--- product_id: 14415343 title: "Alone with Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Paperback – April 14, 2015" brand: "abigail reynolds" price: "€ 33.02" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/14415343-alone-with-mr-darcy-a-pride-and-prejudice-variation-paperback store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # Alone with Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Paperback – April 14, 2015 **Brand:** abigail reynolds **Price:** € 33.02 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Alone with Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Paperback – April 14, 2015 by abigail reynolds - **How much does it cost?** € 33.02 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/14415343-alone-with-mr-darcy-a-pride-and-prejudice-variation-paperback) ## Best For - abigail reynolds enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted abigail reynolds brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Alone with Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Paperback – April 14, 2015 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+9rd2TRZL.jpg) ![Alone with Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Paperback – April 14, 2015 - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71wxOba9MrL.jpg) ![Alone with Mr. Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation Paperback – April 14, 2015 - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31AlFibpu5L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars The best kind of variation despite (because of?) the awful part some have mentioned *by S***S on Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2019* I confess. The only reason I read P&P variations is for the extra juice of Lizzy and Mr. Darcy getting to know each other in new and delightful situations. My FAVORITES of these are the ones that involve a "compromising situation" of some sort, whether it be because of bandits, highwaymen, jealous aunts, weather or anything else. Of all the variations I've read (and it's quite a few now) this one handles their developing relationship the very best. In addition to this, my personal test of the variation's quality is how real the characters are to their original nature. This story rocks on both accounts.Mr. Darcy is hot and realistic. Lizzy feels a bit different to me than her original character, but in an endearing, almost childlike way. She's not too fluffy, stupid, strident or dimwitted like in so many variations that depend on a weak misunderstanding for plot development. Darcy isn't a simpering drama king. They're endearing, real, hot and very much in line with their original characters.Okay there *are* a few unfortunate plot twists. But truth be told, I have yet to read a variation that didn't have at least one weak plot point. That might be a necessity by the very fact that it's a variation. A few reviewers have mentioned Mr. Bennett. Yes, that's an unfortunate plot twist. Sadly, though, the book would not have much of a plot at all without this. Some device was necessary and in this case it's Mr. Bennett. This worked better for me than most variations which rely on total idiocy from the main characters. Next, subplots about Darcy's family. I didn't mind these too much. They added some flavor.And now for the worst subplot and hottest topic, the gang rape. I wonder if I was less shocked by it because I'd read the comments on it already. I suppose that was fortunate or I might have deleted the book from my kindle without finishing it. But in reality, I know a lot of women who have been raped--and that's here and now, not 200 years ago. In one group I was part of, 8 out of 10 women had been raped or molested--and always by family members. It's super unfortunate. But life does seem to go on, and almost all of these women have found a way to happiness. Actually, I was super surprised in every case when I learned about their history, because they don't come across as sad or lacking in any way. And look at the me too movement. Part of it is just acknowledging it and getting things out into the open.Which brings me to another point related to the pleasures of reading variations. Jane Austen was definitely NOT a prude. She wrote about kissing, marriage and adultery, among other things. BUT she wrote about it in a 200 year old context. Variations are fun because they give us the juicy (or gory) details behind the veil. When Jane Austen says in P&P that "there wasn't a tradesman's daughter that hasn't been meddled with" by Wickham, that likely means he raped many women in Meryton--which means he was a blackguard of the first order. An interpretation of Miss Darcy's near-elopement with Wickham essentially makes Mrs. Yonge her pimp. What I'm saying is that issues of these sorts DID and still DO happen. And, Jane Austen wrote about them--in a 200 year old context. Perhaps it would have been unusual for a gentleman's daughter to be "meddled with" but it *could* have happened. The possibility exists. As to why Mr. Darcy didn't step in, we can look at it as either pragmatism or cowardice. Of course, if he had rushed in as a hero, the plot would have had to be entirely different. He might have died in a duel or a brawl. Or perhaps he has to choose between loyalty to Lizzy, who he wants to protect by hiding his presence in Meryton, and Maria, who he doesn't know. His cover would have been thoroughly blown if he marched in.Now let's look at a passage from one of the last chapters in P&P." Elizabeth, feeling all the more than common awkwardness and anxiety for his situation, now forced herself to speak; and immediately, though not very fluently, gave him to understand that her sentiments had undergone so material a change since the period to which he alluded as to make her receive with gratitude and pleasure his present assurances. The happiness which this reply produced was such as he had probably never felt before; and he expressed himself on the occasion as sensibly and as warmly as a man violently in love can be supposed to do. Had Elizabeth been able to encounter his eyes, she might have seen how well the expression of heartfelt delight, diffused over his face, became him; but though she could not look she could listen; and he told her of feelings which, in proving of what importance she was to him, made his affection every moment more valuable."What do you suppose Jane meant by "he expressed himself on the occasion as sensibly and as warmly as a man violently in love can be supposed to do"??? OBVIOUSLY he hissed her! They mashed! And then hugged. The next part confirms it. You just have to read between the lines:"Had Elizabeth been able to encounter his eyes, she might have seen how well the expression of heartfelt delight, diffused over his face, became him; but though she could not look she could listen; and he told her of feelings which, in proving of what importance she was to him, made his affection every moment more valuable."She couldn't look because first they were kissing (who kisses with their eyes open!?) and second, he was holding her close, so her face was in his chest while he spoke. We already know he is a tall man.What I'm saying is, people who think Jane Austen didn't deal with juicy or gory subjects have it all wrong. The content is there. You just have to know how to translate a 200 year old style into the modern day. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars A disappointing Mr. Bennet and too many subplots *by M***Y on Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2017* Writing: 4 StarsCharacters: 4 StarsPlot: 3 StarsEntertaining: 3.5 StarsRead Again? Not likely.What I love about Reynolds' books is that she takes the beloved characters of Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" and throws them into a "What if...?" variation of the story. However, with this book I feel she has blackened Mr. Bennet outside of his character -- making him mean-spirited, dishonest, and dishonorable. I feel that such a character could never have raised a woman as lovely as Elizabeth. I cannot forgive her the alteration. I also feel there were too many subplots: Mariah, Georgianna, Richard, Anne... Then there was no resolution regarding Jane and Mr. Bingley!I feel the book began well, but that the subplots have taken it off course. As a result, instead of a natural conclusion, I feel the end was patched and rushed. The subplots were also not explored to the fullest. Instead there was a lot of "telling"and not "showing".I think this book would have been better if Reynolds had one or two meaningful subplots that complemented the story. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Love this! *by I***N on Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2024* I like reading P & P variations but this one is near the top of my list. I don’t hate Elizabeth or Mr. Darcy at any point during the book which is a bonus for me. I don’t like it when one of them is made to be so unlovable for part of the book & then I’m suppose to love them & be happy they got together. It’s a fun, intriguing storyline. I like that they are drawn to each other early on in the book. Overall enjoyable, easy, happy read. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/14415343-alone-with-mr-darcy-a-pride-and-prejudice-variation-paperback](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/14415343-alone-with-mr-darcy-a-pride-and-prejudice-variation-paperback) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*