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Mysterious Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation (Variations on Pride and Prejudice) Kindle Edition

by Monica Fairview (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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When Mr. Darcy appears at the Meryton Assembly, no one knows who he is. As a man haunted by an event in his past, he prefers to stay out of the public eye. He certainly doesn’t need someone like Miss Bennet asking questions. Fortunately, he is more than equal to the task of putting her off.

There is nothing Elizabeth Bennet likes more than a laugh – except for a mystery. From the moment she first encounters Mr. Darcy, she senses he is hiding something. But the more she tries to find out who he is, the more evasive he becomes. Eventually, frustrated, she turns away from him.

When Darcy succeeds only too well in driving her away, he begins to realize that what he really wants to do is open his heart to her.

Join us in this Pride and Prejudice story of a handsome gentleman who eventually puts the faults of his past behind him and emerges from his shell to find love.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07B9SYQXB
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ White Soup Press; 1st edition (March 7, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 7, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2125 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 239 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1980474761
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Author of Pride and Prejudice variations and Magical Austenesque fantasy, Monica Fairview has been publishing since 2009. In the past, she worked as a literature professor and an acupuncturist. Now she spends her life in 19th century England, interacting with strong ladies in bonnets and handsome gentlemen in cravats and waistcoats. 

Born in London, Monica lived in the USA for many years. She now resides close to Box Hill, where Jane Austen's Emma went for a picnic.

Monica loves to read until past midnight, chuckle, and visit historical places. Sometimes she enjoys doing nothing at all.

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DrCatMom
4.0 out of 5 stars Not so much a mystery to JAFF readers
Reviewed in the United States on September 17, 2023
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I had not read a variation like this one despite the many, many other authors and variations I have read. While the mystery wasn’t as incomprehensible as it might have been, the mention of battlefield service was unexpected. Bingley was more immature than I expected. Darcy was so immersed in his own guilt that he was his own worst enemy. Whether his self-imposed seclusion was necessary is difficult to determine. Would Georgiana have been ruined if Darcy’s trial had taken place closer in time to the duel? Hard to say.

Some deductions for the editing in places: e.g. Mr. Long instead of Mrs. Long or “serious” instead of “series”. Overall a pleasant variation for a lazy afternoon.
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S. L. Majczan
5.0 out of 5 stars His life is all a secret and then Bingley seems to have secured E.'s love
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2018
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4.5 stars rounded up to 5 stars

I have wanted to read this for a while and just kept putting it off. I love a mystery and if there is any angst involved that makes it all the better.

Although we are kept in the dark as to why "John" Darby keeps all personal information a secret and even presents as barely more than a steward to Mr. Bingley there are a few scattered hints as to what he has been doing for the last three years and why he has been hiding out in Cornwall most recently. But the thing that keeps our rapt attention is the fact that (with Jane Bingley married to a Barrister in London) it is Elizabeth to whom Mr. Bingley is drawn. It is she that Meryton is expecting will soon have a proposal. This Bingley seems more determined to stay the course and propose but, alas, he (as in canon) is persuaded to put that off and go to London to see how he feels after a period of time. Darcy stays behind in Netherfield.

We soon read of Darcy and Elizabeth meeting up, conversing and even finding that first impressions should not be lasting impressions. However, again, Darcy has reasons not to pursue Elizabeth even as he finds it is more than friendship he desires. He basically has no hopes of a future other than what has been his for the recent past and so he has nothing to offer her on top of the fact that during a confrontation forced when she receives a letter revealing his identity and his character from Charlotte Collins she accuses him of ruining her chance with Bingley by separating them.

Then Darcy decided to take his fate by the throat and we learn, along with all of England, just how and why he has been hiding. Events for & understandings between Bingley, Darcy and Elizabeth quickly come to a point where there is no more "wait-and-see". It is now and honesty with one's self is forced upon each.

I enjoyed the suspense although it was not as tense as I had anticipated. There are several other couples who have their happy endings and I had to laugh at Bingley's reaction when he finally meets Elizabeth's married older sister.
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JKom
3.0 out of 5 stars Simple mystery, rushed ending
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2023
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NOTE: **SPOILERS***
A good but simple P&P mystery - experienced Regency readers will know instantly why Darcy fled to the Continent (France). Duels were illegal, and if a duelist died, a charge of murder resulted. Due to the long and almost constant wars with France, Great Britain had no extradition treaty with France until far in the future (1876).

