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frompemberleytomiltonblog's review against another edition
5.0
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https://frompemberleytomilton.wordpress.com/2022/03/07/hypothetically-married-by-renatta-mcmann-summer-hanford/
Hypothetically Married is a sweet, angst free and engrossing Pride & Prejudice variation where the authors explore the idea of having Mr. Collins, Mr. Bennet and Mrs. Bennet dead before the story begins. With this change, and because Mr. Collins dies before Mr. Bennet, the Bennet sisters become heiresses of the Longbourn estate, but they are deprived of their parents and for that reason dependent on their uncle’s guidance.
The story was tremendously altered in an inventive manner, but without having farfetched plotlines. The simple innovation presented in this book was refreshing, it is still a regency story the readers are comfortable with, but it does make us wonder how the change will impact the outcome of the book. Besides, this change gave us the opportunity not only to meet new interesting characters, but also to learn more about some secondary characters that are not usually very relevant in Pride & Prejudice variations, such as Mr. Phillips and Kitty.
This is not the first book I’ve read where the Bennet sisters are orphans, but it is the first time I see them under the charge of Uncle Phillips and not Uncle Gardiner. In fact, the first chapter of this book is told from Mr. Phillips perspective which is something I had never seen before and I must praise Renata McMann and Summer Hanford not only for giving the spotlight to this character, but also for making him so likeable! Mr. Phillips was definitely an interesting character and as I was reading this book I couldn’t help to feel that this is what a Jane Austen variation should be like! His character intrigued me through the entire story, he is kind, wise and pivotal for the happiness of his nieces. I loved the wise teachings he gave to them, the choices he made concerning Lydia, and the influence he appeared to have over Lady Catherine. The relationship between these two characters was a mystery until the end, and I always thought it could go both ways
https://frompemberleytomilton.wordpress.com/2022/03/07/hypothetically-married-by-renatta-mcmann-summer-hanford/
Hypothetically Married is a sweet, angst free and engrossing Pride & Prejudice variation where the authors explore the idea of having Mr. Collins, Mr. Bennet and Mrs. Bennet dead before the story begins. With this change, and because Mr. Collins dies before Mr. Bennet, the Bennet sisters become heiresses of the Longbourn estate, but they are deprived of their parents and for that reason dependent on their uncle’s guidance.
The story was tremendously altered in an inventive manner, but without having farfetched plotlines. The simple innovation presented in this book was refreshing, it is still a regency story the readers are comfortable with, but it does make us wonder how the change will impact the outcome of the book. Besides, this change gave us the opportunity not only to meet new interesting characters, but also to learn more about some secondary characters that are not usually very relevant in Pride & Prejudice variations, such as Mr. Phillips and Kitty.
This is not the first book I’ve read where the Bennet sisters are orphans, but it is the first time I see them under the charge of Uncle Phillips and not Uncle Gardiner. In fact, the first chapter of this book is told from Mr. Phillips perspective which is something I had never seen before and I must praise Renata McMann and Summer Hanford not only for giving the spotlight to this character, but also for making him so likeable! Mr. Phillips was definitely an interesting character and as I was reading this book I couldn’t help to feel that this is what a Jane Austen variation should be like! His character intrigued me through the entire story, he is kind, wise and pivotal for the happiness of his nieces. I loved the wise teachings he gave to them, the choices he made concerning Lydia, and the influence he appeared to have over Lady Catherine. The relationship between these two characters was a mystery until the end, and I always thought it could go both ways
jmcrockett78's review
5.0
I love it!! This was so sweet and I love how naturally it all played out; Elizabeth and Darcy got to know one another as friends first and romance came later. They took their time 😊
roseandwheel's review
5.0
Silly and sweet
Nicely silly. I liked the banter. And also touchingly sweet. I liked how so many of the original minor characters were involved.
Nicely silly. I liked the banter. And also touchingly sweet. I liked how so many of the original minor characters were involved.
samhend101's review
5.0
I loved this variation!!!
All the while I was reading it, I kept imagining it as a much longer book, complete with the first part of the story (which we don't get because it starts with Lydia's wedding) and a much more filled out post of this actual story.
While I appreciate these writers sweet books, I am always left with the feeling that they were written for people only learning English as a second language. Far too simple for my personal taste.
I would have loved for this to be rewritten as an epic, with more of the back story and a lot mire tension and drama before everything gets so prettily resolved.
In any case, this is worth a read, you won't regret it!
All the while I was reading it, I kept imagining it as a much longer book, complete with the first part of the story (which we don't get because it starts with Lydia's wedding) and a much more filled out post of this actual story.
While I appreciate these writers sweet books, I am always left with the feeling that they were written for people only learning English as a second language. Far too simple for my personal taste.
I would have loved for this to be rewritten as an epic, with more of the back story and a lot mire tension and drama before everything gets so prettily resolved.
In any case, this is worth a read, you won't regret it!
brinastewart's review against another edition
3.0
This was a short little storyline that I enjoyed.., my main complaint was the hypothetical that was brought up many times. I get that it is in the title but I felt it was used too often within the story.
readundancies's review against another edition
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Wring basically all but one drop of angst out of this plot and this is what you’re left with. Cheeseball galore.
It’s chalk-full of hypotheticals where Darcy and Lizzy end up being the means to bring their friends and family together as matches until finally, lo and behold, the only unmarried individuals are them too.
You can guess with relative ease as to how it all ends up.
Sweet and not nearly as taxing to the heart or brain as I wanted it to be, I liked this enough but it’s not re-read worthy for me.
It’s chalk-full of hypotheticals where Darcy and Lizzy end up being the means to bring their friends and family together as matches until finally, lo and behold, the only unmarried individuals are them too.
You can guess with relative ease as to how it all ends up.
Sweet and not nearly as taxing to the heart or brain as I wanted it to be, I liked this enough but it’s not re-read worthy for me.
englitlover's review against another edition
4.0
Nice What if story.
It starts with the premise that Elizabeth never Darcy’s letter and didn’t meet him after Hunsford. It follows four couples and their HEA . Well written.
It starts with the premise that Elizabeth never Darcy’s letter and didn’t meet him after Hunsford. It follows four couples and their HEA . Well written.
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