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Fortune & Felicity: A Pride & Prejudice Variation (Variations on Pride and Prejudice) Kindle Edition

by Monica Fairview (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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In this Pride & Prejudice variation, Elizabeth and Darcy have a second chance to get things right. Will they be able to come together this time, or will pride intervene yet again?

Seven years after Darcy’s disastrous proposal, Darcy is in need, not of a wife, but of a governess for his young daughter. Imagine his surprise when he discovers Elizabeth Bennet on the list of possible candidates provided by the employment agency. The question is, should he take her on as a governess, or would he be playing with fire?

Elizabeth Bennet is forced by her reduced circumstances to take on a position. However, when Mr. Darcy invites her for an interview, she is embarrassed and humiliated. How could she possibly live under the same roof as the man she had rejected so strongly seven years ago? Whatever decision she makes, there will be a high price to pay… one way or the other.

Fortune and Felicity is a Jane Austen variation set seven years after Darcy's original proposal. It is rated as sweet.

Praise for Fortune and Felicity

"the perfect mixture of humor, romance, realism, fairy tale, and, naturally, Pride and Prejudice." Debbie Brown, Austenprose
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    April 28, 2020
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B086MJ4LRR
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ White Soup Press; 1st edition (April 28, 2020)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 28, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1522 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 309 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 716 ratings

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Author of Pride and Prejudice variations and Magical Austenesque fantasy, Monica Fairview has been publishing since 2009. In the past, she worked as a literature professor and an acupuncturist. Now she spends her life in 19th century England, interacting with strong ladies in bonnets and handsome gentlemen in cravats and waistcoats. 

Born in London, Monica lived in the USA for many years. She now resides close to Box Hill, where Jane Austen's Emma went for a picnic.

Monica loves to read until past midnight, chuckle, and visit historical places. Sometimes she enjoys doing nothing at all.

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E.Owens
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful variation
Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2023
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This author is very talented at developing the story. From beginning to end it was well developed, with characters evolving and the love between Darcy and Elizabeth growing. I love that he finally said the right words to Elizabeth!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Good variation
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2023
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The misunderstandings were rather drawn but the story was good. I did not like the last pages they rather spoilt the aura of joy - it wiped out something beautiful with something base. What made the author add it? Did she think it romantic?
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Sheila Schwartz
5.0 out of 5 stars Forgiven at last
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2023
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I loved this alternate variation though at times my heart began to beat uncomfortably with the misunderstandings and miscommunication that kept occurring. Thank goodness for Kathy!
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Isabel Cerchiaro
3.0 out of 5 stars better than I expected
Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2024
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Although there were times I despaired because people couldn’t see what was right in front of their eyes, the end convinced me that the book was worth reading.
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JGS
4.0 out of 5 stars Lizzy is hired as a governess for Mr. Darcy’s child
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2020
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I’m not a fan of the Lizzy is the governess hired by Darcy trope. Going from governess to Mrs. Darcy always feels patched together. It’s still true in the story here.

An ok story with tons of possibilities but imho it could have been so much better. We all know there is going to be an HEA so to make a fun story it would have been nice if the plot time was increased with more about Darcy, Lizzy and Kathy, his child. We get some moment between the 3 but it all feels secondary to the main plot which is the angst of misunderstandings and how can a governess slide into the position of wife without ruining the Darcy name.

3.5 stars rounded up to 4 stars because it is a Kindle Unlimited book publish during the Coronavirus pandemic and an ok book now is as good as good book any other time.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2023
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Very enjoyable variation. Well developed storyline starting with misfortune for Elizabeth and unfortunate circumstances for Darcy. The eventual disparity in their circumstances is underscored when Darcy hires Elizabeth as a governess for his daughter. Miss Bingley is a first class villain, but eventually every wrong is righted in the HEA.
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Sue
5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2023
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This is just terrific! The story is engrossing and so very well paced. The plot is original, and there are several excellent new characters. Prepare yourself -- it's hard to put down.
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A Lady
4.0 out of 5 stars Top Knotch
Reviewed in the United States on May 28, 2020
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I didn’t think I would like his one very much but I do. Characters are well developed and true to Austen, plot is strong, and story is well written. Downside: Too short! Also, the absence of the Colonel is never explained....did he die? Lady Catherine also seems vacant from story as surely her character would be forever meddling in her granddaughter’s life. What about Wickham? He abandoned Lydia, but would his character have simply disappeared from tormenting Darcy over he last 7 years? As I said, story was too short — one star off, but kudos to the author for a Variation well worth the read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story
Reviewed in Brazil on August 2, 2020
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I loved this story! The plotline and the original characters (Georgiana's husband and Kathy) were definitely the highlight of this variation. I also really enjoyed the way Darcy and Elizabeth were portrayed, it was very faithful to the original book.
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Ruthran
5.0 out of 5 stars Smartly written and romantic
Reviewed in Canada on June 23, 2020
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Darcy and Elizabeth haven't seen each other for 7 years and both have been married and lost their spouses. Elizabeth has decided she must make her own way and decides she will become a governess. She ends up in Mr. Darcy's household looking after his very difficult young daughter and has to deal with many kinds of prejudice. A conniving Miss Bingley is part of this tale. A great book from beginning to end.
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GeorgS
5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful!
Reviewed in Germany on September 29, 2020
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One of the best variations I have read for a long time. E is strong, kind and couragous as we love her and D rediscovers his longing for her. His sister and her husband are an unexpected treat. Although the book cites passages from the original at appropriate Moments it is also full is new details and Charakters, creating a lovely background. Also, I enjoyed the portrayal of Kathy very much.
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Jean
5.0 out of 5 stars a beautiful story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 1, 2020
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I loved this story from a supreme storyteller. Monica first introduced me to P&P variations quite a few years ago and I've enjoyed reading her novels so much. In this Lizzy has come down in the world, she rejected Collins of course and at Hunsford rejected Darcy. He didn't give her a letter to explain and felt he must submit to duty and marry Anne. Thus Bingley never went back to Netherfield, Mr Bennet died and Collins took over Longbourn. Elizabeth, living with Jane's family, felt the need to make her own way and decided to become a governess - and Darcy just needs a governess for his young daughter after his wife died. It was lovely seeing Lizzy gradually becoming aware of her feelings as Darcy realised that he hadn't banished Lizzy from his heart. Cathy is a little madam but Lizzy breaks down her resistance. Georgie has matured and married a very nice gentleman and a misguided attempt to help sparks heartbreak, amply helped by Caroline though she gets a magnificent dressing down. All in all a fantastic read which I thoroughly recommend.
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Liberty99
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent P & P variation
Reviewed in Australia on May 7, 2020
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This variation on Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice takes a journey into an alternative future, with a hint of Jane Eyre and a healthy dash of romance and pent-up passion. Thoroughly enjoyable! Now, what other books can I find by Monica Fairview...
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