Moments Frozen in Time

A Pride and Prejudice Variation

De: Melissa Anne

Narrado por: Benjamin Fife, Elizabeth Grace

He meant to push her away. Instead, fate drew them closer.

Before the insult that could have shattered everything, something—an echo from the past—halts Fitzwilliam Darcy's tongue. In that moment, the course of his life changes.

In this Pride and Prejudice reimagining, delicately threaded with mystery, Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet form an unlikely friendship during his stay at Netherfield. What begins with wary conversations and unexpected smiles grows into something far more dangerous to their hearts. But just as they begin to trust each other completely, Elizabeth vanishes without a trace.

Determined to uncover who spirited her away and why, Darcy is drawn into a web of secrets, half-truths, and forces he can scarcely explain—guided only by the invisible bond that has always pulled them together.

Told in alternating first-person perspectives, Moments Frozen in Time is a tale of pride, perception, and the unseen ties that can bind two souls. It is a love story where past and present intertwine, where a single unsaid sentence changes everything, and where finding her may mean defying both society and the limits of the natural world.

Will Darcy's unshakeable resolve—and the bond he cannot name—be enough to bring her back? Or will she be lost to him forever?

Perfect for fans of heartfelt romance, this Austen variation has a twist and slow-burn tension edged with mystery.

©2025 Melissa Anne (P)2026 Podium Audio

Keeps getting better and better

I had the privilege of being able to ARC this story, but then borrowed it on KU to read it again. I have added this to my list to buy in the future.

As you can see from several of the other reviews, there is a little paranormal/supernatural element of this story, but it is very subtle yet immensely impactful.

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you or someone could stop Darcy before he made his famous insult at the assembly? Well, in this variation, you get to explore that possibility. From the spiritual realm Darcy‘s mother along with Elizabeth’s grandmother both remind each of lessons learned in the past. These reminders spared our favorite couple months if not years of anger, distrust, anxiety, and more. Through this prodding, Darcy comes to realize the treasure before him and starts to see Elizabeth and her sisters in a different light.

Then, of course, the villains arrive; some were a complete and utter surprise, but totally fit with the story.

One thing I love about Melissa Anne’s stories are that there’s usually very little conflict between Darcy and Elizabeth and I love that they come together sooner than later.

As you can tell from my opening comment, this is the second time I’ve read this, and it will not be the last.

UPDATE: the audiobook just came out & it is wonderful! Benjamin Fife & Elizabeth Grace both did a wonderful job.