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A Dutiful Son: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Kindle Edition

by Kelly Miller (Author), Janet Taylor (Illustrator), Debbie Brown (Editor), Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 611 ratings

What will Fitzwilliam Darcy do when his beloved father stands between him and happiness?

Darcy has always emulated his wise and honourable father, George Darcy. But following a sinister act of betrayal by a former family friend, his father rejects his most benevolent principles.

When Georgiana forms a friendship with Miss Elizabeth Bennet, Darcy convinces his father to allow the association to continue. However, Elizabeth soon presents a thorny problem: she entices Darcy as no other lady has before, and with his father's current outlook, he would not approve of her as a daughter-in-law.

Still, Darcy’s problem may resolve in time: his father, after getting to know Elizabeth, is certain to recognise her many admirable qualities and change his mind. But what if he does not?

In this Pride & Prejudice Regency variation, Fitzwilliam Darcy is caught between the influences of love and duty. Which of these will wield the greatest power?

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"The ending was satisfying, and lovely and made me shed a tear or two. A lovely book!"
-Sophia, Interests of a Jane Austen Girl
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"Overall, this was an excellent reading experience, and I highly recommend A Dutiful Son by Kelly Miller to classic fiction fans."
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BJ281RYW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Meryton Press (October 18, 2022)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 18, 2022
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.5 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 328 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1681310694
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 611 ratings

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Award-winning author Kelly Miller writes Austenesque Regency romances. She lives in Silicon Valley with her husband and their dogs.

Her ten published books are:

"Mr. Darcy's Complex Courtship," a "Pride & Prejudice romance

"The Mysterious Disappearance of Mr. Darcy," a "Pride & Prejudice mystery/romance

"The Trouble With Friends," a variation of "Pride & Prejudice," winner Royal Dragonfly Book Awards

"The Darcy Secret," a variation of "Pride & Prejudice," a B.R.A.G. Medallion honoree.

"A Dutiful Son," a Regency variation of "Pride & Prejudice," winner, Royal Dragonfly Book Awards, Top Pick, Reader Ready Book Awards

"Captive Hearts," a variation of Persuasion, winner, Chanticleer International Book Awards, Winner, Royal Dragonfly Book Awards, Top Pick, Reader Ready Book Awards, and Red Ribbon award, Wishing Shelf Book Awards

"A Consuming Love" a "Pride & Prejudice" novella, winner, Royal Dragonfly Book Awards and Recommended Read, Reader Ready Awards

"Accusing Mr. Darcy," a "Pride & Prejudice" mystery/romance, winner, Firebird book awards, winner, Queer Indie Awards-Ally Division, finalist, Wishing Shelf Awards and finalist, Chanticleer International Book Awards

"Mr. Darcy's Perfect Match," a "Pride & Prejudice" variation, Recommended Read, Reader Ready Book Awards

"Death Takes a Holiday at Pemberley," a "Pride & Prejudice" romantic fantasy, winner, Royal Dragonfly Book Awards, winner, Indies Today Book Awards, finalist, Book Excellence Awards, and finalist, International Book Awards

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Customers find the book well-written and engaging, appreciating its wonderful Austenesque atmosphere. Moreover, the story moves at a good pace, with one customer noting how it captures the time period accurately. Additionally, they enjoy the character development, with one review highlighting how the author weaves them perfectly.

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9 customers mention "Story pace"9 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story's pace, with one mentioning it moves at the correct speed, while another notes it provides a refreshing take on the original narrative.

"...Its an interesting twist!" Read more

"This story was good, not as exciting in the beginning as other authors I have read with P&P variations but good." Read more

"...She has given us a new way to think of the history and the time that surround this story. I found it a great read...." Read more

"...I thoroughly enjoyed this tale and found it difficult to put down. Many hours of entertainment can be found between each high and low moment...." Read more

7 customers mention "Writing quality"7 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book.

"...The new characters were interesting and well written. The attraction between E&D is instant. Darcy’s arrogance is absent here...." Read more

"...Very well-written." Read more

"...Well Done!" Read more

"The story is well-written and I enjoyed it...." Read more

6 customers mention "Enjoyment"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book delightful, appreciating its wonderful Austenesque atmosphere, with one customer highlighting the picturesque countryside and another noting the realistic portrayal of matrimony schemes discussed in elegant sitting rooms.

