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The Measure of Love
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 13 hrs and 47 mins
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Publisher's summary
Bound by duty; saved by love.
When tragedy leaves Fitzwilliam Darcy clinging to life, Elizabeth Bennet sacrifices her dreams to repay the debt owed to her family's damaged savior. But can her compassion penetrate his bitter heart and spark hope again?
Beneath Darcy’s aloof bitterness smolders a broken, vulnerable man stripped of his mobility and purpose. While Elizabeth grapples with this unexpected fate—a marriage of convenience that is proving to be decidedly inconvenient—they discover that they might just be more alike than they are different. As mutual dependence awakens a deep, trusting affection between two defiant hearts, can their blossoming care withstand not only Darcy’s demons, but pressure from a society still expecting them to produce an heir?
What fates decree as a marriage of cold duty has the power to transform two contrary souls and lead them to discover the truest liberation—of laughter and joy; partnership and understanding. And above all, the freedom found when true minds and hearts decide to throw off their armor for one another.
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Elizabeth Bennet is living a lie. She’s known since she was fifteen that she isn't truly a Bennet, but who is she? Are the people and places that appear in her dreams just a sign of her active imagination, or are they memories of her true family? Could the stories she'd told Jane when they were children not be stories at all?
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Flawless dual Narration of a dramatic story
- By Patti on 06-21-24
By: Melanie Rachel
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A Chance Encounter
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation (Elizabeth and Darcy: An Alternate Path to Happiness)
- By: S. Neha
- Narrated by: Arthur Rowan
- Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins
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A few days after the Hunsford Proposal, Darcy unexpectedly comes upon Elizabeth Bennet on the road to London. Her carriage has met with an accident! Of course, Darcy comes to the rescue despite the recent, scathing rejection of his hand and heart. Circumstances force them to seek refuge in a nearby farmhouse, posing as man and wife! Why was Elizabeth travelling to London in a strange carriage, days before her visit to the metropolis was scheduled?
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Chance Encounter
- By Sandra in Florida on 05-01-24
By: S. Neha
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Being Mrs Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation
- By: Lucy Marin
- Narrated by: Harry Frost
- Length: 17 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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One distressing night in Ramsgate, Elizabeth Bennet impulsively offers Georgiana Darcy aid. Scandalous rumors soon surround the ladies and Fitzwilliam Darcy, forcing Elizabeth and Darcy, strangers to each other, to marry. Darcy despises everything about his marriage to the daughter of an insignificant country gentleman with vulgar relations. Georgiana, humiliated after a near-elopement with George Wickham and full of Darcy pride, hates her new sister. Their family look upon Elizabeth with suspicion and do little to hide their sentiments.
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Delightfully written + best narrator
- By Léa on 09-20-20
By: Lucy Marin
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Not Without Affection
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- By: Caroline Cartier
- Narrated by: Ariel Royce, Christopher Rourke
- Length: 7 hrs and 1 min
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When Mr Collins visits Longbourn, Elizabeth Bennet is shocked by the sycophantic behaviour of her family toward the Longbourn heir. Mrs Bennet declares that any of her daughters had better accept the man if he offers for them, and Elizabeth quickly comes to suspect that her father will not defend them should they wish to refuse. Despite her protestations, Elizabeth finds herself engaged to her cousin against her will and her sisters turned against her, showing Elizabeth harsh revelations about Jane's true character.
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Elizabeth endured.
- By Amazon Customer on 07-09-24
By: Caroline Cartier
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Mr. Darcy and the Governess
- A Pride and Prejudice Romantic Comedy
- By: Alix James
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins
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My life is in tatters: a scandalous elopement, the possible loss of my beloved Longbourn, and the mortifying memory of a rejected proposal. As if that's not enough, I now have the delightful job of handling the unruly Holt children as their governess. Little did I know, this role would pull me into the world of international intrigue. Italy, Napoleon, and danger? Not exactly what I signed up for.
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audio messed up a bit but the story is fun
- By Gracie on 10-11-24
By: Alix James
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Fitzwilliam Darcy: An Honorable Man
- By: Brenda J. Webb
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 20 hrs and 9 mins
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Leaving England after his disastrous proposal was refused at Hunsford, Darcy spent two lonely years in Scotland and Ireland before returning home to face Elizabeth Bennet, certain that he could regard her as an indifferent acquaintance. Events that transpired in his absence have left Elizabeth a changed woman. The victim of a marriage by deception to Count Stefano, she has suffered greatly at his hands. Will Mr. Darcy rescue the woman he vowed to forget?
