Monday, October 15, 2012

Pride and Prejudice: A Royal Disposition By Amy Cecil

What if Elizabeth listens to Lady Catherine’s tirade about how Elizabeth’s low rank and connections would disgrace the Darcy name, and they would be shunned by family and friends? Would Elizabeth break their engagement to protect Darcy and Georgiana from disgrace?

That is what happen’s in Pride and Prejudice: A Royal Disposition. Early on in the story, we learn that Elizabeth is not a Bennet, but the daughter of Prince Fredrick, the Duke of York. She is of royalty and out ranks Darcy.  Elizabeth doesn't know this, and she thinks she is the daughter of Mr. Bennet’s deceased sister. Mr. Bennet has kept this secret even from his wife.


Elizabeth, fearing that Darcy will come to resent her, believes she is doing the right thing by breaking their engagement. When Darcy learns the secret of Elizabeth’s true identity, he patiently waits to reveal the truth for the right time. The question is, will the truth bring them back together or will it drive them further apart?

I liked how the first time Elizabeth sees Darcy at the Meryton Assembly she is drawn to him. She is able to discern that underneath that proud, disagreeable surface is a strong and honorable man. She was also able to see right through Wickham’s lies.

I liked the Duke, and his story with Lady Sophia, Elizabeth’s biological mother. Lady Sophia was the Duke’s true love, but to build an alliance with Prussia, King George commanded that the Duke marry his cousin Charlotte. That was a decision the Duke would regret the rest of his life.

The storyline was enjoyable. I liked Elizabeth being royalty, and the obstacles that Darcy and Elizabeth face, but, unfortunately, I felt the story lacked emotion, and obstacles that Elizabeth and Darcy faced were removed too easily. I would have like to see Mr. Bennet or the Duke get mad at Darcy for interfering. Everything just went along at an even keel.

I did enjoy the story. There are some interesting twists and turns. I look forward to reading Amy Cecil’s next novel, Relentless Considerations -- A Tale of Pride and Prejudice.


3 out of 5 stars

I won my copy of this book from Darcyholic Diversions.

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Any thoughts? I'd love to hear from you!

12 comments:

  1. Candy, this sounds like an interesting book. I enjoy it when authors add new elements, like Elizabeth being born to royalty! Makes for a unique, and hopefully entertaining read! You have me interested!
    Great review!! :)

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    1. Thanks, Jakki! I love how creative authors can be to come up with so many new twists and turns to a story! It's amazing!

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  2. Thanks for the review. I've read the kindle sample and it looks promising, will catch it if I can, but there is so much out there that I need to read, :-)

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    1. Hi Ceri, It is good. I do hope you get a chance to read it sometime. I would love to hear what your thoughts are!

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  3. Loved this story. Shut Lady Catherine right up, lol.

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    1. Hi Lisamartha! I'm so glad you loved this story! Yes, I agree with you, Lady Catherine needs to shut up! LOL! And Mr. Collins was rather spiteful in this.

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  4. I truly enjoyed the story. It did run along fairly smoothly but I did find it hard to put down. Sometimes I am in the mood for something that has less angst. (and sometimes I'm not! :) ) I loved the premise of this book and did find the Duke and Lady Sophia's love story handled beautifully. The Duke was a very likable character. I was impressed with Amy Cecil's first book and look forward to more from her.

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    1. Hi Janet! Yes, I think you are right, it really depends on what kind of mood I'm in, sometimes a nice, happy story is just what I need. Thank you so much for commenting! I love hearing what others think about a book. :)

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  5. I do love a good Jane Austen variation story. I am going to have to add this to my want to read pile!

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    1. Hi Buckeye Girl! JA variation stories are my favorite! I don't think I could ever get tired of them! Thanks for stopping by!

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  6. Nice balanced review! Ive had this on kindle for a bit but have yet to read it. It's good to know it's less angsty - sometimes I have angst-weenie phases and just need that. Lol I am wondering how Darcy discovered her true parentage before Lizzy did, and how in the world the daughter of a duke would end up with the Bennets. I can only imagine Collins's and Lady C's reactions.

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    1. Thanks, Monica! Yeah, sometimes less angsty is good! :) I hope you enjoy it!

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