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3.31 AVERAGE
3.31 AVERAGE
Regency readers have come to enjoy the genre due to its wit, charm, and traditional elegance with humorous maladroitness all bundled up into one happy novel. Monica Fairview seems to have a found a corner on this market, as she has succeeded her first Darcy novel with The Darcy Cousins with as much Regency flair as her first (The Other Mr Darcy), yet with even more improvement. This read was highly enjoyable and kept me intrigued throughout as the younger Darcy cousins, from America no less, wreaked havoc on England's society and especially at Rosings Park with the imperious Lady Catherine.
In the first novel, Mr. Robert Darcy is introduced as Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy's American cousin. With this novel, we are treated to Robert's younger brother and sister, close to the age of Miss Georgiana Darcy, the original Darcy's younger sister. We see much less of Robert and Caroline in this storytelling however. Clarissa, the new cousin, becomes quite close to Georgiana, and the two young ladies prepare to start their social season together. But, in all due haste all sorts of chaos occurs which effects many of the characters that are new and old to us. Lady Catherine is still true to form with her stubborn pride, and her weak daughter Anne is featured as well. Darcy and Lizzy (called Elizabeth throughout the novel) are also secondary characters throughout, as Elizabeth is supposed to chaperone Georgiana around town.
We are treated to Mr Collins and Charlotte as well, as the Easter holidays are required to be spent with the haughty Lady Catherine at Rosings. The infinite tea soirees were tediously horrible for the younger ones and they could not wait to start their coming out season in London. The multiple characters were well rounded and fun to watch as they interacted with eachother, from the shy Georgiana to the insolent Clarissa and more than one proposal in one day, yet only from those gentlemen who ruffled our sensitivities. Sunny days and boat trips turned into unladylike toes trying to be hidden and stockings being stuffed into reticules amongst hankies. Once we have maintained our hold on the characters, the story focuses on Georgiana for a time as she struggles with the object of her desire. We watch Georgiana take shape before our eyes, even though we tut-tutted some of her attitude, but we never lose faith in her.
Fairview impressively created new characters that blended seamlessly into the original story, though reading the first installment in the Cousin's series certainly helps. The characters of the two main love interests for the young ladies were a delight and left me in stitches, moreso than her first novel had. I laughed out loud several times throughout this read and after reading this second continuation by Fairview she is now my favorite Austen-inspired author outside of Georgette Heyer, although the newfound wit of Fairview echoes the charm of a Heyer. The Darcy Cousins is absolutely a must read for any Pride and Prejudice fan. My favorite scenes would always include the younger Darcy folk, and I truly enjoyed this continuation which would have made Jane Austen proud. I really hope that she continues with the Darcy series.
In the first novel, Mr. Robert Darcy is introduced as Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy's American cousin. With this novel, we are treated to Robert's younger brother and sister, close to the age of Miss Georgiana Darcy, the original Darcy's younger sister. We see much less of Robert and Caroline in this storytelling however. Clarissa, the new cousin, becomes quite close to Georgiana, and the two young ladies prepare to start their social season together. But, in all due haste all sorts of chaos occurs which effects many of the characters that are new and old to us. Lady Catherine is still true to form with her stubborn pride, and her weak daughter Anne is featured as well. Darcy and Lizzy (called Elizabeth throughout the novel) are also secondary characters throughout, as Elizabeth is supposed to chaperone Georgiana around town.
We are treated to Mr Collins and Charlotte as well, as the Easter holidays are required to be spent with the haughty Lady Catherine at Rosings. The infinite tea soirees were tediously horrible for the younger ones and they could not wait to start their coming out season in London. The multiple characters were well rounded and fun to watch as they interacted with eachother, from the shy Georgiana to the insolent Clarissa and more than one proposal in one day, yet only from those gentlemen who ruffled our sensitivities. Sunny days and boat trips turned into unladylike toes trying to be hidden and stockings being stuffed into reticules amongst hankies. Once we have maintained our hold on the characters, the story focuses on Georgiana for a time as she struggles with the object of her desire. We watch Georgiana take shape before our eyes, even though we tut-tutted some of her attitude, but we never lose faith in her.
Fairview impressively created new characters that blended seamlessly into the original story, though reading the first installment in the Cousin's series certainly helps. The characters of the two main love interests for the young ladies were a delight and left me in stitches, moreso than her first novel had. I laughed out loud several times throughout this read and after reading this second continuation by Fairview she is now my favorite Austen-inspired author outside of Georgette Heyer, although the newfound wit of Fairview echoes the charm of a Heyer. The Darcy Cousins is absolutely a must read for any Pride and Prejudice fan. My favorite scenes would always include the younger Darcy folk, and I truly enjoyed this continuation which would have made Jane Austen proud. I really hope that she continues with the Darcy series.
La storia di Georgiana Darcy, della sua vita nella famiglia del fratello, della sua frequentazione con la cugina americana e la scelta, anche un po' sofferta, dell'uomo della sua vita.