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Loved the plot.
- By Marie on 05-26-24
By: Brenda J. Webb
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I Never Knew Myself
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation (Darcy and Elizabeth Happily Ever Afters)
- By: Melanie Rachel
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman, Harry Frost
- Length: 13 hrs and 42 mins
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Elizabeth Bennet is living a lie. She’s known since she was fifteen that she isn't truly a Bennet, but who is she? Are the people and places that appear in her dreams just a sign of her active imagination, or are they memories of her true family? Could the stories she'd told Jane when they were children not be stories at all?
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Flawless dual Narration of a dramatic story
- By Patti on 06-21-24
By: Melanie Rachel
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A Chance Encounter
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation (Elizabeth and Darcy: An Alternate Path to Happiness)
- By: S. Neha
- Narrated by: Arthur Rowan
- Length: 8 hrs and 34 mins
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A few days after the Hunsford Proposal, Darcy unexpectedly comes upon Elizabeth Bennet on the road to London. Her carriage has met with an accident! Of course, Darcy comes to the rescue despite the recent, scathing rejection of his hand and heart. Circumstances force them to seek refuge in a nearby farmhouse, posing as man and wife! Why was Elizabeth travelling to London in a strange carriage, days before her visit to the metropolis was scheduled?
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Chance Encounter
- By Sandra in Florida on 05-01-24
By: S. Neha
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Being Mrs Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation
- By: Lucy Marin
- Narrated by: Harry Frost
- Length: 17 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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One distressing night in Ramsgate, Elizabeth Bennet impulsively offers Georgiana Darcy aid. Scandalous rumors soon surround the ladies and Fitzwilliam Darcy, forcing Elizabeth and Darcy, strangers to each other, to marry. Darcy despises everything about his marriage to the daughter of an insignificant country gentleman with vulgar relations. Georgiana, humiliated after a near-elopement with George Wickham and full of Darcy pride, hates her new sister. Their family look upon Elizabeth with suspicion and do little to hide their sentiments.
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Delightfully written + best narrator
- By Léa on 09-20-20
By: Lucy Marin
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Not Without Affection
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- By: Caroline Cartier
- Narrated by: Ariel Royce, Christopher Rourke
- Length: 7 hrs and 1 min
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When Mr Collins visits Longbourn, Elizabeth Bennet is shocked by the sycophantic behaviour of her family toward the Longbourn heir. Mrs Bennet declares that any of her daughters had better accept the man if he offers for them, and Elizabeth quickly comes to suspect that her father will not defend them should they wish to refuse. Despite her protestations, Elizabeth finds herself engaged to her cousin against her will and her sisters turned against her, showing Elizabeth harsh revelations about Jane's true character.
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Elizabeth endured.
- By Amazon Customer on 07-09-24
By: Caroline Cartier
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Mr. Darcy and the Governess
- A Pride and Prejudice Romantic Comedy
- By: Alix James
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 8 hrs and 3 mins
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My life is in tatters: a scandalous elopement, the possible loss of my beloved Longbourn, and the mortifying memory of a rejected proposal. As if that's not enough, I now have the delightful job of handling the unruly Holt children as their governess. Little did I know, this role would pull me into the world of international intrigue. Italy, Napoleon, and danger? Not exactly what I signed up for.
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- By Gracie on 10-11-24
By: Alix James
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Mr Darcy's Second Chance
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation Trilogy
- By: Jan Ashton, J. Marie Croft, Lucy Marin
- Narrated by: Liam Anderson
- Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins
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Mr Darcy's Second Chance is a compilation of three previously published Pride and Prejudice Variations.
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- By Fabulous Mrs B on 10-23-24
By: Jan Ashton, and others
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Elizabeth Bennet’s Inheritance
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation Christian Regency Romance
- By: Laraba Kendig
- Narrated by: Harry Frost
- Length: 10 hrs and 44 mins
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Elizabeth Bennet inherits a stunning fortune. Mr. Darcy left Hertfordshire to escape his attraction to her—will her sudden wealth pull them together or drive them further apart? February of 1812 brings startling news to Longbourn; a distant relation has left Elizabeth an astonishing fortune. She is overwhelmed by a multitude of suitors in pursuit of her wealth but is determined to never marry a man who only loves her money.
