A Wilful Misunderstanding

A Pride & Prejudice Variation

By: Amy D'Orazio

Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman

The moment he saw her at the assembly in Meryton, he knew he loved her.

When Fitzwilliam Darcy meets Elizabeth bennet in the fateful autumn of 1811, their mutual infatuation is immediate and undeniable. Within months, they are married and spend a blissful winter at Pemberley, falling more deeply in love with each other than either might have imagined possible. But spring in London proves more challenging to them. Accident and artifice join to devastating effect for the young couple, destroying their felicity and creating an outcome neither might have imagined.

Two years later, happenstance reunites them. Sorrow and anger have built walls between them but the love they once shared still remains. Will it be enough to conquer the sins of the past? Is the love they still hold within them strong enough to prevail over the anger and mistrust that tore them apart?

©2020 Amy D'Orazio (P)2020 Amy D'Orazio

Stick with it. Worth it all!

Amy D'Orazio either writes stories that make me snort my drink from laughter, or bring tears to my eyes. This is the latter. ODC do get their HEA, but it is hard earned.

Love at first sight unfortunately turns sour due to the actions of a completely evil (imagined) love rival, and unreasonable jealousy. Darcy refuses to talk at first, then later it is Elizabeth's turn to be stubborn. Frustrating and heartbreaking with a few moments of slight happiness which eventually turn to an astounding reckoning that finally is the catalyst to happiness.

This is a tough story to listen to, but stick with it. The troublemakers get their just desserts and there is much happiness by the end. I was both happy when the story ended, and sad that it was over. I have listened to it a couple times and it touches me the same each time.

Stevie Zimmerman is, of course, excellent as ever.

Really upping the evil bent of the antagonists

This was charming and dark, but I did find Elizabeth’s forgiveness of the liars a bit hard to swallow. Additionally, the author plays fast and loose with the verbal dexterity of toddlers.

Bravo!

Re-read over and over...loved it in every way. Also, Ms. Zimmerman is SUPERB! I look forward for more!

Loved it

I loved this story! Needed a box of tissues, though. Lots of angst! Will be re-listening to this one.

An emotionally complex story

The relationships of all five sisters, and Miss Bingley are visited here. Plus the wonderful Viscount Saye plays his part. He is one of my favorite new and recurring characters from Ms D'Arrizio.
The primary story of Lizzie and Darcy is deeper and more complex than many books. The struggles that bring this about are emotional and feel true to anyone who has doubted a lover or spouse. A great read.