Yet another Jane Austen sequel that focusses on romance rather than the continuing relationship of the newlyweds. As expected, trials and tribulations abound. Elizabeth is kidnapped and of course rescued by her amazing husband who arrives just in the nick of time to save her from being ravaged by a disgruntled former employee. Darcy kills three men in one fell swoop and carries his lovely wife back to Pemberley, whereupon he nurses her back to health.
All the elements of a classic romance are in evidence - damsel in distress, jealousy, love, war, and separation followed by a romantic reunion and twins. Again, the characters are the ones we've grown to know and love from Pride and Prejudice, but any similarities end with their names. A host of new characters are introduced, mainly employees at Darcy's Pemberley estate as well as the revelation of some secrets from Darcy's past. Many of the men are revealed to have had affairs, even doting Mr. Bingley, who cheats on his wife and has a child with another woman.
Pride and Prejudice is no longer the theme here, rather fickleness, deceipt and infidelity. Those who love a great romance novel will not be disappointed but die-hard Austen fans will find little to redeem this lengthy work.
