More Than You Know: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Jennifer Altman. ★★★★☆

The prologue, set in 1807 is delightful, romantic and whimsical.

Fitzwilliam Darcy is travelling in Yorkshire when he meets The Girl (Elizabeth Bennet). Both are staying in a country village and meet by a stream, while exploring the countryside. 

They don't share names but meet for three delightful early morning walks. 

The memories are precious to both of them and Darcy has tried to find her for five years. 

When we meet Fitzwilliam Darcy in 1811, he carries a dark shadow with him.

We see both his reticence and the concern of his friend Walsh and cousin Fitzwilliam. 

Darcy is adamant that he will not marry due to the potential impact on a wife and children.

I wondered if this was going to be Gothic. Fitzwilliam Darcy - Werewolf!

In reality the "shadow" is slightly less mysterious but equally dangerous. A diagnosis that many physicians likened to lunacy. 

Darcy fears that if his secret is shared, he may find himself committed to an asylum. 

When Darcy meets Elizabeth again, he is drawn to her but remains unwilling to marry.

When Elizabeth attends Pemberley for Christmas, they are thrown together and acknowledge their mutual affection.

She learns his secret and is determined to help him, but struggles with his determination to remain unmarried.

Can Elizabeth and Darcy overcome such obstacles?

Enjoyable story and Darcy's secret keeps you enthralled.

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