He likes her. She hates him. The puppy loves them both.Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy and Miss Elizabeth Bennet get off to a rocky start. Can three-month-old Scottish sheepdog, Henry, herd two stubborn individuals together long enough to realize they are the perfect partners for a lifetime?Join in the frustration and fun when Mr. Darcy is forced to retrieve his errant puppy daily as Henry scampers from … Henry scampers from Netherfield Park to Elizabeth’s home of Longbourn. Told from her point of view, when she repeatedly spies haughty Mr. Darcy humbly showing affection to the puppy, Elizabeth is forced to acknowledge that first impressions might not always be accurate. Danger lurks, causing them to work together until Henry is safe.
Is Mr. Darcy’s bark worse than his bite? Will Elizabeth remain as stubborn as a dog with a bone? This 20,000-word novella is a blend of cranky personalities, blooming affection, and wagging puppy tails. Enjoy this Regency variation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice—where it truly is a dog’s life.
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I loved this novella! It was a sweet, feel-good read that left me feeling full of awwww. You’ll absolutely adore Henry—the cutest, most troublesome matchmaker you’ve ever met. And through this mischievous pup, you’ll come to love Darcy and Elizabeth as he forces them into each other’s company time and again until they must join forces to save him. Thank you, Christie Capps, for this happy romance!
In this sweet novella of the Pride and Prejudice type, Elizabeth and Darcy are drawn together through the antics of a little dog. Henry, the puppy, loves both Elizabeth and Darcy and his prediliction for escaping Netherfield so that he can track down Elizabeth at Longbourn forces our dear couple together until they finally realize they are the perfect match. A delightful short story of 20,000 words.
This was a really sweet story and I loved Mr. Darcy’s puppy Henry. I enjoyed reading about Elizabeth and Darcy becoming friends and when she stood up to him and pointed out how rude he had been. I look forward to reading more by this author in the future.
“The love of a dog is a pure thing. He gives you a trust which is total. You must not betray it.” –Michel Houellebecq
There is something about a dog story. This was short, sweet, clean and a pleasure to read. I read it in one sitting as I CNPID [could-not-put-it-down]. It was adorable, simply adorable and brought back memories from my childhood of my own black and white dog. My dog was a cocker spaniel and not a collie. Perhaps, if he had been a collie, his herding instincts would have kept my four-year-old self from playing in the road.
Darcy: “You can usually tell that a man is good if he has a dog who loves him.” -W. Bruce Cameron, A Dog’s Journey
Darcy was at his best… arrogant, proud and haughty. Our story opened the day after the Assembly and we find Elizabeth with a book, hiding in her favorite place, when she encountered an adorable black and white puppy. She soon discovered its master was none other than Mr. Darcy, who had insulted her the night before. Oh, dear. Darcy had a lot of ground to recover and his dog was willing to lead the charge. I loved watching the Darcy demeanor melt away as he watched his dog love on this strange country miss.
Elizabeth: “Plus je vois le homes, plus j’admire les chines” (The more I see of men, the more I admire dogs).” –Madame Roland
Elizabeth Bennet loved two things, reading her Gothic novel and the adorable border collie named Henry. If she could just get over her dislike of his owner. It seemed that Mr. Darcy could not keep from insulting her at every turn and she soon began to dread his company. However, things started to change when the Bennet sisters walked into Meryton and met a gentleman intending to join the militia. As if sensing trouble, Henry came barreling into town and was not best pleased in the acquaintance and took a protective stance between the stranger and Elizabeth. It was very evident the gentleman was shocked to learn Darcy was in town but was more intrigued to learn that the dog belonged to Darcy. Thanks, Lydia. Once again you speak foolishness and don’t know when to be quiet.
Wickham: “If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience.” –Woodrow Wilson
I did not think Wickham could go any lower in my estimation but he did. This was truly a despicable man. Even as a child, Wickham’s cruelty to animals was evident.
I did question whether Wickham actually joined the militia or not. Based on his comments when he found out Darcy was in town, I am thinking that he did not. Also, nothing was said about him being AWOL, nor was there any reference to using the military when looking for him.
“Why does watching a dog be a dog fill one with happiness? –Jonathan Safran Foer
Thank you Christie Capps for making me laugh… I really needed it.
Although this is not a Christmas themed story, it is a perfect read to set you in that kind of mood. Warm, funny, romantic and brilliantly well written.
The adorable puppy Henry had a discerning mind when approaching humans, why did he not shun his rude and haughty master, Mr Darcy?
Taking an instant liking to Elizabeth, the puppy made a run for Longbourn every morning and his master was forced to fetch him out of Elizabeth’s arms just as frequently…
Mr Darcy did not aim to please though and his insults towards Elizabeth was absolutely fabulous!
Loved how their relationship developed after the disastrous first encounter, it was utterly romantic.
Heartily recommend this book!
Happiness is a warm puppy. ~ Charles M. Schulz
Here we have a (mostly) happy story starring a warm puppy.
Elizabeth falls in love during her morning walk: warm brown eyes; dark curly hair; bright smile – how could she not be in love?
Imagine her dismay when she learns the collie pup belongs to the detested Mr. Darcy!
Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault, really. ~ Agnes Sligh Turnbull
I admit it: I’m a dog lover, having loved a number of dogs through the years. And I loved this heartwarming story of “a boy and his dog” with one reservation.
The dog in question is a sheep dog – one developed in Scotland and carrying hundreds of years of herding instinct. Even today, the descendants of this type of dog look for “herding opportunities” – often herding children or other pets if they don’t have another job. Most people who have happy Border Collies have found occupations for them – chasing Frisbies, playing fly ball, becoming a jogging partner, etc. These dogs need activity and purpose.
A sheep dog without a job can quickly become destructive. If that dog is kept in the country and a flock of sheep is nearby, the dog may begin herding them without authorization, sometimes running them to death. I don’t like to believe that Darcy would keep such a dog as a pet and risk the dog getting into trouble. Even as a pup, Henry is an escape artist and travels several miles daily to meet Elizabeth. There is some potential for disaster in Henry’s future – and through no fault of his own. Henry does respond to beginning herding commands, so I hope Darcy has plans to let him fulfill his purpose and happily herd sheep under guidance.
Great Story – Loved It! But I would have felt easier if the puppy had been a setter or terrier.
I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me they are the role model for being alive. ~ Gilda Radner