A cross between 'Pride and Prejudice' and 'A Christmas Carole'--'Fitzwilliam Ebenezer Darcy' takes the best of both classics and spins them into a delightful holiday treat.
'Pride and Prejudice' meets 'A Christmas Carol' A Jane Austen/Charles Dickens crossover story, 'Fitzwilliam Ebenezer Darcy' takes the best of both classics and spins them into a delightful Holiday treat! F.E. Darcy has fallen into pitiful self-loathing and sorrowful angst-ridden despair; all of this due to his belief that he has lost forever the chance to marry the only woman he has ever loved—Elizabeth Bennet. Seeing her son in such a state, the Ghost of Anne Darcy reaches out to him; informing him that three ghosts would visit him and give him hope. Will these Spirits provide him with the courage to try again to win the esteem of his one true soul mate? Barbara Tiller Cole, an Atlanta native and the writer of the popular book 'White Lies and Other Half Truths', presents this family friendly classic—a delightful combination of the best of her two favorite authors, Jane Austen and Charles Dickens. Barbara credits her parents with fostering a love for both of these authors. Each Christmas, Barbara’s father would sit and read Dicken’s classic 'A Christmas Carol' to the family. Her mother consistently challenged her to improve her mind by extensive reading, Jane Austen style. This book is dedicated to the memory of Cliff and Jeanne and the season they loved the best.
Professional Reviews
So Little Time...So Much to Reach
Fitzwilliam Ebenezer Darcy is a mash up of Pride and Prejudice and A Christmas Carol. I loved this! When I first saw this book I thought it was a great idea and it didn't let me down!
Darcy is a miserable man. He has lost the woman that he loves. He fears Elizabeth can never forgive him for Lydia's marriage to Wickham. He feels, if he had just told the truth about Wickham this never could have happened!
It is nearly Christmas and Darcy sits in his study, drinking himself into oblivion. After falling asleep he is visited by the ghost of his mother, Anne Darcy. Who has come to tell him he needs to change his ways or suffer the consequences. She tells him that he will be visited by three other ghosts before the night is through. The ghosts of the past, present and future. One of the ghosts is Darcy's father, I really liked how he was able to address some of the issues between them.
I loved when Darcy witnesses Elizabeth's reaction to his comment about her not being tolerable. I also like how we learn a little bit about how things are going for Lydia and Wickham. We find out what life could be like for both Elizabeth and Georgiana.
Although, this is a short story (on my kindle only 1122 locations) it is a very fun read!
Little Gem for JAFF lovers at Christmas - a delight!
This tale presents an intriguing, unique approach to Darcy's deliverance from his well-known misunderstanding of our dear Lizzy. Told completely from Darcy's point of view, it gives rare glimpses into his boyhood and those who love him. Humor and tenderness relieve the angst created by his despair and make this crossover story memorable and touching. I'm tempted, but won't reveal all the clever twists she weaves in to keep this telling of two favorites from being predictable or trite.
What this story lacks in length, it MORE than makes up for in charm. I can't think of a better gift for anyone who loves Pride and Prejudice - whether ebook or soft cover (I choose these as gifts for cozy, by-the-fire reads) - it is sure to please.
As Tiny Tim would say, "God Bless Us Everyone!", and Ms. Cole certainly has done that.
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