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Wonderful!
- By Rosemary Giuliani on 10-30-23
By: Laraba Kendig
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A Gentleman's Honor
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation (Darcy and Elizabeth Happily Ever Afters)
- By: Melanie Rachel
- Narrated by: Harry Frost, Elizabeth Grace
- Length: 11 hrs and 22 mins
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Elizabeth Bennet wants the truth from Mr. Darcy. When she follows him from the ballroom to insist upon it, she becomes an unwilling witness to a scandalous scene. And for once, she cannot blame Mr. Darcy for disdaining his company, not even when he departs Netherfield in the middle of the ball.
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Delightful
- By Patti on 07-18-23
By: Melanie Rachel
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Once Upon a Time in Pemberley
- Pride & Prejudice Variations
- By: Summer Hanford
- Narrated by: Catherine Bilson
- Length: 10 hrs and 56 mins
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Widowed at a young age, Fitzwilliam Darcy has no reason to think he'll ever find the love his first marriage lacked. Instead, he dedicates himself to his roles as father and co-guardian, determined to excel at both. But when love finally finds him, will he be too mired by the strife of the past to recognize it?
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The story line was ok.
- By Karen on 07-23-24
By: Summer Hanford
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A Stronger Impulse
- A Variation of Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice
- By: Julie Cooper
- Narrated by: Joanna Lee
- Length: 12 hrs and 19 mins
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Fitzwilliam Darcy is enraged when, already reeling from Elizabeth Bennet’s disdain, he discovers his sister locked in a passionate embrace with George Wickham—and suffers an apoplexy at the sight. With proper speech locked uselessly inside his mind, his Fitzwilliam relations are quick to take advantage of the situation, calling his illness insanity, and scheming to keep both Darcys under their control.
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Certainly not Jane Austen
- By Lynne Fawcett on 12-14-22
By: Julie Cooper
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The Complete Tall, Dark and Darcy Collection: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Book Series
- P&P Variation Box Sets, Book 1
- By: Harriet Knowles, a Lady
- Narrated by: Rafe Beckley
- Length: 49 hrs and 24 mins
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Compromise. Kidnap. Murder. Madness. And it all began at the Netherfield Ball…Ensnared in compromise; Elizabeth Bennet receives four offers of marriage. Not one is welcome. Tall, dark, and impossibly handsome, Darcy strides into every drama where someone needs help or assistance. But why, in heaven’s name, did he have to embroil himself this time?
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This 5 book included series really was awesome!
- By Ruth on 11-02-24
By: Harriet Knowles, and others
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Clever Lass
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- By: Mary Alice Alexander
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 17 hrs and 27 mins
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Elizabeth Bennet's world is imperiled by the unjust entail which looms over her beloved family estate, Longbourn. Her father's ailing health only exacerbates the urgency of their predicament. Determined to ensure that the odious Rev William Collins never inherits her home, Elizabeth embarks on a courageous journey to end the entail once and for all.
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Trying to Be Too Many Things
- By Amy Nix on 10-31-23
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Happier than We Deserve
- By: Melissa Halcomb
- Narrated by: Danielle Cohen
- Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins
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Darcy is tired of fighting his feelings. His heart knows what it wants, and that is Elizabeth Bennet. When he learns that Mr. Bennet has passed away, he imagines riding in as the white knight, a savior come to rescue his beloved from a life of poverty. But when he reaches Hertfordshire, something is amiss and he finds that Elizabeth needs no rescuing, thank you very much.
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Reversal of fortune for the Bennet ladies.
- By Marie on 04-02-24
By: Melissa Halcomb
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For Love Apart
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation Duology
- By: Julie Cooper, Frances Reynolds
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 5 hrs and 57 mins
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UNTIL THE DAY of the Netherfield Ball, Elizabeth Bennet’s greatest concerns are wondering who might partner with her for a dance and the likely ruin of her shoe roses after she stands up with Mr. Collins. A death in the neighbourhood changes everything, including her belief in the benevolence of the father she has always adored. Suddenly, she alone holds the means of salvation for her family’s future. Alas, what is required of her is marriage to a man old enough to be her grandfather.