"...They share many sweet and warm moments (i.e. Elizabeth and Darcy together on a horse …sigh)...." Read more

"...I enjoyed having the influence of Older Darcy and his sister on both Darcy and Georgiana and less of Lady Catherine! Its an interesting twist!" Read more

"...grateful to Kelly Miller for writing books that capture the true Austenesque atmosphere perfectly and have the same vibes as the original works...." Read more

"...This book was beautifully plotted and so enjoyable from every drawing room, every stroll and horse ride to every country dance...." Read more

6 customers mention "Readability"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book to be a fabulous read, with one customer particularly appreciating the development of Darcy as the heir.

"I’ve been binge-reading all of Kelly Miller’s variations and this one is great!..." Read more

"...I found it a great read. And I did find the historical references hidden away in the pages." Read more

"I loved the development...." Read more

"I enjoyed the book with Darcy as the heir. The characters of Elizabeth and Darcy were a little stiff but engaging." Read more

4 customers mention "Pacing"4 positive0 negative

Customers find the pacing of the book engaging, with one mentioning it provides many hours of entertainment and leaves readers wanting more.

"...Many hours of entertainment can be found between each high and low moment. The story moves at the correct pace, leaving the reader desiring more...." Read more

"...The characters of Elizabeth and Darcy were a little stiff but engaging." Read more

"...I was kept captivated throughout the entire book." Read more

"Delicious and engaging!..." Read more

3 customers mention "Character development"3 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one mentioning that the new characters were interesting and another noting how well the author wove them into the story.

"...The new characters were interesting and well written. The attraction between E&D is instant. Darcy’s arrogance is absent here...." Read more

"...Bingley has more backbone and most of the other characters are true to canon. A few non-canon characters add to the fun." Read more

"...Miller can weave the characters perfectly and change each of the character's verbiage and thoughts easily...." Read more

A great variation
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A great variation
What a great variation! In this version, George Darcy is alive and well. But he finds himself diagnosed with heart disease and in a fit of worry, demands that Fitzwilliam marry. This follows after his views on society have changed thanks to Wickham and because of this, Darcy cant be with Elizabeth. Darcy must decide whether he will follow his fathers wishes or not. Such a good story!
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  • Monlop
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely plot
    Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2023
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    Overall, I give this variation 5 stars. This is the first variation I’ve read where Darcy’s father is still living. The new characters were interesting and well written. The attraction between E&D is instant. Darcy’s arrogance is absent here. I love the variations where E&D start out as friends because then Elizabeth is able to overcome prejudice. They share many sweet and warm moments (i.e. Elizabeth and Darcy together on a horse …sigh).

    I only wish the author would have included the contents of Elizabeth’s letter professing her love for Darcy. The epilogue, was too short :( I wish we were given more E&D scenes especially as a married couple.
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  • Kindle Customer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Extremely interesting story
    Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2022
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    In this story Mr Darcy's father is still alive and has a younger sister who lives with them in her widow hood. The older Darcy is aware of Wickhams misbehavior and sins and withholds the living from him. It's unclear why he even pays him for several reasons : Wickhams not ordained so can't hold the living anyway 2) its up to his own discretion as to which minister he offers it to -- nothing compels him to offer it to Wickham. It's a part of this story that doesn't make sense.
    Mr Darcy's new views regarding mixing of classes has changed because of how Wickham turned out and he is adamant that those in trade can have nothing in common with his family. He allows Darcy to continue his friendship with Charles but insists he inform them that nothing will permit his son to marry outside their sphere..Caroline is never going to get Pemberley!. This also puts Elizabeth Bennet outside the possibility because of her Gardiner and Philips relations. She can be Georgiana's friend but nothing more.
    It's interesting how they saw the trades as so much lower than they are even when someone like Mr Gardiner is highly educated, dresses impeccably, and has an income that rivals the wealthiest member of Parliament! In a few short years those unacceptable trades people will hold a huge amount of wealth and smash their attitudes! Just investing in the upcoming rail service will bring great financial rewards.
    I enjoyed having the influence of Older Darcy and his sister on both Darcy and Georgiana and less of Lady Catherine! Its an interesting twist!
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  • Rachael D.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another Great Variation
    Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2024
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    I’ve been binge-reading all of Kelly Miller’s variations and this one is great! I loved that Mr. Darcy senior is alive and that the angst centered on him rather than ODC. Very well-written.
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  • Baltic Mermaid
    5.0 out of 5 stars An exquisite delight for every Jane Austen fan
    Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2022
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    What an exquisite delight it was to immerse myself again in the wonderful Austenesque atmosphere created by Kelly Miller! In this “Pride and Prejudice” variation, I found everything I love Jane Austen's original books for.

