For Love Apart

A Pride and Prejudice Variation Duology

De: Julie Cooper, Frances Reynolds

Narrado por: Stevie Zimmerman

For Love Apart is a collection of two previously published Pride and Prejudice novellas

Irresistibly Alone by Julie Cooper

UNTIL THE DAY of the Netherfield Ball, Elizabeth Bennet’s greatest concerns are wondering who might partner with her for a dance and the likely ruin of her shoe roses after she stands up with Mr. Collins. A death in the neighbourhood changes everything, including her belief in the benevolence of the father she has always adored. Suddenly, she alone holds the means of salvation for her family’s future. Alas, what is required of her is marriage to a man old enough to be her grandfather.

FITZWILLIAM DARCY REGRETTED insulting the lovely Elizabeth Bennet—but not enough to apologise. After all, raising the hopes of such an ineligible young lady would be improper and unkind. That night at Netherfield, however, he not only discovers Elizabeth’s future is tragically decided, but he begins to see a depth of grace and courage in her that he has never known in another.

The Wallflower by Frances Reynolds

ELIZABETH BENNET and her sister Jane have come to London in the autumn at the invitation of their uncle. Elizabeth, initially delighted by the novelty of new acquaintances and experiences in London, dislikes one proud, conceited, and unfairly handsome Mr Darcy who renders a grievous insult to her at one of their first meetings. Alas, the social downfall of this insult is rapid and severe for Elizabeth.

FITZWILLIAM DARCY regrets his intemperate words and wishes everyone would allow them to be forgot. Alas, with Charles Bingley set on winning Jane Bennet's heart and hand, and his noble uncle eager to further an acquaintance with the Gardiners, he will have to do more than merely wish. He will have to admit that a young lady left sitting without a dance partner may still be very tempting indeed.

©2023 Frances Reynolds and Julie Cooper (P)2024 Quills & Quartos Publishing

Duology fan

Always enjoy listening to this narrator and like how both these authors develop characters. Have read the books before but enjoyed listening to them as I went on my morning walks. Always enjoy variations with the Gardiners highly involved. Enjoyed the time spent on Jane's romance. Sorry Jane is given the personality of submissive/weak younger sister instead of being a protective older sister. Course, even according to Austen, this seemed a pattern on the Bennet family.

Great storytellers

Great narrator paired with two great storytellers. Total delight and way to recommend. Love the two stories in one publication.

Great P&P duology by two excellent authors

It’s wonderful that Quills & Quartos Publishing has released this audiobook duology featuring two excellent Pride and Prejudice variation novellas by two very talented authors, Julie Cooper and Frances Reynolds, and narrated by the best of narrators, Stevie Zimmerman. Her narration and performance is always stellar and never ever disappoints.


Irresistably Alone, written by Julie Cooper
This book is everything a Pride and Prejudice variation should be. Julie Cooper, in this unputdownable novella, has written a perfect love story in the truest sense of those words. Oh my, I wish I could give it ten stars.

The Wallflower, written by Frances Reynolds
In this dual Elizabeth/Darcy POV novella-length book, Frances Reynolds cleverly lets us see just what each of them is feeling or thinking as the plot unfolds. ‘The Wallflower’ is a very satisfying read and is well written and edited. I highly recommend it.

Well written and well narrated

Both stories in this duology are entertaining and engaging, which is unusual as normally a strong story is paired with a weaker one. both maintained my interest and left me both satisfied with their conclusion and wanting to enjoy more of each story.

Two great stories

Both stories were very enjoyable but Irresistibly Alone by Julie Cooper was truly wonderful. Darcy was most heroic and caring, truly swoon worthy.
In Wallflower by Francis Reynolds - Elizabeth stands out with her nature to try to find happiness in trying circumstances. Circumstances that were of course caused by Darcy. But as usual he realizes his error and sets out to make amends. Stevie Zimmerman as always gives a perfect performance.

2 Very Good P&P Variations with Excellent Reader

First story has a horrible Mr B. As I prefer the variations which show him in a better light than JA, I really disliked this characterization, but it creates great trepidation for Lizzy’s future. Loved the way Mr Darcy was portrayed. A very enjoyable story. In the second variation, Mr Darcy is extremely unlikeable, but that makes for more riveting tales. Elizabeth’s situation in London - after Mr Darcy’s insult - is original in my experience. I liked this story, too. And Stevie Z is Always excellent.

Lovely

I really liked these two Novelas when they were first published, and the audiobooks really add life to them. Thank you, Stevie Zimmerman, for two more fine performances.

Two stories in one WONDERFUL audiobook

I thought I wrote a review when I finished this book a month ago but guess it didn't go through. First off, this is two different stories written by two authors (Julie Cooper & Frances Reynolds). I have both of these books (one in physical & the other in ebook format). I enjoyed both prior to the audiobook's release. I liked "The Walflower" but I was more emotional with "Irresistibly Alone" by Julie Cooper. This audiobook narrated by Stevie Zimmerman took both stories up to a higher level - Thank you Stevie for the phenomenal performance!!! You can read the description given for each story so I dont have to share more about that. Both are relatively shorter stories but dont let that stop you from taking the time to listen to this audiobook (or read the books if you dont do audio). I love both stories even more especially "Irresistibly Alone"! This story alone is worth the audiobook.

mixed bag

Irresistibly Alone by Julie Cooper

It's official. I don't like bad Mr. Bennett trope variations. I far prefer his sardonic teasing and knowing glances with Elizabeth. I'm also not a fan of higher angst stories so this one had two strikes against it.
I did fully enjoy poor Mr. Darcy's character as he went out of his way to show kindness in a situation that cannot benefit himself. I liked that Elizabeth tries to gain a positive attitude about her unfortunate situation. And I loved thoughtful Mary. I feared she would make a different choice since I could argue it in both directions and have a satisfactory reason for either decision but I was ever so happy to see her choose as I wanted her to.
Even though I didn't love the trope I liked the story well enough to try another book by this author if there is something less angsty to suit me better. 3 stars



The Wallflower by Frances Reynolds
I'm a little conflicted about how I want to rate this. I enjoyed the story overall but Darcy's jerk behavior has far reaching consequences that he did little to repair. I was disappointed in him not feeling duty bound to make amends for his behavior. There is still a HEA in the end but Elizabeth did have some suffering to deal with because of Darcy. So basically, I liked the story but hated a character's behavior. 4.5 stars

I listened to the audiobook and Stevie Zimmerman's narration was fabulous as usual.

short and sweet

I liked the first book better than the second book. Darcy was very nice in the first book and he made the Folly so comfy for Elizabeth. I wanted to visit the Folly too. Stevie Zimmerman was very good as usual.