A Most Excellent Understanding by Wade H. Mann. ★★★★☆

In most Pride and Prejudice variations, when Elizabeth Bennet discovers that Fitzwilliam Darcy separated her beloved sister from his friend Bingley, the result is usually fury and fireworks.

Here, Elizabeth decides that Darcy has done this because he despises her.
Her response is to remove herself from his presence.
Given that Darcy is actually in love with her, this baffles him.

When he follows Elizabeth to London, Darcy finds himself having a very awkward conversation with both Elizabeth and Jane Bennet, explaining himself and giving heartfelt apologies.

After this, Darcy works hard to make amends and prove himself worthy of Elizabeth.

This is an enjoyable read and is very funny in places. It is interesting to see canon characters presented in a different way. Jane with a temper and steely resolve is great. Lady Catherine has a unique role at Longbourn.
Colonel Fitzwilliam does some blunt speaking and Wickham joins the Navy!
I especially appreciated the Bingley’s getting a massive set down.

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