𝑀𝑦 𝐽𝐴𝐹𝐹 𝑂𝑏𝑠𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑖𝑜𝑛

In Meryton, the harvest celebration is a fair, with all those attending masked until midnight.  During the dancing Elizabeth Bennet, masked as Shakespeare's Ganymede, is drawn to a gentleman masked as Benedick. An evening of dancing and clever banter, culminates in a passionate clinch.  An accident, during a rainstorm leads to allegations of compromise. Worse still, Benedick is revealed to be Mr Darcy, a man Elizabeth dislikes for his haughty pride. Can the scandal be avoided? Will Darcy and Elizabeth be able to kindle love, from the sparks of passion?  An enjoyable, erotic novella with a pleasing resolution for our dear couple. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Amazon review Goodreads review

This novella is almost an alternative reality Pride and prejudice, with the action occurring predominantly in Derbyshire.  Fitzwilliam Darcy lives at Pemberley with his sister, Georgiana and his late father's godson, George Wickham. Despite his reservations regarding some of Wickham's behaviour, Darcy fulfills his father's dying wish by providing a home and financial support for Wickham.  Elizabeth Bennet is touring the Peak District with her aunt and uncle.  At a village festival she meets Fitzwilliam Darcy. Although he exhibits some of his "Master of Pemberley" persona, he and Elizabeth share an instant and volcanic attraction to each other. The plot is not unpleasing, though as expected. The descriptions of their early amorous encounters become rather repetitive. Too many scorching looks, searing kisses and being crushed against his musky scented body. This is most definitely steamy, pride and prejudice. The explicit sections hold nothing back. I have rated oth...

Fitzwilliam Darcy returns to the deserted Netherfield Park to recover a gift for his sister, left behind when Bingley and his party fled to London after the Netherfield ball.  A snowstorm prevents his return to Town.  Unbeknownst to him, Elizabeth Bennet has taken shelter at Netherfield after being caught in the storm.  Initial awkwardness, gives way to practicality and a frisson of desire.  Will the proper Mr Darcy and the impertinent Miss Elizabeth eschew all propriety or will misunderstandings and mistakes keep them always at odds? A pleasing, steamy short read. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. Amazon review Goodreads review

As one would expect of a novella, there is not time for deep character development.  This Darcy is much less the proud, stiff “Hunsford” Mr Darcy, more the playful, pleasing “Pemberley” Darcy. The man Elizabeth Bennet encounters in the gardens of Rosings, is engaging and willing to share recollections that show his vulnerability.  All rather unsettling for Elizabeth, who still views him with disapprobation, following his insult to her at the Meryton assembly. Playing the outdoor equivalent of a parlour game, they search through the gardens for various blossoms. Elation at finding the winning bloom, rapidly evolves into a passionate embrace and several searing kisses. Alas, they are seen by Mr Collins, who can’t resist shouting compromise, to most of Lady Catherine’s staff and guests. To save their reputations, Darcy declares their betrothal and Elizabeth must concur. A rapid wedding is arranged. Passion continues, but will love prove elusive? An enjoyable read, with enga...