Darcy and Elizabeth's Dreams of Redemption

De: Melissa Anne

Narrado por: Harry Frost, Elizabeth Grace

After leaving Netherfield, Fitzwilliam Darcy hopes to escape the memory of Elizabeth Bennet.

Yet, he cannot escape her in his dreams, where she angrily rejects his suit. As these dreams seem partially prophetic, Darcy begins to reconsider his actions in Hertfordshire.

Unbeknownst to him, Elizabeth is experiencing similar dreams, seeing a different side of Darcy than the haughty demeanor he initially displayed. When they meet again in Kent, their reunion is unexpectedly amiable especially as they come to realize they shared a dream of the future.

However, both families have those determined to keep them apart. Will their dreams unite them or drive them further apart? Join our dear couple as they fight against those who would make their dreams a nightmare.

©2024 Melissa Anne (P)2024 Podium Audio

Mutual Premonition

The title is clever. The premise is an atypical post Horrible Proposal story. Instead of the event actually taking place both Elizabeth and Darcy have dreams about the that meeting and both are horrified by how they acted or reacted. Both are determined to do better than their own dreams.

This version has an over-the-top indolent and greedy Mr Bennet which seems to be really popular right now. The story was dramatic with some clever maneuvering to get the Bennet sisters secretly away from their parents for their own safety and a better chance at life with educational opportunities. Villains were thwarted and got their comeuppance.

I think I would have liked it more had the author used that initial plot device more often throughout the story and used it to eliminate one of the villains.

It’s solid JAFF, well constructed story with two great narrators.

Good if you've exhausted your options

This was enjoyable, but I wouldn't put it in a favorite category. The story was familiar in some ways that I felt I've read before in others, but it also had elements that were completely new. I know that this JAFF category is vast, so having unique storylines is in itself a win. I feel like the writing style was a bit generic and jumped from thought to thought a bit randomly, I also love great dialogue in my JAFF, and I felt like it was a bit bland in this story. That said, it was nice and long and overall it came together well. For me it was not immersive and emotional, it was generally entertaining, so worth a credit. But this is not one of the ones I will jump back to listening to over and over.

Another reason this is not a repeat listen is the narration. Harry Frost is amazing!!! I love his quirky reading style, Elizabeth Grace on the other hand has a really heavy reading voice, and although I have enjoyed her narration in other books, the mix of the 2 different styles in the book did not at all work for me. HF should have narrated the entire book, it would have felt more cohesive and probably would have made the book more enjoyable.

Enjoyable

Darcy and Elizabeth settled their misunderstandings very early on in the story. But they had many problems to deal with before they got their HEA. A few too many for me, but still somehow a little too easily resolved. The dual narration was very good.

Beautiful story

I love a goid story where Darcy and Elizabeth come together early and instead of facing the angst between themselves it's them against the world. If you enjoy stories like this as well I highly recommend. Harry and Elizabeth are both two of my favorite narrators and to get them together was a special treat.

Great story

This was a long story. Detailed. Well written. This audio book was narrated by two. Well done. Great Jaff.

Wonderful Premise with Precognitive Dreams!

This was a sweet Elizabeth and Darcy story. It was them against the world. This story had a dastardly Wickham and a bad Mr Bennet. Caroline and Lady Catherine were full tilt evil. Harry Frost and Elizabeth Grace gave an amazing performance. This book goes Stratton the top of my favorite list.

The perspective of the story telling, it was like hearing it from a rubic cube view.

Nothing at all. Story was great, narrators were very good for this story. I enjoyed it.

The dream part a little weak

The dream part played a role but not a significant one. However the story was interesting and the angst did not go on and on, as it does in some stories.

Dreams

Pride and Prejudice variations with a supernatural element have a strong appeal to my reading taste, kind of like decadent dark chocolate. In this book Elizabeth and Darcy begin sharing dreams that seem to be prophetic after the events following Bingley’s Netherfield Ball. Separately they each recognize their own mistakes and misconceptions, resulting in earlier respect for each other. Their romance blooms quickly in Hunsford, and they combine forces to tackle problems. Although they apparently continue to share these dreams, that aspect is downplayed to almost an afterthought. I would have enjoyed more of that and less of Mr. Bennet’s petty personality. Still, it was enjoyable and the narration was quite well done.

prophetic dreams

With prophetic dreams, they can help one look at things from a different perspective and hopefully correct anything that is needed. Darcy and Elizabeth, both separately experienced dreams that shock them both. Because of these dreams, they both start to reevaluate their positions, beliefs, prejudices and pride. When Darcy and Elizabeth meet again in Kent, they were able to figure out they both had dreamed the same dream. With this opening, they were able to have deep and important conversations. Honest conversations was one thing that was missing in the original. We have read many JAFF that have these characters having conversation instead of the arguments and distain in the original. What a difference it can make. In this story I so enjoyed when Darcy asked Bingley what he and Jane talk about. He replies “This and that. We speak of the weather, her sisters, my sisters, the neighbors….” Darcy is dumbfounded with Bingley even after Darcy gives examples of deeper topics that include shared values and ideals. Bingley is speechless. This is how I often see the original Bingley. I do like Elizabeth’s uncles and how they do a much better job of protecting their nieces then either of their parents. They also support Darcy and Elizabeth and how to deal with a not “good”/selfish Mr. Bennet. Dreams continue to be a factor throughout the story as Darcy and Elizabeth continue their journey.
4.5 stars rounded up to 5. I had the privilege of being a beta reader on this story. I then also borrowed it on Kindle unlimited and definitely liked the improvements that the author did. Will I read it again? Yes, I will.

Audiobook - With Harry Frost & Elizabeth Grace narrating the story made an enjoyable story even better!!! These are two of my favorite JAFF narrators and to have them paired up is wonderful.