    As a true fan of Jane Austen, I have a habit to reread her six full novels. I must confess, I’ve read “Lady Susan” only once, and it just doesn’t feel like I’ll reread it ever again. Austen books are my comfort reads. The ones you get snuggled with in your favourite blanket sometime in mid-February when the daylight makes a fleeting appearance and you need something to stir up your frozen spirit. But after a couple of decades of this practice, I can recite these books almost by heart. So, I’m deeply grateful to Kelly Miller for writing books that capture the true Austenesque atmosphere perfectly and have the same vibes as the original works.

    In “A Dutiful Son” Mr Darcy’s father is alive. And despite having his son’s best interest at heart, he presents him with a dilemma, which, for a responsible and sensible person like Fitzwilliam Darcy, it wouldn’t be so easy to solve. Besides, as a side effect of Mr Darcy’s changed views on people of his class communicating with those with a lower status, vulnerable Georgiana’s spirits are in danger.

    The story begins with the Pemberly patriarch finding out about Wickham’s dishonourable behaviour towards Georgiana. He is full of rage and regrets, and he blames himself for having allowed it to happen. From now on, George Darcy demands from his son to stop indulging in fraternisation with those from a lower class. And it happens right before Mr Darcy meets the lady who is about to steal his heart. He is forced to admit the unavoidable truth: “In vain have I struggled. It will not do. My feelings will not be repressed. You must allow me to tell you how ardently I admire and love you,” Jane Austen, “Pride and Prejudice”.

    But can a man of his standing and upbringing go against his father’s wishes?

    “A Dutiful Son” by Kelly Miller is pure joy for all Jane Austen and “Pride and Prejudice” fans. You’ll get leisurely walks and horse rides amidst the picturesque countryside, balls and dinners in grand mansions, matrimony schemes discussed in elegant sitting rooms.

    I’ve read all of Kelly Miller’s books, and I am eagerly waiting for more.
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  • Pat K.
    4.0 out of 5 stars very good
    Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2024
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    This story was good, not as exciting in the beginning as other authors I have read with P&P variations but good.
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  • Lavendar Lilly
    5.0 out of 5 stars Delicious and engaging!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2023
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    As fans of Jane Austen or the Netflix series Bridgerton know, the aristocracy in Regency Britain were simultaneously constrained and supported by strict social norms. Those in high society did not stray outside of these norms if they wanted to maintain their reputations. Kelly Miller’s Pride and Prejudice renditions masterfully show the conflict between social artifice and human emotion.

    In this book, Darcy’s father is stung by Wickham’s betrayal. As a remedy, the elder Darcy tells his son that the family must marry according to their station. Of course, Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet develop feelings for one another. Miss Bennet’s station is below Darcy’s too. What will they do? What will Georgiana do? How will Darcy negotiate duty to family versus duty to self? In A Dutiful Son, Kelly Miller shows how humanity and love can free people from that which holds them back. I highly recommend this book for fans of romance or historical fiction.
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  • RTD
    3.0 out of 5 stars Decent
    Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2022
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    Darcy and Elizabeth tiptoe around their feelings. Darcy because of duty, and Elizabeth because of her family's behavior and lack of fortune.
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  • Harmony Kent
    5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely heartwarming read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 4, 2022
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    A lovely heartwarming read

    I’ve read a few books by this wonderful author now, and this one was a lovely, heartwarming read. As always, writer Kelly Miller has brought the classic Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice to new life with this fresh take on the characters and their Regency-era lives.

    ‘“I cannot believe this! How could Wickham betray me after all I have done for him? The blackguard!” George Darcy’s fist crashed upon the mahogany desk with a mighty thump.’ … from this angst-filled opening line, the reader is immersed in a family dilemma that will come to challenge Fitzwilliam Darcy in ways neither he nor his father could have envisioned.

    One thing I liked in particular in this take on Pride and Prejudice is that Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet become fast friends early on in the story, which makes a nice change from an oft-used trope in romance where it’s animosity at first sight instead.

