Fitzwilliam Darcy, a respected man of the ton, had an ideal life. At least he did before his sister made friends with an impertinent, troublemaker named Elizabeth Bennet… together with a young, wealthy, orphaned girl. When Elizabeth saves her new friend from ruin, she sets off a course of events that alters not only her own life but also the lives of those she cherishes.
Fitzwilliam was looking for a wife, not love. He had everything he needed to be happy. A wife would provide him with an heir, and if he was lucky, she wouldn’t interfere too greatly in his life. His plans are upended when he meets his sister’s new friend. Now, besides finding a bride, he must deal with a difficult, stubborn firebrand who doesn’t understand her place. Will she destroy his chance at happiness or be making of it?
The second book in the Pride and Prejudice Reimagined series, this stand alone, wholesome, Regency romance is set primarily in Derbyshire and explores how the destiny of Jane Austen’s characters will be fulfilled even when all the odds are stacked against them.
Other books in the Pride and Prejudice Reimagined series by Cinnamon Worth include:
Assumptions & Absurdities
Courtships & Corruption
Deception & Debauchery
Enmity & Esteem
The Taming of Elizabeth
Cinnamon Worth books in the Pathways to Romance series:
To Marry a Morgan
The Duke and the Damsel
A Charming Rogue
And from The Keepers of Light series:
Finding the Runaway
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Fitzwilliam Darcy knows he must marry and has a short list of suitable ladies to propose to. Passionate love isn’t a huge concern, as he aims for a marriage that could be comfortable and sturdy instead. He doesn’t want to take a gamble on feelings when he could have the stability of facts. But none of choices work out, leaving him more annoyed than heartbroken. And when he returns to Pemberley to “woo” the brother of a potential bride, he’s faced with his biggest challenge yet, the formidable Elizabeth Bennet.
Elizabeth Bennet has resigned herself to spinsterhood, unwilling to live on the charity of her relations. She decides to spend her life as a companion or governess, giving up on love and the idea of a family of her own for the stability of a wage. One cold day she meets Georgiana Darcy, a young heiress with a heavy weight on her shoulders. Soon, their complicated relationship brings Elizabeth towards the future she never thought she could have.
Darcy and Elizabeth enter into a timeless tango. Both are strong-willed and have a very specific idea of what love is and how they want to spend their lives. At first, they want nothing more than to be rid of each other, but we all know how the story goes!
I don’t want to spoil anything, since there are plot points that are different than the original work. But some of the storylines seemed to just end or disappear with no warning or explanation. You’re left wondering what happened to one character while trying to unravel the twisting lives of those in England’s high society. It’s nothing too major, but I would have liked some clarification in regards to some things.
Books like these are where Megan Green shines! She was born in the south of England, giving her the perfect voice for a classic work. Sometimes narrators take on projects with accents they’re not familiar with, leaving you with a botched attempt at a western twang or an Australian one that makes you cringe. But Green uses her natural accent to create well-rounded voice for everyone in Austen’s world.
Overall, I enjoyed my first Austen adaptation. It was interesting and comfortable, like revisiting an old story, but with enough twists to keep you focused. I think any Austen fan would find this book a lovely treat to listen to on a warm spring day.
I received a free audible copy of this book. I am not into Jane Austin’s works but I enjoyed listening to this story. It has some interesting twists to it. This is my honest, voluntary review.
Cinnamon Worth is becoming a favorite writer for me. I loved this variation of P&P, as she gave it an interesting twist. Here, Mr. Bennet has died and the Bennet’s have dispossessed of their home. The older siblings seek and find employment, landing them in Ramsgate and Pemberly, bringing them into the lives of the Darcy’s and Bingleys. But, Fitzwilliam Darcy has exact standards for a wife, and Elizabeth Bennet is not the one. Or is she? Excellent read!
I like all Ms. Worth’s books, but this is my favorite.
I was curious about this book when I received a notification regarding reading an ARC of this book for an honest review. I am like most romance readers, and I adore Jane Austen. I’ve read everything the woman ever wrote. I have read other author’s post-wedding books, along with other books from the perspective of different characters. I’d like to say I enjoyed those other non-Jane Austen books, but there were many that weren’t great. I often think we should stop messing with perfection and leave Ms. Austen’s books alone.
Then, I read this one. Firstly, while it doesn’t entirely entone Jane Austen, it comes close. There are glimpses of her style in this book. However, it isn’t as description heavy as her work. Secondly, we meet all of the characters again from Pride & Prejudice. Reading them again feels like putting on a warm blanket on a cold day. However, Cinnamon Worth creates a different story for them. Each character holds on to the essence of their character from P & P. For example, Mr. Wickham is still an abhorrent individual. However, he undertakes different actions to show it. If you are worried if the H and h of this story change their outcome from the original, you need not worry. They simply have a different story from the original. We are given more of his backstory, and they meet each other in a different manner. However, they both struggle with their pride and false assumptions much like the original.
If you love P & P, you will like this book. It will make you pause and question why Worth felt it necessary to recreate the story. I would imagine it has more to do with her own love for this story and creating something new in homage to Jane Austen. However, overall, I enjoyed this read, as I am sure you will too.
I like all of Cinnamon Worth’s books, but this one is my favorite. This Pride and Prejudice variation varies considerably from Jane Austen’s original and introduces a few new characters. Great unexpected twists on this original plot that kept me guessing. Darcy is just a tad more rude, and Elizabeth a tad less impertinent, but it doesn’t take away from the story. And Ms. Worth’s humor always shines through. I highly recommend this book. <3
Story (4.5 stars)
I love Pride and Prejudice variations and this one doesn’t disappoint! It focuses mainly on Elizabeth, Georgiana and Mr. Darcy, but every other character from the original either makes an appearance or is mentioned.
Ms. Worth introduces some new characters and it’s fun to get this new twist on the tale! Well-done!
Narration: (3.5 stars)The reader is really good, although her cadence takes some getting used to. She does mispronounce a couple of words, but that’s a just blip in the overall performance, which is good.
*poor, **ok, ***good, ****very good, *****something special
I was given a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. A very romantic take on Pride and Prejudice. Follow Mr Darcy and Elizabeth as they tease each other into a timeless love story. You will enjoy this rendition.
Betrothals and Betrayals was a fantastic reading/ listening experience! The narrator was so good at bringing all the different characters to life, and their accents were just perfect! And as for the story, while this was my first time reading this genre (Pride and Prejudice variation), it won’t certainly be my last. Ms. Worth crafted such a clever variation to a wonderful book, and her storytelling was simply beautiful. I certainly found myself enjoying this “new” story with beloved characters we already know. I’ll certainly be checking more of this author’s (and narrator’s) books.
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I love the interactions between the characters, the way the parents explain things to their son. Some of the descriptions are a little boring, but overall the story does grab and hold your attention. Really enjoyed Elizabeth!