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Duology fan
- By Jan on 08-26-24
By: Julie Cooper, and others
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Far from the Tree
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- By: Jeannie Peneaux
- Narrated by: Liz May Brice
- Length: 12 hrs and 53 mins
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For twenty years Elizabeth Bennet had lived, quite contentedly, as the second daughter of a country squire. During her Easter visit to her newly married friend, Lizzy has the dubious pleasure of being introduced to Lady Catherine de Bourgh and her cosseted daughter. To Elizabeth’s surprise, the pair take a keen interest in a mere adopted daughter of the Bennet family, and when Mr. Darcy dutifully pays his annual visit to Rosings Park, her life takes a wholly unexpected turn.
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A Charming New Look at Lady Catherine
- By Amy Nix on 03-30-24
By: Jeannie Peneaux
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A Baby for Mr. Darcy
- A Pride & Prejudice Variation (The Misadventures of Darcy & Elizabeth)
- By: J. Dawn King
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins
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When an emergency summons Mr. Darcy back to London during the Netherfield ball, he discovers a newborn in his study along with a note. Now, he must guard a secret that could shatter his family and put the child in danger. But that isn’t his biggest challenge. He must find a wife—a woman he can trust with his charge and with his heart. Elizabeth Bennet’s prospects for a marriage based on love are taken away from her when her father makes a deal with Mr. Darcy, a man she despises.
By: J. Dawn King
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Worthy of Her Trust
- By: Melissa Anne
- Narrated by: Harry Frost
- Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins
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Orphaned and concealed by her neglectful family, Elizabeth's true identity and inheritance are squandered. Reconnecting with Fitzwilliam Darcy in adulthood, they navigate courtship amidst revelations of her heritage and his role as a trustee. Facing societal expectations and familial deceit, they confront manipulative family members and triumph over obstacles, ensuring justice and personal happiness.
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Trust is hard to earn when broken
- By mustang on 10-09-24
By: Melissa Anne
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- JTG
- 10-08-24
Highly Recommend this Story - Very Well Written & Read
I wasn’t sure about this story after reading that Darcy was seriously injured and, also, that he and Elizabeth wed as strangers. But I am very glad I did use my credit on it. This was such a well told romance despite those facts. I appreciated that the author didn’t “Deal With the Health Situation” in a chapter or two and then sweep on as if nothing had happened. Darcy and Elizabeth fall in love while he is incapacitated and the way they deal with the issues and grow stronger is lovely to listen to - especially as narrated by Stevie Z. Very Well Done!
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- mustang
- 06-09-24
Another hit!
Things you learn right away: Bingley doesn’t lease Netherfield until later than canon thus Darcy hasn’t met Elizabeth. Lydia still runs away with Wickham and Darcy finds them as he’s trying to deal with Wickham after Ramsgate. An accident happens and it leaves Darcy vulnerable. Col Fitzwilliam comes up with a plan that involves Elizabeth (he met her when escorting Lydia home). This is a marriage of convenience story that blooms with two strong willed individuals who need each other but sparks will fly.
The audiobook being narrated by Stevie Zimmerman brought the book to life with the emotion pouring from the characters. You can just feel the grief especially from Darcy as he is learning to deal with his new situation. This is a story that I will re-read and listen to again!
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- Jan
- 09-06-24
devotion & determination
no need to have read original P&P. I always like this author's unique storyline, character development, and writing style. This one makes me wonder if society built more relationships this way instead of going straight to intimacy, how much stronger/lasting they would be? Couple of things ...seemed Richard's choice in the beginning was unrealistic after so short an encounter. Jane was portrayed as very weak/fragile in the beginning. I never like or believe a weak Jane. She is the oldest 9f 5 afterall so should be made of sterner stuff. Even though this variation had little of her in it, the author developed depth and strength of her character. Very little of the rest of the Bennets. Georgiana was rarely heard from even though her behavior was the story's catalyst.
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- Eileen Corredor
- 08-27-24
Wonderful Austen fan fiction
I loved this book from start to finish. I wish it had a sequel (hint). Low angst but not totally problem free. The connection between Darcy and Elizabeth was endearing. I hate when they are written as extra proud or prejudiced. This was a great plot and the happily ever after ending was worth the story. Recommend to real Austen fans.
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- amanda
- 08-19-24
Darcy and Elizabeth Shine
Stevie Zimmerman outdid herself!
