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mfeibel's review against another edition
4.0
The idea of turning Darcy and Elizabeth into detectives is a really interesting one. Bebris' style is very true to her source material. It's fun to see the characters in this light. I could've done with a more straightforward detective plot but perhaps the others will be more like that. Either way, I'll continue to read them.
alic59books's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
tahlia__nerds_out's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
blancwene's review against another edition
2.0
The good: Bebris really captures Elizabeth and Darcy's characters, I thought she had a good handle on their relationship.
The bad: the mystery is so overtly gothic (cursed rings! amulets!) that it felt jarring and out of place within Austen's more commonplace world.
But who am I kidding; I'll still read the next one.
The bad: the mystery is so overtly gothic (cursed rings! amulets!) that it felt jarring and out of place within Austen's more commonplace world.
But who am I kidding; I'll still read the next one.
leticiatoraci's review against another edition
4.0
This was a very entertaining mystery with the great characters of Pride and Prejudice.
thesummerstorms's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
I’m fond of frothy historical mysteries as a whole, and this one was light enough and mildly engaging enough to keep my interest.
Unfortunately, the ending was somewhat of a let down- the explanation felt very cheap, and strained disbelief. The author didn’t do enough to build buy in for the inclusion of fantasy in a historical mystery.
I also felt the characterization, while charming enough for a quick, distracting read, was incredibly shallow. One of the great things about Lizzie Bennet is her wit and intelligence, and a mystery seems like a great place to highlight that. The author failed to do so, and it was definitely a missed opportunity.
I still gave the novel 3 stars because it was a diverting enough way to spend my time and easy enough to read that I would have felt guilty rating it lower, but I won’t be continuing the series.
Unfortunately, the ending was somewhat of a let down- the explanation felt very cheap, and strained disbelief. The author didn’t do enough to build buy in for the inclusion of fantasy in a historical mystery.
I also felt the characterization, while charming enough for a quick, distracting read, was incredibly shallow. One of the great things about Lizzie Bennet is her wit and intelligence, and a mystery seems like a great place to highlight that. The author failed to do so, and it was definitely a missed opportunity.
I still gave the novel 3 stars because it was a diverting enough way to spend my time and easy enough to read that I would have felt guilty rating it lower, but I won’t be continuing the series.
spookyliv's review against another edition
4.0
SPOILER ALERT!
Quattro stelle perché partivo prevenuta e spaventata all'idea di ritrovarmi un pastrocchio con personaggi che di quelli di Jane Austen avevano solo il nome e forse qualche capello e invece no: Mr. e Mrs. Darcy sono belli e sono credibili, sia nelle mani dell'autrice, che nelle nuovi vesti di novelli sposi e di investigatori improvvisati. Ed è bello ritrovarli e tornare a leggere di loro.
Unica pecca: il soprannaturale stona enormemente con un'ambientazione alla Jane Austen - e se potevano essere interessanti e credibili le diverse opinioni di Darcy ed Elizabeth e le loro discussioni a riguardo, smettono di esserlo quando si scopre che la magia è reale e che anzi, probabilmente Elizabeth ne è anche dotata! E, insomma, anche no.
Comunque nel complesso è assolutamente un bel libro, assolutamente piacevole e godibile.
Quattro stelle perché partivo prevenuta e spaventata all'idea di ritrovarmi un pastrocchio con personaggi che di quelli di Jane Austen avevano solo il nome e forse qualche capello e invece no: Mr. e Mrs. Darcy sono belli e sono credibili, sia nelle mani dell'autrice, che nelle nuovi vesti di novelli sposi e di investigatori improvvisati. Ed è bello ritrovarli e tornare a leggere di loro.
Unica pecca: il soprannaturale stona enormemente con un'ambientazione alla Jane Austen - e se potevano essere interessanti e credibili le diverse opinioni di Darcy ed Elizabeth e le loro discussioni a riguardo, smettono di esserlo quando si scopre che la magia è reale e che anzi, probabilmente Elizabeth ne è anche dotata! E, insomma, anche no.
Comunque nel complesso è assolutamente un bel libro, assolutamente piacevole e godibile.
ifitsnotbaroque's review against another edition
4.0
I've read quite a few "after Pride & Prejudice" books but none of them were really to my liking. This is the first one I've read that delighted me and made me feel like I was back with the characters I know and love. Not only that, but there are other characters from other Austen books that come into play!
jenawesomesbookshelf's review against another edition
2.0
What a strange concept this was...a mystery sequel to Pride and Prejudice? I didn't really realize what it was until I started reading it. I am pretty sure Jane is rolling over in her grave.