Tra i tanti spin-ogg di Pride and Prejudice uno dei più carini per quanto mi rendo conto di non apprezzare poi così tanto il genere, anche se "rivedere" Darcy e Liz ha il suo perchè.
Tra i tanti spin-ogg di Pride and Prejudice uno dei più carini per quanto mi rendo conto di non apprezzare poi così tanto il genere, anche se "rivedere" Darcy e Liz ha il suo perchè.
Meh, I couldn't really get in to this one. There was nothing about the story or characters that got me invested. Not sure if it me being too spoiled for some of the great JAFF I have read or the writing. Will try this author again before deciding.
Another gem from Monica Fairview. I thoroughly enjoyed her previous Pride and Prejudice spin-off The Other Mr. Darcy, which told the story of Caroline Bingley and Robert Darcy, Mr. Darcy's American cousin. Now in The Darcy Cousins, we meet another American Darcy – Clarissa Darcy. The Darcy Cousins tells the story of Georgiana Darcy and her new friendship with her vivacious cousin and the new people she meets – 'people' as in fashionable young gentlemen. Ahem.
The Darcys are spending Easter at Rosings and Clarissa spares no time in driving Lady Catherine up the wall. Clarissa and Georgiana also take pains in trying to free Anne, who has practically been a prisoner in her own home. However, things soon get out of hand when Anne is found missing and Lady Catherine immediately blames Clarissa. Everything is turned upside down as the Darcys are banished from Rosings and the hunt for Anne begins.
Georgiana quickly finds herself taken with a certain gentlemen named Mr. Channing, but unfortunately for her, he only has eyes for her cousin. Georgiana then finds her attention unwillingly taken up by Mr. Channing's cousin Mr. Gatley. Gatley is far different from his energetic, handsome, selfish cousin, but Georgiana soon finds herself gaining respect for him. However, an unfortunate misunderstanding threatens to ruin her new found feelings.
The Darcy Cousins is full of witty dialogue that I'm coming to expect from Fairview. The characters – new and old – are three dimensional in their personalities. And again, Fairview takes few liberties in the characters of Pride and Prejudice. Their characters are as true as they are in the original novel.
If you loved The Other Mr. Darcy, then you will for sure love The Darcy Cousins. Although, you don't need to have read the former to read and enjoy this novel.
The Darcys are spending Easter at Rosings and Clarissa spares no time in driving Lady Catherine up the wall. Clarissa and Georgiana also take pains in trying to free Anne, who has practically been a prisoner in her own home. However, things soon get out of hand when Anne is found missing and Lady Catherine immediately blames Clarissa. Everything is turned upside down as the Darcys are banished from Rosings and the hunt for Anne begins.
Georgiana quickly finds herself taken with a certain gentlemen named Mr. Channing, but unfortunately for her, he only has eyes for her cousin. Georgiana then finds her attention unwillingly taken up by Mr. Channing's cousin Mr. Gatley. Gatley is far different from his energetic, handsome, selfish cousin, but Georgiana soon finds herself gaining respect for him. However, an unfortunate misunderstanding threatens to ruin her new found feelings.
The Darcy Cousins is full of witty dialogue that I'm coming to expect from Fairview. The characters – new and old – are three dimensional in their personalities. And again, Fairview takes few liberties in the characters of Pride and Prejudice. Their characters are as true as they are in the original novel.
If you loved The Other Mr. Darcy, then you will for sure love The Darcy Cousins. Although, you don't need to have read the former to read and enjoy this novel.
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This book did not work for me. I did not end up finishing it.
I am a huge fan of P&P, and I'm open to re-imaginings, continuations, and even homages to the style with new characters. But this book, which focuses on Georgiana, and an American Darcy cousing who comes to England, somehow just didn't capture the magic or the feel of the original book for me.
It felt like all the characters from the original - Georgiana, Darcy, and even Elizabeth and Lady Catherine - were just not quite right. A bit too much [in Darcy's case] or not enough [in Georgiana's] of their character in the original book. It was slight, but came across wrong enough to distract me and take me out of the story.
I might just be too old for this book, since the main characters are obviously young people with young people's interests and foibles, but I have read lots of young adult books in the past and enjoyed them, so I don't think that's the main issue.
This didn't seem like a bad book, just, I think, not the right book for me.
I am a huge fan of P&P, and I'm open to re-imaginings, continuations, and even homages to the style with new characters. But this book, which focuses on Georgiana, and an American Darcy cousing who comes to England, somehow just didn't capture the magic or the feel of the original book for me.
It felt like all the characters from the original - Georgiana, Darcy, and even Elizabeth and Lady Catherine - were just not quite right. A bit too much [in Darcy's case] or not enough [in Georgiana's] of their character in the original book. It was slight, but came across wrong enough to distract me and take me out of the story.
I might just be too old for this book, since the main characters are obviously young people with young people's interests and foibles, but I have read lots of young adult books in the past and enjoyed them, so I don't think that's the main issue.
This didn't seem like a bad book, just, I think, not the right book for me.