Fleeing England after the duel, Darcy joined the British Army on the front lines, probably with the assistance of Earl Matlock and/or Colonel Fitzwilliam. We learn that Richard Fitzwilliam is taking care of Pemberley and Georgiana Darcy, during Darcy's exile. When the story begins he is still convalescing from battle injuries in Cornwall, the most SW point of England. The assumption is that he has been mustered out or resigned, as there is no indication he remains an active soldier.

When Bingley convinces him his help is needed with the rental of Netherfield, the stage is set for Darcy and Elizabeth to meet. But Bingley's sudden infatuation with Elizabeth Bennet brings turmoil to everyone, and ends in a despairing Darcy. Feeling he no longer has anything to lose, he decides to finally face his fate. Returning to London, he is imprisoned for murder and will face trial.

The weakness here is that there is such a big build-up to why Darcy is incognito and the terrible consequences resulting from his action. Yet the trial itself takes a mere 30 minutes to declare him innocent, as both evidence and character statements are all on Darcy's side. It appears the notoriety of the trial is more damaging than the actual death of his opponent.

It's hard to believe that any scandal about Darcy would long survive, even if Georgiana wanted a Season in London, or perhaps Bath (which, per canon, we know that she doesn't). He's a wealthy, handsome, well-connected bachelor. Only the highest sticklers in the ton might snub the Darcys. Certainly if they remained at Pemberley for a year or two, other scandals would arise and eclipse theirs.

So in the end, the "mystery" ends up as much ado about not much at all. YMMV, but I found this story a little disappointing, after such an intriguing description.
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Avid Reader
4.0 out of 5 stars An interesting twist
Reviewed in Canada on September 4, 2023
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Right from the beginning, the reader knew the story was going to be different than P&P so it was interesting to see how the story developed. The story wrapped up well though I world have liked to see a different ending for Bingley as this one seemed a bit too cute. Overall, a good read.
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crisbpo
4.0 out of 5 stars Distração bem vinda
Reviewed in Brazil on April 3, 2018
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Esse livro é diferente do que já li e o mistério envolvendo os acontecimentos só saberemos no final. O autor nos dá pistas do que poderia ser esse mistério, pois esse acontecimento é que faz Darcy se encontrar com Elizabeth somente 3 anos depois do Cânon.
O livro inteiro gira em torno desse mistério fazendo com que o leitor queira terminar logo para descobrir.
Temos além do mistério, mal-entendidos e dificuldades que ambos tem que superar para o final feliz. Tudo isso também tornou Darcy mais introspectivo e Elizabeth mais preocupada com o futuro depois que Sr. Bennet fica doente.
Gostei quando Darcy percebe que Sr. Bennet o aceita independente de quem ele é.
O que não gostei foi Lizzie considerar se casar com Bingle se ele pedir mesmo sabendo que ela não está apaixonada por ele.
Apesar do final feliz achei o final deixando a desejar, pois queria ver mais Darcy e Elizabeth juntos.
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Ms R. Lynch
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 21, 2018
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Good read
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 24, 2021
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I have read several books from this author and I loved them all this particular book is outstanding a truly exciting read I highly recommend it you won't be disappointed
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Carole in Canada
4.0 out of 5 stars A unique variation...
Reviewed in Canada on April 19, 2018
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My Rating: 4.5*

"But disguise of every sort is my abhorrence." (Pride & Prejudice)

In this unique variation, Mr. Darcy is in hiding for the past three years. It is 1814 and Mr. Bingley is trying to get Mr. Darcy to come to Netherfield to assist him in learning how to run an estate. The Bennet household has seen some changes too. Jane is already married and living in London. Mr. Collins has proposed and been refused by Elizabeth Bennet but Charlotte accepts him. So between Bingley's pleas and a letter from Georgiana that alarms Darcy, he agrees. But his identity as Fitzwilliam Darcy of Pemberley must not be revealed!

So begins our tale that changes the dynamics of events that still take place as to canon...an Assembly, an insult overheard, an illness, and a ball at Netherfield. Though Elizabeth has a wonderful first impression of Mr. Bingley, he doesn't quite intrigue her as the mysterious Mr. Darcy. So as these events take place, Elizabeth tries to learn why Mr. Darcy is so secretive.

"He wanted her to know the truth, but he could not." (quote from the book)

I enjoyed this twist and the lively banter between Elizabeth and Darcy. Mr. Bingley is as exuberant as ever and very attentive to Elizabeth. As she learns a little about Mr. Darcy, we can glean even more from what is said or his reactions. What I think I enjoyed the most was Darcy learning the townspeople reaction to him...or lack of. His pride certainly takes a beating as does his heart.

This 'what if' certainly grabs your attention and holds it to the very end. Lives have been altered, hearts are betrayed and finding the courage to face your fears must be made.
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