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lifeand100books's review
4.0
It's always a wonderful feeling, when I found out Simonsen has a new book or novella out that revolves around Darcy & Elizabeth. She's one of my favorite JAFF authors and one I instantly purchase new material from.
Conversations with Mr. Darcy was a wonderful new addition to the genre, since it's something we don't get much of in Austen's original novel, "conversations with Mr. Darcy." He's the quiet, conceited man in the corner for much of P&P, so JAFF stories that give him a voice are often times my favorite ones. A glimpse into the man inside is often times eye opening. The grief and guilt he fears from Georgiana's Ramsgate episode, and the weight of the Darcy legacy are all things we know he felt, but to hear in his words his own emotions is powerful.
Another great story by Simonsen. I can only hope a full length novel is in the works, because I never want her works to end!
Conversations with Mr. Darcy was a wonderful new addition to the genre, since it's something we don't get much of in Austen's original novel, "conversations with Mr. Darcy." He's the quiet, conceited man in the corner for much of P&P, so JAFF stories that give him a voice are often times my favorite ones. A glimpse into the man inside is often times eye opening. The grief and guilt he fears from Georgiana's Ramsgate episode, and the weight of the Darcy legacy are all things we know he felt, but to hear in his words his own emotions is powerful.
Another great story by Simonsen. I can only hope a full length novel is in the works, because I never want her works to end!
octavietullier's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
2.0
elizabaum's review
3.0
This story was okay, but not my favorite. It involved extended conversations between various characters at key points during the story, all leading up to better understanding between all parties and a quicker resolution of things. I think my biggest issue is that some of these conversations added information that was pretty superfluous, so overall it felt like it only served to bloat the story--which is funny, since the whole thing is under 100 pages.
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