𝑀𝑦 𝐽𝐴𝐹𝐹 𝑂𝑏𝑠𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑖𝑜𝑛

Fitzwilliam Darcy's proposal to Elizabeth Bennet is egregiously offensive. After her vituperative rejection, he retreats and she goes for a walk, to clear her head.  Darcy realises that he expressed himself very poorly and follows her to explain.  As he approaches, Elizabeth is manhandled into a coach by three rough looking men. His gallant rescue attempt finds him also abducted. Very quickly they realise that the kidnappers wanted Anne De Bourgh.  When they realise their error, Elizabeth will be in even more danger. Darcy and Elizabeth quickly start to work together and misconceptions fall away. Will they escape? Who is behind the kidnapping? Will Darcy and Elizabeth ever be free of this web of violence and malice? This is a truly awesome book! It is compelling, gritty and keeps you on tenterhooks until the end. I received a free copy of this book from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review. All views expressed are my own. Amazon review Goodreads review

After a dinner at Netherfield Park, Jane Bennet becomes too unwell to leave.  Her sister Elizabeth comes to nurse her and finds herself a reluctant guest.  When seeking something to read, she happens upon a handwritten poem.   It appears that the haughty, stoic Mr Darcy, possesses the heart of a passionate poet. She is shocked when she realises that she is the subject. Another poem and she is in some danger of losing her heart to him. But suddenly, he retreats, leaving Elizabeth hurt and confused. When she and Jane return home, they are met with tearstained faces. Mr Bennet has become dangerously unwell and his family fear the worst. I will not add spoilers but the story is beautifully written and the author has a lyrical turn of phrase. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Amazon review Goodreads review

Whilst visiting the Peak District with her aunt and uncle, Elizabeth Bennet is badly injured in a coach accident.  Fitzwilliam Darcy, stops to provide assistance. He is shattered to discover the woman he loved but couldn't have, is unconscious and gravely injured. The survivors are given shelter and medical care at Darcy's estate, Pemberley. All the action takes place at Pemberley, as Elizabeth slowly recovers under the devoted care of Georgiana Darcy and the Pemberley staff. Initially, Darcy can barely leave the vicinity of her room, so desperate is he to know how she is.  When she starts to recover, he is kind but keeps his distance, unsure of his welcome in her company. Will proximity overcome, Elizabeth's previous antipathy? I really loved this. Darcy is so devoted and sweet. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Amazon review Goodreads review

Soon after arriving in Evermore on sea, Elizabeth Bennet is exploring the cliffs when she comes upon a gentleman.  It is none other than Fitzwilliam Darcy, a man she thought never to meet again.  Darcy is at first shocked, upon meeting Elizabeth again. By his civility and warmth, he and Elizabeth soon overcome their misunderstandings and become friends. Elizabeth rapidly finds that she cannot imagine life without him. Interference is ably provided by Darcy's "helpful" cousin, Viscount Emerson, who brings Lady Catherine and Anne De Bourgh to Evermore. Honourable mention should go to Mrs Bennet, who is trying to match Elizabeth with a cat obsessed, mummy's boy! What more could you ask for? This is just exquisite.  Full of the salty tang of the sea and that delightful sense of anticipation and excitement one gets when arriving at the coast. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. Amazon review Goodreads review

Beth Bennet from Meryton married well to Frederick Tomlinson. Their daughter Elizabeth Rose, soon becomes an orphan, but is raised by loving grandparents at the family estate Briarwood.  As a little girl, she regularly spends time with family friends, the Darcys and Fitzwilliams. On the death of her grandparents, the now wealthy heiress goes to live with Bennet relations. A substantial stipend follows her, ensuring funds for care appropriate to her station. Elizabeth's uncle Edward is master of Longbourn and a confirmed batchelor. He is kind and makes sure that she is well cared for. Unfortunately, his death only months later, turns her world upside down. Youngest son, Thomas Bennet is master and arrives with his wife and four daughters. Almost immediately Fanny Bennet redirects resources and care to her daughters.  Over time, Elizabeth is told she is Lizzy Bennet, poor relation and is laughed at if she mentions memories of her other family.  The Bennet's even allow the neighbo

After his failed proposal to Elizabeth Bennet, all Fitzwilliam Darcy wants is to put some distance between them.  Unfortunately, they both find themselves obliged to stay in Kent, to attend the birthday ball of Anne de Bourgh. Further vexation comes from having to deal with a rash of peculiar thefts and vandalism.  And what on earth has got into his quiet, downtrodden, sickly cousin Anne?  Suddenly, she is flitting around the neighborhood in her phaeton, consorting with the head gardener and very possibly a local landowner of dubious reputation. This is an interesting variation, I couldn't quite see where the background story was heading.  Set immediately after the Hunsford proposal, it starts with angst and distress. However, being forced to spend time together, allows Darcy and Elizabeth to gradually come to understand and appreciate each other. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. Amazon review Goodreads review

In this variation, Darcy and Elizabeth are much easier with each other, Darcy apologies for the insult.  He develops a real friendship with Mr Bennet. Bingley overhears Mrs Bennet talking to Jane about advantageous marriages and becomes more cautious about Jane.   Wickham notices Darcy's interest in the Bennet family but assumes he favours Jane.  He seeks to exploit that and Jane lets him, having lost all confidence after Bingley leaves.  She feels the weight of the expectation that she must marry well, to save her family. Unfortunately, all this results in Jane, demonstrating behaviour worthy of Kitty or Lydia! Picking fights with Elizabeth and risky, reputation-threatening assignations! When Darcy returns to Meryton, a contretemps between his horse and Elizabeth's dog, Smooch leads to injuries requiring a stay at Longbourn.  Elizabeth cares for him and they become close. They try to resolve Jane's issues, thwart Wickham and fend off Lady Catherine de Bourgh! Enjoyable rea