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Sunday, October 8, 2023

Review: Cursed by Elizabeth Adams



My rating: 5 stars / It was amazing



Synopsis

The Darcy family has a secret…
 
For generations, they have been plagued by a Curse. They cannot undo it. They cannot cure it. They can only endure and hope Fate has mercy on their tortured souls.

Hertfordshire is a peaceful county, until Netherfield is suddenly filled with eligible bachelors. Or perhaps not so eligible…

Elizabeth Bennet would like a wealthy husband as much as the next lady, but this may be more than she bargained for.


My Review

Confession: I spent the summer binge-reading Pride & Prejudice variations. It all started with the previous book in this series, Think of Me. Then I just couldn't get enough of them! After all the books and novellas read and authors tried out, Elizabeth Adams is still my favorite. And now we have a new addition to the Collection of Unusual Tales- Cursed. I love the creativity and twists the author adds that puts our dear Lizzy and Darcy in new situations that they navigate with their same personality traits that make them so beloved. There's a hint of the paranormal with the curse that plagues the Darcy family history (and Darcy himself), but the setting and characters are grounded in Regency reality. I adore the loyalty and protective nature of Colonel Fitzwilliam. Darcy is moody as ever, with an added reason to be cranky. Elizabeth is sassy and a little impulsive, but also thoughtful and compassionate. I loved seeing how the curse would affect the impressions Darcy and Elizabeth have of each other, and interfere with their journey to happily ever after. A must-read for fans of Austen and retellings of the classics!

Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.

Don't miss the other stories in A Collection of Unusual Tales . . .










Monday, April 26, 2021

Blog Tour, Review & Giveaway: How to Fall in Love with a Man You Thought You Hated by Elizabeth Adams #HTFILWAMYTYHBlogTour #ElizabethAdams #HFVBTBlogTours


How to Fall in Love with a Man You Thought You Hated by Elizabeth Adams

Publication Date: April 5, 2021
Paperback; 266 pages

was Genre: Historical Romance/Austenesque


For Elizabeth Bennet, Charlotte is the friend who is—annoyingly—always right. Colonel Fitzwilliam is the mischievous brother she never had. And if their convictions that Mr. Darcy is in love with her are correct, he could be the lover she’s always wanted.

There’s only one problem—he tried to ruin her favorite sister’s life, and she made an absolute fool of herself in front of him.

Can lasting happiness come out of such a beginning? And can a man die from chasing a woman too quick to be caught? Darcy is about to find out.

Available on Amazon

My Review
 
5 stars / It was amazing
 
It's finally happened. An author wrote a variation of Pride and Prejudice that is a perfectly wonderful and satisfying telling of how good it is between Elizabeth and Darcy when they actually court each other! I enjoy Austen variations and retellings, and this one is my new favorite. It's told from both Elizabeth and Darcy's point of view, and they are thoughtful and introspective as they analyze their misperceptions about each other and themselves. There is a good dose of subtle humor and wit, balanced with plenty of dialogue and interactions that keep the pace of the book steady and my interest never waning. I love that Elizabeth gives Darcy a chance, but she also doesn't shy away from the difficult and complicated dynamics of their relationship as well as their families. I appreciated that the author didn't retell certain overused scenes in Austen variations (Lady Catherine's set down of Elizabeth) making the story more unique and creative while still being true to the fundamentals of the characters. Elizabeth and Darcy both grow and develop as individuals as they also grow closer together, through the rocky patches and the earnest wooing. Their chemistry and attraction only grows as they come to know the deeper layers of their lives and personalities, and they strive to become worthy of each other and their increasing regard and love. A must-read for fans of Regency and Austen!
 
Disclosure statement: A complimentary copy of this book was provided from a tour group, publisher, publicist, or author, including NetGalley, OR was borrowed from the library, including OverDrive, OR borrowed from Kindle Unlimited, OR purchased. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are unbiased and my own.
 

About the Author


Elizabeth Adams is a book-loving, tango-dancing, Austen enthusiast. She loves old houses and thinks birthdays should be celebrated with trips - as should most occasions. She can often be found by a sunny window with a cup of hot tea and a book in her hand.

She writes romantic comedy and comedic drama in both historic and modern settings.

You can find more information, short stories, and outtakes at www.EAdamsWrites.com. You can also find her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Goodreads.

Blog Tour Schedule

Monday, April 26
Review at Heidi Reads...
Review at Pursuing Stacie

Tuesday, April 27
Review at Probably at the Library

Wednesday, April 28
Review at Reader_ceygo

Thursday, April 29
Review at Novels Alive
Interview at Reader_ceygo

Friday, April 30
Excerpt at The Tea Queen

Monday, May 3
Excerpt at Novels Alive

Tuesday, May 4
Excerpt at Books and Benches
Review at Little But Fierce Book Diary

Wednesday, May 5
Review at Bookish Rantings
Review at The Enchanted Shelf

Thursday, May 6
Review at Jorie Loves A Story

Giveaway

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How to Fall in Love With a Man You Thought You Hated