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Mr. Bennet's Dutiful Daughter
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 11 hrs and 56 mins
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Publisher's summary
When Colonel Fitzwilliam's disclosures are interrupted by the bearer of distressing news from Longbourn, Miss Elizabeth Bennet is compelled to accept an offer she would have otherwise dismissed out of hand. An offer of marriage from the all-too-proud Mr. Darcy. Yet how is she to live with a husband she hardly knows and does not love? Will she continue to feel trapped in a marriage of convenience while events conspire to divide them? Or would love grow as, day by day and hour after hour, she learns to understand the man she married, before she loses his trust and his heart?
(Given the "early marriage" premise, the issue of growing affection and intimacy is central to the story. The relevant scenes are not graphic, but the novel does address mature themes.)
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- Hilary
- 06-26-17
Not the Elizabeth from the original P&P
Struggled to finish it. I spent most of the book waiting for the Elizabeth we know and love to show up. Instead you get this submissive, whiney woman who won't stand up for herself or her family. Yes there are a few times when they argue but she never puts up much of a fight.
The ending is horrible. Darcy goes from being this loving man to an ice-cold and heartless jerk. He wasn't even this cruel to Wickham and yet he's going to treat the woman he loves this way. I finally skipped the final chapters to get to the end. Very disappointed, would not recommend.
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- HeatherY
- 06-14-17
Heart-wrenching and Emotional P&P Variation
"Serve and obey, a terrifying burden when one cannot also love and honor. How could she sacrifice herself thus?"
In this Pride and Prejudice variation, Col Fitzwilliam's revelation of Darcy's interference in Bingley and Jane's budding romance is interrupted by a letter from Longbourn with disastrous news. Mr. Bennet has been struck down by an apoplectic fit and lies at death's door. Darcy recognizes that Mr. Collins will cast out the Bennet family the moment Mr. Bennet passes and immediately proposes to Lizzy. His proposal is tempered with apologies for the timing and kindness in his consideration of her current condition. He offers to convey her to Longbourn and on the way Lizzy considers his offer.
Lizzy only knows that Darcy is cold and capable of cruelty to those once considered friends, she believes that he is a proud and reserved man. But she also perceives the love he has for her and the closeness and companionship he shares with Bingley and Fitzwilliam. She recognizes the advantages to her family, and that close association with Bingley may bring him back to Jane. Lizzy agrees to marry him, and Darcy is overcome with joy. But simply saying "yes" can't solve their problems. Lizzy struggles in a marriage of unequal affections, and Darcy wonders what happened to the lively and charming girl he fell in love with.
Poor Lizzy! and poor Darcy! Without Lizzy's words of refusal to dispel Darcy's pride, and Darcy's letter to clear up her misconceptions, Lizzy continues to willfully misunderstand Darcy and he remains blissfully unaware of her true feelings of disapprobation. Darcy makes blunder after blunder and repeatedly insults her family, while Lizzy rails at her lack of choice in the marriage but won't speak up for herself. Both of them are the losers in this situation. Things finally come to a head after Darcy learns that Lizzy didn't marry him for love, and their woeful failure to communicate leads to some of the most heartbreaking scenes in any P&P variation I've read.
The author made me feel Lizzy and Darcy's pain deeply, the emotional turmoil she created was incredible. I spent chapters unable to work because I was blinded by tears, and I haven't been able to begin a new book yet. This isn't a lighthearted or frothy read, but a well written novel about love grown through gratitude and two very different people coming to understand each other. Ms. Starnes' writing was impeccable, and she lifted my heart with warm loving scenes between our couple, then ripped it out of my chest with wrenching descriptions of their pain.
Who better to narrate this beautiful retelling than Stevie Zimmerman? Her voice is quickly becoming synonymous with Pride & Prejudice to me. She is able to masterfully perform the male character's voices, and her normal speaking voice is so pleasant. She has the perfect accent, tone, and voice for each character. They came alive and lived and loved through my speakers.
I received a copy of the audiobook in exchange for an honest review. I have this book on my reread list, and it is well worth an audible credit.
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- Maya
- 06-06-17
Beautifully written and elegantly narrated.
If you could sum up Mr. Bennet's Dutiful Daughter in three words, what would they be?
