𝑀𝑦 𝐽𝐴𝐹𝐹 𝑂𝑏𝑠𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑖𝑜𝑛

The death of Miss Phoebe Armstrong, a wealthy, elderly eccentric has the potential to change some lives forever. Miss Armstrong decided that her fortune and property should go to a deserving young person.  Upon her death, invitations to a house party at Oakwood Manor go out to a select group. All five were either close to her or showed exceptional kindness to her. Elizabeth Bennet saved Phoebe from a runaway horse in London. Fitzwilliam Darcy had offered assistance to a beleaguered traveller.  They join a week long tournament of critical thinking, solving clues.  The winner will take all. Elizabeth is desperate to win as her family faces an uncertain future when her father dies. Darcy is seeking distraction from heartbreak, following the rejection of his proposal. He is shocked to see Elizabeth, the object of his affections.  Perhaps, he might get another chance? The characters are an interesting mix from the annoying to the downright wicked.  A sweet Darcy and ...

At the Meryton Assembly, Elizabeth Bennet is shocked to meet Fitzwilliam Darcy (again) four years after he broke her heart. A few hours later, they elope! By the beginning of Chapter two, they are on their way to Scotland. A flashback shows Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam meeting in Derbyshire, falling in love and becoming betrothed. Surely, her father will approve such a good match? Unfortunately, this Mr Bennet is secretive, devious and thoroughly unreasonable.  This book contains a labyrinthine plot,  betrayal, threat of kidnapping, love and passion. It keeps you on the edge of your seat to the end.  Excellent! 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

Fitzwilliam Darcy is infatuated with Elizabeth Bennet, but knows that his family expect him to marry with an eye to status and wealth. Elizabeth has neither. Elizabeth initially disliked Darcy, following an overheard insult. An intervention from Darcy's friend Bingley, ensures the couple realise that they are meant to be together. All appears settled between them until Darcy's aunt, Lady Catherine de Bourgh arrives declaring an impediment. And for once, she is armed with more than just bluster! A sweet romance, with just a smidge of angst!. I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. Amazon review   Goodreads review

In 1810, Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy meet at Rosings Park in Kent and fall passionately in love. However, the romance comes to an abrupt and brutal end.  Heartbroken, Elizabeth struggles to recover whilst keeping her sadness a secret from her family. Grief is eventually replaced by anger and resentment.  Three years later, Elizabeth is shocked to find that Darcy is to be best man at her sister's wedding.  They are frequently thrust into company with each other, which both find uncomfortable. Elizabeth's behaviour ranges from cool to uncivil to incendiary! While Darcy is trying very hard to redeem himself in her opinion. He also desperately hopes for a second chance. This pride and prejudice variation switches between the events in Kent in 1810 and in Hertfordshire in 1813. This is handled well and despite knowing what is coming, the separation of the couple is agonising to read. I love this variation and I look forward to reading Abigail Sheffield's next book. ...