Great plot and story line! Overall the book was really good but I feel like the characters were a little iffy. The two main characters were kind of up and down.
Well, that was unfortunate...
I had high hopes for this one, because I really enjoyed The Other Mr Darcy by the same author. This is a sequel of sorts, with more American Darcy cousins arriving to shake things up. It was a great idea, and I liked how the book followed Georgiana Darcy, Anne de Bourgh and Clarissa Darcy, one of said American cousins.
Unfortunately I really disliked what happened to them all. It's not bad as such, but it didn't fit with my vision of the characters, particularly Anne's ending and Georgiana's general behaviour throughout. Clarissa served mainly as the catalyst for the other two, prompting their bold acts that lead to their respective happy endings, but in the end she faded into the background and that disappointed me. Her brother Frederick also disappeared early on, which was a shame. I wonder if the author intended to write another in the series featuring Clarissa and Frederick in more central roles. I would definitely give that a read.
I had some other gripes, but Austen-related fiction is such a matter of taste that I won't go into them. There are definitely some very amusing scenes, and if you're a fan of Austen sequels etc then it's worth a try. Fairview can tell a good story, even though this one wasn't the story I wanted.
I had high hopes for this one, because I really enjoyed The Other Mr Darcy by the same author. This is a sequel of sorts, with more American Darcy cousins arriving to shake things up. It was a great idea, and I liked how the book followed Georgiana Darcy, Anne de Bourgh and Clarissa Darcy, one of said American cousins.
Unfortunately I really disliked what happened to them all. It's not bad as such, but it didn't fit with my vision of the characters, particularly Anne's ending and Georgiana's general behaviour throughout. Clarissa served mainly as the catalyst for the other two, prompting their bold acts that lead to their respective happy endings, but in the end she faded into the background and that disappointed me. Her brother Frederick also disappeared early on, which was a shame. I wonder if the author intended to write another in the series featuring Clarissa and Frederick in more central roles. I would definitely give that a read.
I had some other gripes, but Austen-related fiction is such a matter of taste that I won't go into them. There are definitely some very amusing scenes, and if you're a fan of Austen sequels etc then it's worth a try. Fairview can tell a good story, even though this one wasn't the story I wanted.
Another gem from Monica Fairview. I thoroughly enjoyed her previous Pride and Prejudice spin-off The Other Mr. Darcy, which told the story of Caroline Bingley and Robert Darcy, Mr. Darcy's American cousin. Now in The Darcy Cousins, we meet another American Darcy – Clarissa Darcy. The Darcy Cousins tells the story of Georgiana Darcy and her new friendship with her vivacious cousin and the new people she meets – 'people' as in fashionable young gentlemen. Ahem.
The Darcys are spending Easter at Rosings and Clarissa spares no time in driving Lady Catherine up the wall. Clarissa and Georgiana also take pains in trying to free Anne, who has practically been a prisoner in her own home. However, things soon get out of hand when Anne is found missing and Lady Catherine immediately blames Clarissa. Everything is turned upside down as the Darcys are banished from Rosings and the hunt for Anne begins.
Georgiana quickly finds herself taken with a certain gentlemen named Mr. Channing, but unfortunately for her, he only has eyes for her cousin. Georgiana then finds her attention unwillingly taken up by Mr. Channing's cousin Mr. Gatley. Gatley is far different from his energetic, handsome, selfish cousin, but Georgiana soon finds herself gaining respect for him. However, an unfortunate misunderstanding threatens to ruin her new found feelings.
The Darcy Cousins is full of witty dialogue that I'm coming to expect from Fairview. The characters – new and old – are three dimensional in their personalities. And again, Fairview takes few liberties in the characters of Pride and Prejudice. Their characters are as true as they are in the original novel.
If you loved The Other Mr. Darcy, then you will for sure love The Darcy Cousins. Although, you don't need to have read the former to read and enjoy this novel.
The Darcys are spending Easter at Rosings and Clarissa spares no time in driving Lady Catherine up the wall. Clarissa and Georgiana also take pains in trying to free Anne, who has practically been a prisoner in her own home. However, things soon get out of hand when Anne is found missing and Lady Catherine immediately blames Clarissa. Everything is turned upside down as the Darcys are banished from Rosings and the hunt for Anne begins.
Georgiana quickly finds herself taken with a certain gentlemen named Mr. Channing, but unfortunately for her, he only has eyes for her cousin. Georgiana then finds her attention unwillingly taken up by Mr. Channing's cousin Mr. Gatley. Gatley is far different from his energetic, handsome, selfish cousin, but Georgiana soon finds herself gaining respect for him. However, an unfortunate misunderstanding threatens to ruin her new found feelings.
The Darcy Cousins is full of witty dialogue that I'm coming to expect from Fairview. The characters – new and old – are three dimensional in their personalities. And again, Fairview takes few liberties in the characters of Pride and Prejudice. Their characters are as true as they are in the original novel.
If you loved The Other Mr. Darcy, then you will for sure love The Darcy Cousins. Although, you don't need to have read the former to read and enjoy this novel.