Eloquent, elegant and intriguing
What did you like best about this story?
A completely different take on P & P which managed to tell a totally different story but still be authentic, period appropriate, and really sensitive
What about Stevie Zimmerman’s performance did you like?
Stevie's voices and accents are impeccable. You believe every conversation and hear the characters come to life completely. She can be funny and sad and serious and joyous.
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- Coke Drinker
- 06-04-17
Wonderful Story!
Great Pride and Prejudice love story with a different twist. Lots of passion, a struggle for trust and acceptance with a happy ending.
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- Sherrie Jones
- 09-28-20
WOW! I LOVE this one!!!
I’ve read (listened to) a lot of these JAFF stories lately and this one took me by surprise. Lizzy marries Darcy early to protect her family. At the time of her marriage she is still suspicious of his character. She slowly learns he may be more than he seems as she still battles her preconceived impressions of him.
Then it all falls apart, dramatically, leaving both Lizzy and Darcy in turmoil.
This is not a Mr.Darcy I’ve ever met before. I’m both angry at him and heartbroken for them both. Ms. Starnes has turned up the volume on our characters in this one resulting in a story that left me in tears. I’ve actually listened to it again since I first wrote the review and, even though I knew what was coming, I still ended up in tears.
Stevie Zimmerman again does an outstanding job of bringing the words to life. I saw another review,of a different story, say that Ms. Zimmerman IS Lizzy and Darcy and I firmly agree! Her talents are well above par!
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- Christina Boyd
- 01-07-18
Joana Starnes is amongst the best!
Author Joana Starnes delivers another exquisite story—and narrator Stevie Zimmerman is lovely as always. This is one audiobook I revisit often. Easy to recommend this story. Not to be missed.
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- Bethany
- 10-02-17
Hated it
I had high hopes for both the story and the narrator. I hoped, believed that both would get better. Instead I found myself listening as one watches a sad story on the news... shaking my head with disbelief. Major plot lines from Pride & Prejudice are missing and the entire last hour is devoted to a servant whom we never even meet in the book. Awful. Avoid this audiobook!
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- AvidReaders
- 07-29-17
Surprising twists and turn
This book starts in Kent when Darcy proposes to Elizabeth. Right before the proposal, Elizabeth learns that her father is seriously ill and she accepts Darcy's proposal to provide her family with security. The story proceeds as expected with Darcy showing what a good,kind and thoughtful person he really is (with some proud and haughty thrown in to keep the reader entertained). Elizabeth's opinion of Darcy, of course, begins to change and I thought our couple was home free when Elizabeth says those three little words. Much to my surprise (and absolute delight) Ms. Starnes threw in a Jane Austen worthy Hunsford moment. The pain and anguish of Darcy and Elizabeth was riveting and the narrator made me feel the emotions even more so. I can honestly say that I am glad I listened to this book on audio before I read it. One of my all time favorites.
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- Karla
- 07-19-17
Beautifully written
I must say out of all the Pride and Prejudice variations I have listened to, this book has got to be by far, the most realistically written. The character growth is masterfully done, especially Mr. Bingley.
Such a marvelous book! I have nothing but praise for the author.
Well worth the read/listen
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- Carol T.
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A must read or listen
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- Book Worm 93
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Beautifully written, wonderfully told!
Where does Mr. Bennet's Dutiful Daughter rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
This story is fantastic but so sad at the same time. Mr Darcy proposes to Elizabeth when he learns her father is seriously ill and not likely to survive. He protects her and her family whilst declaring himself in love with her. Elizabeth realises she doesn't know him at all and the reader hears all of her conflicting thoughts as her husband praises and insults her - often in the same sentence! Elizabeth has such a difficult time trying to figure out his character. At times he is kind and thoughtful, at other times he is nothing short of awful. As if this is not bad enough, a further misunderstanding occurs in which seems the couple are destined for misery. I felt so sorry for Elizabeth. A real highlight of the story is the stern telling off Darcy receives from Bingley.
Who was your favorite character and why?
I really liked this version of Elizabeth as she tries to be a good wife to such a difficult and complex husband. Colonel Fitzwilliam is briiliant and Mr Bingley is a real hero. This story focuses very much on Darcy and Elizabeth, particularly her inner thoughts which really adds depth to her character. The reader introduced to the reflections of Mrs Reynolds which adds more breadth to the story and was a really nice addition.
