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Fitzwilliam Darcy is desperate. Finally confronted with a woman who ignites all his hopes, he agonizes over the cruel trick of fate which placed her in a situation beneath his notice. The morning after the Netherfield ball, he resolves to put as much distance between himself and her as possible.
That very morning, however, Elizabeth's future is jeopardized by her father's untimely accident. With Mr Bennet unconscious and surrounded by concerned neighbors, Mr Collins presses his suit. Elizabeth's mother frantically demands her acceptance to secure the familiy's welfare. With so many witnesses to his proposal and everyone expecting her to make a practical choice, Elizabeth's reputation hangs in the balance.
Without her father to defend her refusal of Mr Collins, there is no one to speak up for her... except the last man in the world she would ever marry.
- Sales Rank: #75614 in eBooks
- Published on: 2015-10-13
- Released on: 2015-10-13
- Format: Kindle eBook
From the Author
This Pride and Prejudice variation is a light-hearted story with�mild angst. The characters remain largely faithful to Jane Austen's originals. The story has some romantic scenes, but is mostly clean.
About the Author
Nicole Clarkston is the pen name of a very bashful writer who will not allow any of her family or friends to read what she writes. She grew up in Idaho on horseback, and if she could have figured out how to read a book at the same time, she would have. She initially pursued a degree in foreign languages and education, and then lost patience with it, switched her major, and changed schools. She now resides in Oregon with her husband of 14 years, 3 homeschooled kids, and a very worthless degree in Poultry Science (don't ask). Nicole discovered Jane Austen rather by guilt in her early thirties- how does any book worm really live that long without a little P&P? She has never looked back. A year or so later, during a major house renovation project (undertaken when her husband unsuspectingly left town for a few days) she discovered Elizabeth Gaskell and fell completely in love. Nicole's first two published books are her pitiful homage to two authors who have so deeply inspired her.
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21 of 21 people found the following review helpful.
An entertaining first foray into P&P by the author.
By Jana
I've read my fair share of P&P alternate stories and sequels (dozens and dozens of them, really), and this is one of the good ones, with a few caveats. Some spoilers ahead.
Congratulations to Ms. Nicole Clarkston for her first published P&P variation! In 'Rumours & Recklessness' we find Darcy and Elizabeth suddenly engaged, although not by your typical compromise or wayward seduction. The main time frame for the events of this book begins on Wednesday, 27th of November, the morning after the Netherfield Ball, and continues in the days and weeks immediately following (I'm almost certain the main plot of the book occurs in the span of 2-3 weeks, give or take a few days).
In the wake of an accident that leaves Mr. Bennet comatose, Mr. Collins seizes an opportunity and attempts to publicly engage himself to Elizabeth. Mr. Collins believes the uncertainty of Mr. Bennet's health will aid him with his suit. Darcy (who is witness to this event along with Bingley and the rest of the Bennet ladies) cannot bear to think Elizabeth attached to such an odious man for the rest of her life. By this time we know that Darcy is in love with Elizabeth but he hasn't quite acknowledged it yet. So of course, to save Elizabeth from Mr. Collins and to secure her for himself, Darcy suddenly interjects and says that Elizabeth has already accepted his marriage proposal and is now engaged to him. We know that Lizzy has done nothing of the sort and she is most certainly not happy with Darcy's interference! And so our stage is set and the misunderstandings and drama ensues. It was very enjoyable to read this alternate way of how our dear characters come together, fall in love (on Elizabeth's part), and resolve their problems. While this book focuses mainly on Darcy and Elizabeth, several others get their own stories told.
The usual cast of supporting characters make their appearances. A more decisive Bingley (I quite liked this version of him) sends for Colonel Fitzwilliam and Georgiana to come to Netherfield to help pull Darcy out of his funk after Elizabeth gives her "fianc�" the set down of his life (� la Hunsford). Colonel Fitzwilliam is a true friend and like an older brother to Darcy, a relationship I appreciate in adaptations. He is also one of the main sources of comic relief and I was often smirking when reading those scenes. Georgiana remains a constant once she's introduced, and I enjoyed her relationships and development with the other characters. I like how Mary Bennet subtly becomes one of Georgiana's supporters, a "dispassionate bodyguard." Wickham is true to form, causing mischief and spreading tales to the detriment of our hero characters. Caroline Bingley is her usual jealous and vindictive self but her actions aren't without consequences. Lady Catherine and her vitriol is an excellent (and surprising) source of comic relief and I'm glad that she gets a set down in the end. Anne de Bourgh is shown to have more gumption than she initially appears, although I'm on the fence about the twist concerning her.