    A few things impacted my full immersion and enjoyment of this book, such as passive writing and the over use of filler words such as ‘own’, etc. But more than anything else, sentences opening with ‘He’ and ‘She’—often inappropriately and confusingly—tripped me up time and again. These sentence starters, for the most part, denoted either Darcy or Bennet, but— unfortunately—they occurred frequently at new paragraphs and also followed other characters, and even a horse! Suffice it to say, this is a huge issue and needs addressing. Because of this, I almost gave four stars to this read, but instead have given 4.5, rounded up to 5 for rating purposes, due to the other aspects of the narrative being so well done.

    I especially loved Davy’s character, young man with mental development issues, whom the author portrayed wonderfully. And the interactions between the other characters and Davy were fantastic and felt realistic. Lots of fun banter enlivens the dialogue and overall warm, cosy feel of this period romance read.

    I highly recommend Kelly Miller and her Pride and Prejudice adaptations for anyone who enjoys clean romance in a historical setting.

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    NOTE ON RATINGS: I consider a 3-star rating a positive review. Picky about which books I give 5 stars to, I reserve this highest rating for the stories I find stunning and which moved me.

    5 STARS: IT WAS AMAZING! I COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN! — Highly Recommended.
    4 STARS: I WOULD PULL AN ALL-NIGHTER — Go read this book.
    3 STARS: IT WAS GOOD! — An okay read. Didn’t love it. Didn’t hate it.
    2 STARS: I MAY HAVE LIKED A FEW THINGS —Lacking in some areas: writing, characterisation, and/or problematic plot lines.
    1 STAR: NOT MY CUP OF TEA —Lots of issues with this book
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  • Nashomega
    5.0 out of 5 stars love prevails all
    Reviewed in Australia on January 15, 2023
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    I love it that Kelly has taken me on another journey with my favourite Jane Austen characters. And I throughly enjoyed how she has developed Georgina in this book. She is and has been one of my most beloved minor characters since I read the book. Thanks Kelly for bringing her into the spotlight.

    I think with each book the stories are getting stronger and lovely. The world building is beautiful filled with adorable animals, characters and scenery. The setting is so real I was completely absorbed in the story.

    I used to say that I don’t read romance, but Kelly has made me a big fan by creating such in-depth and beautiful stories that must be cherished by all!

    I couldn’t recommend it enough.
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  • namrata
    5.0 out of 5 stars a good read
    Reviewed in India on April 8, 2024
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    This story had an interesting concept, but i found this Elizabeth to be too diffident and timid compared to book Elizabeth. Overall an entertaining story
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  • Blue
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastico
    Reviewed in Italy on November 20, 2022
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    Nuovi personaggi che ho apprezzato. Anche che il padre di Darcy era ancora vivo. E naturalmente, la love story di Darcy e Elizabeth. Loved It!
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  • A. M. Smith-Nochasak
    5.0 out of 5 stars AGreat Story Brought to Life in a New Way
    Reviewed in Canada on September 4, 2023
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    In 'A Dutiful Son', author Kelly Miller is true to the spirit of Jane Austen's writing and to the time period of the original writing. For the most part, the dialogue and description ring true, and the reader is swept away into the nineteenth century world in which making a good marriage was necessary to one's well being, and possibly one's survival. The familiar characters are there, and through their thoughts, words, and actions, Ms. Miller takes us deep into their minds. I found myself thinking, "Now I see why Darcy acted that way!" Certain characters rise to the foreground, like Darcy's sister Georgiana. Others, like Darcy's father, are present in this story and now occupy a significant role.

    In this variation, Darcy's father, following the betrayal of his prodigy Wickham, withdraws from his liberal principles to take a more traditional stance: His son must restrict dealings with those below his specific class, and must under no circumstances contemplate marriage outside his class. We follow Darcy's dilemma as he struggles to remain a dutiful son while his attraction for Elizabeth Bennet grows. We empathize with Elizabeth, an intelligent and forward-thinking woman who appreciates Darcy's qualities and yearns for him, while knowing she must marry someone else and live out her life in a stifling marriage without him. Darcy and Elizabeth struggle to honour the conventions of their time, but every so often, a way will be found.

    The character evolution sometimes differs from the original text, and this made for a delightful and satisfying variation. I enjoyed seeing the possibilities for redemption in each, even Wickham.

    Overall, Ms. Miller's work succeeds stylistically and in treatment of plot, theme, and characterization. A great story brought to life in a new way!
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