Particular Intentions

De: L. L. Diamond

Narrado por: Leena Emsley

Who is this Mr. Darcy and what are his intentions? Like much of Meryton, the Bennets of Longbourn anticipate the arrival of Mr. Bingley and his friends to Netherfield, yet an unexpected visitor is not a part of Mr. Bingley's or Mr. Darcy's plans. While the two gentlemen attempt to control their uninvited guest, Elizabeth Bennet arrives to tend to her ill sister. An overheard conversation, the intriguing behavior of Mr. Darcy, and Miss Bingley's cloying manner all fascinate her, but manage to throw her emotions into turmoil as well. As Elizabeth becomes better acquainted with Mr. Darcy, his world unfolds and, if possible, it is more complicated than the man himself! Mysterious strangers and seducers lurk in the shadows - enough to threaten anyone's equanimity. Elizabeth's courage will be tested as she not only struggles to discover her own heart, but also why danger seems to surround Mr. Darcy.

©2016 L.L. Diamond (P)2017 L.L. Diamond

Kinda steamy

I enjoyed this variation of Pride and Prejudice. All my favorite characters reacting to new circumstances!
Just a heads up, this one is kinda steamy. So if that’s your thing, you’ll enjoy Elizabeth and Darcy’s struggle with propriety. If not, you’ve been warned.
The performance of the narrator when voicing male characters can sometimes have repetitive cadence, but she does a pleasant job throughout other characters.
I was able to listen to this book on 1.4 speed because of the narrator’s cadence.
I’d like more comedy from the follies of Mr Collins and Lady Catherine, but Mrs Bennet fills in that space nicely.
Mr Bennet curtails his daughters’ and his wife’s behavior in a satisfactory manner before returning to his character’s famous indolence.
It’s a good listen with a satisfying ending for all.

Interesting story bludgeoned by convoluted angst

The narrator really put her heart into the narration so she deserves a 5-star rating.

The story begins with the unexpected arrival of Caroline Bingley at Netherfield Park. Both Bingley and Darcy are outraged. From there it a series of contrived situations unfold that bring ODC to recognize their mutual regard. Elizabeth is brave, witty, intelligent, and attractive. Darcy is brave, intelligent, forthright, and attractive. There are several roadblocks thrown in their path to overcome during this part of the book [Meryton, Longbourn, Netherfield]. A misunderstanding and gross stupidity on Elizabeth's part sunders the relationship.

Then the scene shifts to London. Darcy is determined to have Elizabeth. Elizabeth is sent to London by her father where she is reunited with Darcy at a ball. She is happy to renew their relationship and accepts his marriage proposal. At that point, Elizabeth becomes a different woman. If Darcy gives her a kiss she is lost to all reason. She cannot think or breathe in the presence of danger. She can't even open her mouth to give a warning in the form of a scream. She faints, quivers, or closes her eyes in terror.

I gave the story 4 stars rounded up from 3-1/2 stars because the author is usually excellent. It lost a star because the angst was excessive, contrived, and convoluted, especially the last occurrence with the gun. Plus, only silly girls giggle. Women laugh.

Intriguing story

I loved this story. It was different and showed pride & prejudice from a different perspective. I highly recommend it to anyone who likes what-if stories and sequels to P&P. Great narrator as well.

Loved it!

loved it. I laughed and cried both 1 and 2 Particulars... are great.
Now onto the next!

Great story, okay narrator

This was a pretty good variation. I've read quite a few others by this author and continue to enjoy her writing. I did feel the need to speed the narration up and use the speed of 1.05. This helped immensely as I feel the narrator was far too breathy and paused unnaturally.