Darcy and Elizabeth shine in this romantic dramedy. There is an early marriage of convenience, which is mutually beneficial to ODC due to the extenuating circumstances that drive the plot and set the tone for the book. While this book sits firmly in the drama category, the banter between Elizabeth and Darcy keeps it just light enough to see glimpses of a romantic comedy. The Darcy and Elizabeth of this book are both committed to making their marriage as fulfilling as possible. We are gifted with a lot of time in their presence as they work together, while still having heated disagrees.
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- Wilkey Way
- 08-23-24
The focus throughout is on Darcy and Elizabeth with plenty of dialogue between them!
I loved EVERYTHING! I loved the low angst but still enough of disagreement to make the story plausible. No rushed ending, which is such a treat! The story never got mundane and had enough plot twists to keep the reader guessing throughout.
I'm not one to give 5 star reviews, but this author has earned all 5 with no rounding up! I loved the mixture of happy and sad parts mixed throughout. The character development is superb and so believable. I'm ending my review now to search for more books written by this amazing author. Having Stevie Zimmerman as the narrator was an added bonus!!!
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- MHTex
- 08-25-24
Wonderful story, wonderful writing.
If you haven’t already read this book you are in for an emotional ride with this book. I have to say that with every new work this author brings out I am amazed by how she can top herself again and again. What an imagination. This book is no exception to this belief. Astounding story.
From the blurb you can read that Darcy is dreadfully injured in the beginning of the story. And that Elizabeth marries him in this condition with no hope of his ever recovering. If I start telling any details about the story now it will spoil the discovery of the beautiful writing. There are many dramatic ups and downs throughout. It’s heart wrenching and traumatic but also heartwarming and triumphant.
This is one I will listen to over and over. Highly recommended. Kudos to the narrator we all love, Stevie Zimmerman.
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- Marie
- 06-10-24
Drama, raw emotion and heartbreaking twists.
A brilliant narration by Stevie Zimmerman for a brilliantly-written book. Alix James’ story is even more poignant with Stevie’s narration.
If you haven’t had the chance to dive into Alix James’ latest novel, ‘The Measure of Love’, it is a definite must-read/listen. The opening chapter begins in full drama and action mode, as Darcy discovers George Wickham and Lydia Bennet in London. A confrontation leads to a physical altercation, resulting in a devastating injury for Darcy, leaving him paralysed.
The Bennet family is ruined because of Lydia’s elopement, and Georgiana has a secret that must remain hidden. Darcy is in no condition at present to do anything except pray that his body heals. In the early days of Darcy struggling to come to terms with these life-changing circumstances, Colonel Fitzwilliam steps in and presents him with a plan to unite him with Elizabeth Bennet—a woman he has never met before—in a marriage of convenience. His well-intentioned goal is to preserve not only Georgiana’s reputation, but the entire Darcy legacy, threatened by an entail, should there never be a Darcy heir. Now the colonel just has to convince them both.
The writing is brilliant, as Alix James takes the reader on the emotional and tumultuous journey of Darcy and Elizabeth, strangers who must come to know each other while Darcy faces the very personal issues that a paralysed man must deal with. Elizabeth is far removed from her family and struggles with the distance and secrets she must keep from them. Despite the weight of their circumstances, they still find humour, which is magnified by the author’s sharp dialogue and dry wit, injecting a semblance of joy into their beleaguered lives.
The book is entirely gripping from start to finish—filled with drama, raw emotion, and heart-breaking twists. It is one that will stay with me for a while.
Highly recommend.
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- bebe
- 07-28-24
Elizabeth is patient and kind
And it paid off for her in the end. Elizabeth lovingly nursed Darcy after he was injured in a fight with Wickham. My favorite part was the second confrontation between Wickham and Darcy.
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- Heyston
- 09-27-24
Plot has a Modern lense
Spoiler alert this review discusses the plot settings and character descriptions that may reveal storyline items.
It didn’t seem in character or even plausible that the Darcys would remove to a remote castle without a slew of servants. Yes Darcy wanted to hide his sister’s condition but he would have a set of trusted servants. Also Wickham would have hung for assaulting an upper class gentleman. Darcy’s uncle was an Earl, which would increase the consequences of the assault and not requiring him to be in court.
Lastly, the huge deviation on P&P plot having Wickham in line to inherit Pemberly. That was hard to accept. What ???
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