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Liked It1 of 1 members found this review helpful “This re-telling of Pride and Prejudice is told from the perspective of the enigmatic Mr. Darcy. I quite enjoyed this book and would recommend it to fans of Pride and Prejudice. Although the author does a very good job of imagining Mr. Darcy's thoughts regarding key events, I suspect that a...” see full review » see other reviews » |
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“The first book was a little slow but the second book is a much more enjoyable read!”
Liz A wrote this review 10 days ago. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Like I've been saying with most Austen spinoffs, I always proceed with caution. I don't like being disappointed and I certainly don't like it when my beloved classic have been ripped to shreds, and especially when it's done horribly. Fortunately! this book has passed and I don't regret reading this book. I actually quite liked it and I found myself laughing over parts of the book which were cleverly written and provided a lot of good humor. It was certainly nice seeing Mr Darcy's daily life in more detail besides just hearing his thoughts and his behavior. I actually liked how this book put in little bits and pieces added to the main Pride and Prejudice plot to add more color and life to Mr Darcy. We usually see him as a brooding solitary figure which immediately we think of how boring he might be. In reality, well, Mr Darcy just doesn't like gatherings and parties period. That's just his nature and what's even better, he's a bookworm! this is one of the main reasons why I liked reading this book. Mr Darcy isn't seen as boring, silent in his corner with his stormy thoughts. Although yes, it's romantic but seeing a different side of him, where he's able to show a sense of humor towards Mr Bingley (even having a moment where Bingley throws a cube of sugar at
Caroline C wrote this review Tuesday, November 10 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
him) makes Mr Darcy seem much more real and twice as likable. (We Darcy fanatics can all sigh in relief here!).
I'd have to say though, the plot was a little too slow to come to action and if you're one who needs to have their attention captured right away, this might be a deterrent. I would suggest, stick with it. Especially if you're a huge Pride and Prejudice fan. Patience is well rewarded later in the book with comical scenes and even scenes which will make you want to yank Caroline Bingley's hair for being such a vain and vicious witch. (Yes, Miss Bingley is quite the snake in this one). Another criticism I'd have to add, not much Elizabeth in this one! you can't feel the love between them yet. It's understandable considering the book doesn't even cover half of the main plot and you do feel Mr Darcy's true feelings towards Elizabeth. It's still growing so the romance factor in this book is rather cold which may be disappointing. As with a few previous spinoff novels I've read, Mr Bingley still stays the same, cheerful and so friendly but always needing someone to advise or look after him. More has been added to his character as well and his relationship with Darcy is seen in more detail. I actually liked it. It seemed as if he brought out the comical side of Mr Darcy which was nice to see.
Overall, I greatly enjoyed this read. It was entertaining and although slow to start, I was glad I stayed with it until the end. I will definitely be getting the second one after this. I recommend this to all Jane Austen fans.
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“I loved this telling! In the original book you don't know what is going on behind the stern and brooding Darcy until he confesses his love. I think that she did a wonderful job of making him a love sick fool without making Darcy a fool! ”
Sabrina M wrote this review Monday, November 9 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I enjoyed this novel inspired by Pride and Prejudice. It was nice to give more "behind the scenes" words and thoughts to Mr. Darcy. This book, as well as the others in the series, is a good bit more on the gothic side than Jane Austen's novel, but it was still a very interesting and entertaining read.”
Alisa M wrote this review Friday, November 6 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Great series. The entire Pride and Prejudice story from Darcy's perspective. Aidan uses the events from Austen's classic tale, plus current events of the era and other possible circumstances to construct Darcy's character, motives, and gradual transformation into a man worthy to be called a true Gentleman. Religious overtones. Book One of three.”
Barbara N wrote this review Wednesday, November 4 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“I have really enjoyed this book of Pride and Prej. from Darcy's point of view..... good clean fun”
Kristy B wrote this review Saturday, October 31 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“One of the best P & P spin offs that I've read”
heidinews wrote this review Sunday, August 30 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“A very enjoyable summertime read along with the other two books in the trilogy....the author does a great job keeping "her" Darcy like Austen's Darcy, but with an interesting twist by giving us his perspective (as Austen gives us Elizabeth Bennet's perspective) and with that we get to know believable sides of Darcy's character not previously encountered.”
Julie M wrote this review Monday, August 31 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Insightful attempt at giving readers a glimpse of Mr. Darcy's POV from "Pride and Prejudice." It's fun and entertaining.”
Alene wrote this review Saturday, August 22 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Finally-a book from Darcy's perspective! The entire narrative is from Darcy-it takes you "behind the scenes" as to what happened to get Bingley to change his mind and how Darcy came to be smitten with Elizabeth. I would definitely read P&P first so you know what Elizabeth's take on the events is. I can't wait to read the other two books in this series.”
LindseyH wrote this review Sunday, July 5 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
