What is your favorite literary gift to give or receive for Christmas?
I just finished A Longbourn Entanglement by Monica
Fairview. It’s a “sweet and short” Pride
and Prejudice variation. In this
variation, Mrs. Bennet falls ill the morning after the Netherfield Ball while
Mr. Bennet is away visiting an old friend.
Instead of leaving abruptly for London, Mr. Darcy and Mr. Bingley stay
to help out the Bennet sisters in their time of trouble. Will this situation bring the Elizabeth and
Mr. Darcy closer together or drive them apart?
I loved the variation in this one. Monica Fairview always captures Austen’s
characters so perfectly. I love how
Elizabeth finally is able to tell the truth of the situation to Darcy and how
he responds with a crushing set-down. It
seemed so in character! I also loved how
Mr. Bennet came back and had some wonderful moments. This was just the type of book I needed right
now.
Overall, if you are looking for a sweet variation on
the classic Pride and Prejudice tale, I highly recommend A Longbourn Entanglement.
Book Source: A Review Copy from author Monica
Fairview. Thank-you! I received a
complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are
completely my own.
This does sound fun. I read Monica Fairview's Dangerous Magic this year, which is another P&P retelling and really enjoyed it.
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