Like others before it, this book contains some notable lines and phrases from the original P&P, although this didn't happen too often and I believe these instances were mostly effective. I appreciate that the first chapter focuses on Mr. Bennet and Darcy, especially since it's uncommon in most variations for these two to actually have a conversation without subtle teasing/jabs taking the fore. Mr. Bennet's accident renders him absent for most of the book so I really like the insight to his character/personality in that first chapter.
The pacing is mostly steady; it's slow-ish in the first act as there is a lot of introspection on the parts of Darcy and Elizabeth but I didn't mind too much as these insights were necessary for the development of their later relationship. I like that Darcy and Elizabeth come to an understanding somewhere in the middle of the book, allowing room for other plot lines and hijinks to occur as the story reaches its climax. And just because Darcy and Elizabeth have accepted each other, it doesn't mean that their path together is without its hardships; the drama continues! We know that they'll get their HEA but it's all about the journey in this novel.
There are no sexually explicit scenes, so no worries for those who could do without them. Once they've reached an understanding and Elizabeth has truly welcomed Darcy's marriage proposal our two lovebirds find time to steal kisses and make-out. In retrospect I don't know if Darcy or Elizabeth would risk to be found in as many compromising situations as they were in, but who can resist their tender moments together?
I will say that the book would've benefited from additional editing/proofreading as I came across some errors that I've highlighted while reading on Kindle. One of my pet peeves is that when Elizabeth is addressed so, it is "Lizzy" and not "Lizzie," as Lizzy with a Y is used in Jane Austen's original text. However, I will concede to what each author/writer decides to use, as long as they remain consistent in their address throughout the entire story. On several occasions, I've found both "Lizzy" and "Lizzie" being used by the characters, sometimes these two spellings appearing on the same page. Lieutenant Denny of the militia regiment is also referred to as "Denney" with only a paragraph in between. Darcy and Elizabeth encounter Sir Lucas on one of their rambles, but then Elizabeth suddenly met "Sir Lewis' eye." Miss Anne de Bourgh has been elevated to Lady Anne de Bourgh. Sir Lucas is incorrectly referred to as a peer. There are a few scattered grammar mistakes (using I versus Me, among others) and a couple of occasions where certain titles/addresses should be capitalized but are not. There are also a few anachronisms in word use (gold digger, mail-order bride, and some others). I am a nitpick when reading but overall these errors weren't so bad in terms of understanding the story. I just hope that authors will continue to research and proofread a story several times so that less/none of these mistakes are found in publication.
SPOILERS:
Some plot points could've been handled better, used more details, or had a more defined resolution. Darcy writes a letter to Elizabeth early in this story but The Letter here is reduced a MacGuffin, a bit disappointing considering the importance of The Letter in the original P&P. Also, what exactly happened with Mary King? I feel like the explanation for her circumstances was rushed and a bit confusing. Charlotte Lucas' storyline could've been handled with more care. She is later paired off but even this seems a bit forced, just so that she wouldn't remain a spinster daughter. I'm not too fond of the twist concerning Anne; it seemed a bit tacked on as a last suspense element. If the backstory/buildup to this twist was somehow integrated into earlier chapters, I may have been more accepting of it. Even if supplemented with additional buildup, the twist is so different from canon that it may be especially hard for some people to accept. There's also a scene where Wickham mistakes Anne for Georgiana; it takes him a while to realize his mistake, such are the ladies' supposed similarity in appearance. This detail bothers me in relation to (SPOILERS) Colonel Fitzwilliam confessing to having a tendr�/attraction toward Georgiana. He does acknowledge that his feelings for Georgiana aren't right (in relation to her being his ward and that he is twice her age). Later in the epilogue we find out he is engaged to Anne. For some reason, the inclusion of Wickham mistaking Anne for Georgiana made it seem to me that Fitzwilliam just transferred his attraction from Georgiana to Anne. There wasn't much interaction between Fitzwilliam and Anne, even though it's implied (I guess) in the epilogue, and that leaves me feeling like their pairing together is a bit too contrived in this instance. Does this nitpicking make sense?
