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A review by kinx128
The Future Mrs. Darcy by Maria Grace
5.0
Like Darcy’s Decision, Maria Grace has taken us into the world of Pride and Prejudice. This time she focuses on Elizabeth and her sisters right before they are to meet Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy. Once again, I really enjoyed Ms. Grace’s view of Jane Austen’s characters. I thought it was a refreshing take on Elizabeth and her feelings for her sisters.
Just like in P and P, Elizabeth is the same strong and intelligent young woman we all know and love. However, Ms. Grace has added some insecurity and guilt to Elizabeth’s personality. She feels guilty that she hasn’t given her sisters enough attention and has failed her family. Her guilt gives her the strength to embrace her sisters for who they are and respect them. For Elizabeth, she always relied on Jane and her father; but now, she must turn to Mary and Kitty for support. Both girls thrive under Elizabeth’s attention. Sisterly guilty can be a strong motive to embrace one’s family.
I loved the sister bonding between Jane, Elizabeth, Mary and Kitty. With the four Bennet sisters united, they can conquer anything. I think Ms. Grace had a wonderful idea of having the story revolve around the sisters. Each young lady has her own strength and talent and when all the sisters join together…LOOK OUT! It’s a sight to behold. I really like that they were able to gather strength from each other.
Lydia is an absolute twit! If it has only touched upon in P and P, Ms. Grace fully describes Lydia’s outrageous and selfish behavior. It’s a perfect set-up for when Mr. Wickham enters the picture. She has complete disregard for her family’s reputation and focuses solely only on her own entertainment. Ms. Grace’s characterization of Lydia leaves nothing to be desired.
The Future Mrs. Darcy is a delightful Austenesque novel. The sisterly bond is wonderful to watch unfold.
Just like in P and P, Elizabeth is the same strong and intelligent young woman we all know and love. However, Ms. Grace has added some insecurity and guilt to Elizabeth’s personality. She feels guilty that she hasn’t given her sisters enough attention and has failed her family. Her guilt gives her the strength to embrace her sisters for who they are and respect them. For Elizabeth, she always relied on Jane and her father; but now, she must turn to Mary and Kitty for support. Both girls thrive under Elizabeth’s attention. Sisterly guilty can be a strong motive to embrace one’s family.
I loved the sister bonding between Jane, Elizabeth, Mary and Kitty. With the four Bennet sisters united, they can conquer anything. I think Ms. Grace had a wonderful idea of having the story revolve around the sisters. Each young lady has her own strength and talent and when all the sisters join together…LOOK OUT! It’s a sight to behold. I really like that they were able to gather strength from each other.
Lydia is an absolute twit! If it has only touched upon in P and P, Ms. Grace fully describes Lydia’s outrageous and selfish behavior. It’s a perfect set-up for when Mr. Wickham enters the picture. She has complete disregard for her family’s reputation and focuses solely only on her own entertainment. Ms. Grace’s characterization of Lydia leaves nothing to be desired.
The Future Mrs. Darcy is a delightful Austenesque novel. The sisterly bond is wonderful to watch unfold.