. Darcy's Child Bride which has now been completed. I would post a review then. If permitted, please and thank you. https://www.fanfiction.net/s/11051418......"
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3...
Fighting back tears,Jeanne? It's that good?? Started it last night,am intrigued at what could move you to tears.......!
J. W. wrote: "OMG!!! I just read the Juliecoop work Nothing Wanting. Wow! Thank you for giving the link. I can hardly speak. The ending was so amazing. I nearly cried as I fought back the tears at the end. Oh- my- goodness. "I saw a lot of similarity to Mr. Bennet's Dutiful Daughter, except I actually liked Nothing Wanting more.
J. W. wrote: "Debbie wrote: "215. Pounds by Juliecoop (no longer posted online) - 5 starsI'm so sorry that it's been pulled from the JAFF site where it was originally posted (A Happy Assembly, I believe) and t..."
I seem to be following Debbie's lead a lot nowadays. I, too, just finished reading Nothing Wanting and had tears in my eyes at the end. A bit of angst the wedding day and the immediate weeks afterwards. Lady C. was so cruel to Anne and then ODC!
Sheila,it sounds so intriguing! Can't wait to find out exactly what happens but if Lady C has a hand in it,it can't be good!
Debbie/Shelia - you're a bad influence on my TBR list
Love all the JAFF gems you found! Did you by chance PDF the fanfic stories? If so many I request a copy?
186 Imperative: A Tale of Pride and Prejudice, Volume 1Very good but extremely long and this is o ly part one. There is alot of sex scenes to the over done point
I have read both volumes but have to reread Vol. 2 in order to post a review. All her books are long but she has outdone herself with the on online, Keeping Calm which is into hundreds of chapters and not done...a WWII book.
I need to update my Challenge.201) Constant as the Sun: The Courtship of Mr. Darcy 4-stars
202) Mr Bennet's Dutiful Daughter: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 5-stars
203) Thaw 3.5 stars
204) Burning Love: Going Up In Flames
205) Nothing Wanting: Juliecoop: 5-stars
206) The Ball At Meryton: A Pride and Prejudice Alternative Novella5-stars
207) Of Fortune's Reversal: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 4-stars
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I see a few I need to investigate further. :)
207,Jeanne? That's simply amazing! Well done!
J. W. wrote: "I need to update my Challenge.201) Constant as the Sun: The Courtship of Mr. Darcy 4-stars
202) Mr Bennet's Dutiful Daughter: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 5-star..."
Wow!
Thanks everyone... Sophia, Mary and Barb...you guys rock.
J. W. wrote: "I need to update my Challenge.201) Constant as the Sun: The Courtship of Mr. Darcy 4-stars
202) Mr Bennet's Dutiful Daughter: A Pride and Prejudice Variation 5-star..."
As the Toys R Us commercial says, "Awwwwwwwesome!"
Sheila wrote: "I have read both volumes but have to reread Vol. 2 in order to post a review. All her books are long but she has outdone herself with the on online, Keeping Calm which is into hundreds of chapters ..."wow
186 Journey to Love: A Darcy and Elizabeth StoryIt was an enjoyable read nothing spectacular, nothing horrible
Those numbers keep climbing...way to go Lenora.
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That's such a cool library! Definitely needs some scatter cushions and potted plants as well to help deaden the echoes.
While I'm here, I'm totally in awe of the totals that Debbie and Sheila in particular have racked up. An extra level is definitely needed for such superstars, Sophia!
And to all of you thinking about reading Pemberley: Mr. Darcy's Dragon, don't hesitate, it's a wonderful read. It's the first volume of three (as is canon P&P) and is following canon pretty closely, but with added dragons! OK, I may be a little prejudiced in favour of it as I'm a huge fan of Anne McCaffrey's Pern novels and I was one of Maria Grace's betas in addition but I do think it's a really good variation.