END SPOILERS
Overall, I did enjoy reading this alternate path to HEA between Darcy and Elizabeth. I read the entirety of the book over the course of one day. I was compelled to turn the page and didn't gloss over paragraphs or sections (which I've had a tendency of doing lately with a few P&P/JAFF stories). For some this book may seem a bit long but I usually prefer them this way. Despite some mistakes that could've been caught by another proofreader and my own nitpicking at certain story lines, I do recommend everyone to take a chance on this author's first foray into published P&P fiction. Good job, Ms. Nicole Clarkston!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
A well done retelling of a favorite classic!
By Dave in Oklahoma
This is a very pleasant novel! I like how all the characters follow canon from the original. Some smaller characters are added to support the well known cast and it is done seamlessly. There is a ton of conversations and they are done in a smooth manner. Some phrasing from the original shows up occasionally but it is small snippets and they are mostly reworded so you get the original meanings with fresh wording. The plot follows along at a nice pace and there are no grammar issues or holes in the storyline. All is well thought out and executed in a professional manner. I like the Darcy and Elizabeth characters - you are rooting for them to overcome obstacles. Of course there is the required HEA, but what twisted path will get them there? What happens to the other players? There are some nice differences for you to enjoy. I rate this story a keeper!
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
Rumours & Recklessness: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
By Kindle Customer
Enjoyable story. A little chaos develops in the front parlour at the Bennet home. Unbeknownst to Elizabeth, Collins decides that he will announce his betrothal to Elizabeth. While she angrily says she will not, Mrs. Bennet is screeching that she will. Bingley, Jane, and Darcy are shocked at this development, especially Darcy who has admitted to himself that is in love with Elizabeth. While his mind is arguing with his heart, he surprises everyone in the room that she cannot marry Collins, because she is his betrothal. If Elizabeth was simmering with disgust about Collins' announcement, she's an erupting volcano at Darcy's statement. That everyone was is shock is an understatement, except for Mrs. Bennet who recognizes that Darcy is far better a catch than Collins. When facing Darcy the next day while out walking, Darcy approaches to offer a proposal. While not quite as bad as the Hunsford proposal, it still contained his ill spoken words as to family, fortune, and status. He gets the shock of his life when she responds to his proposal and slaps him across the cheek when he steals a kiss. Hurt and dismayed, Bingley finds him well under the influence of alcohol when returns to Netherfield. Meanwhile, Bingley has contacted Colonel Fitzwilliam and Georgiana to come help Darcy win Elizabeth's love. Elizabeth and Georgiana quickly become friends which makes Darcy extremely happy. When she finally is told the truth about Wickham, her feelings for Darcy begin to change rapidly. Elizabeth is in charge of running Longbourn while her father is recuperating from his fall from his horse. Listening to her Aunt Gardiner who has traveled from London to help, she suggests that Elizabeth ask Darcy about the tenant that has been unable to work the land for a year and is behind in rent. When she sees what he has done, she falls completely in love with Darcy. Caught in the middle of the road kissing by her Uncle Gardiner, much needs explaining. Well kind of Pride and Prejudice variation would it be without the evil 3 musketeers: Aunt Catherine, Caroline, and Wickham. Enjoyed seeing the three despicable fail at their betrayal. The Earl and Lady Matlock are two of Darcy's relatives, besides Georgiana and the Colonel, that are completely taken by Elizabeth's obvious love for Darcy. Oh, Lady Catherine has a terrible secret that she thought was only know to herself, but the Matlocks and Anne also knew of her shame. Enjoyed the story although some typos were noted, but they did not detract from the story. Loved how Darcy set up Mrs. Bennet, Lydia, and Kitty to spread rumours about Wickham. Kind of funny he caught Wickham with his own game: spreading rumours.
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