What does Stevie Zimmerman bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
Stevie Zimmerman is clearly a very talented lady! Her speaking voice is lovely to listen to as it is calm and clear with expression in all the right places. All her character voices are distinct and really good. Mr Darcy's voice is slow and considered, the Colonel has a more cheery inflection and Elizabeth sounds constantly confused!! All the voices are in keeping with what we know about the characters and reflect their feelings about each of their circumstances. I felt that Ms Zimmerman really understood the story and the characters and was not simply reading the story.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
This is a tale of complex emotions, lots of trouble and difficulties, disappointment and sadness... but it is amazing and really worth the emotional journey Joana Starnes takes the reader on.
There is some fantastic humour from Elizabeth's musings and interactions between the Colonel, Bingley and Darcy. This tale has an unusually long Epilogue told from Mrs Reynolds perspective which was just lovely.
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- D Shand
- 10-10-18
Emotions all over the place
This one, my 4th book by Joana Starnes, was yet another masterpiece. I felt all sorts of emotions during the book. Laughter, disgust, strongest dislike...but nothing could prepare me for the tears that would flow - during chapters 20, 21 & 22. What an emotional rollercoaster - in a positive way.
My favourite bit of the book, was Mr. Collins' appearances. Such a classic, unlikable character. Not wishing to give away any spoikers, so I intend to be careful with words. Mr Collins, the cantankerous, vile parson and Mr Darcy's verbal sparring is nothing short of wonderful. Stevie Zimmerman's narrative skills at their best. She paints such a delightful picture with her voice.
As the book drew to a close I observed that my emotions for Mr Darcy were a mirror of Elizabeth's. Delight, gratefulnes, vexation, longing...
oh what a wonderful book.
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- xyz
- 04-18-18
Great story and excellent narration
Really enjoyed this p&p variation. Well written and stevie zimmerman does a great job narrating it
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- Jennifer Igbokwe
- 11-28-23
Very intriguing story
I wanted to love this. It’s very well written and engaging and as usual from this narrator the voice over is beautiful. But at times Mr Darcy is so unlikable and Elisabeth so unrecognisable from the character we know that it was really frustrating to listen. Over all though still worth purchasing.
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- Jeannette Joiner
- 09-07-23
Love story ❤️
Excellent from start to finish one of the best ups and downs and laughter and tears great
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- JOSEPHINE
- 01-30-23
Bored Rigid so far 7 hours left to listen eeek.
Simply the worst variation I have read to date. ( & I have read a few) Elizabeth is depressed & meek so much so I long for her to stick it to a spoilt pathetic Darcy. One minutes declaring his undying love whilst acting like a miserable brat. No thought that her father lies dying or her feelings about her family so long as he possesses her. Only on Chapter 11 but the book as so is tedious, I will need a brandy to finish.
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- CherieLeee
- 11-14-22
JS Never Disappoints❣️
A well written and interesting JA variation. Brought me to tears.
As expected from Stevie Zimmerman, the narration is excellent .
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- moondidge
- 04-04-22
Interesting take
Like many others I chose this book because it was narrated by Stevie Zimmerman. It didn’t disappoint. I’ve listened to (too many probably) many a JSFF & this one stands out as a better one. I highly recommend this book
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- Mo Bass
- 03-06-22
Emotional
A veritable rollercoaster of emotions without being at all mawkish. It's such a pleasure to listen to excellent writing well narrated.
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- M. Tucker
- 01-02-21
A story old as time full of joy and sadness
A sensitive and beautifully written story, all the usual well loved characters from P&P from the pen of one of the best exponents of this genre, Joana Starnes Partnered with the incomparable narrator Miss Zimmerman, for me, makes this story another keeper.
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- Kindle Customer
- 08-12-21
I really enjoyed this story
great story sell read very enjoyable wether read to you or reading it yourself love it.
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- Kindle Customer
- 07-18-21
So disappointed
I usually love Joanna Starnes, and Stevie Zimmerman is always fabulous. However in this story Darcy is creepy and abusive and Elizabeth a dismal doormat. I couldn’t finish it
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