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Memory: Volume 3, How Far We Have Come, A Tale of Pride and Prejudice (Memory: A Tale of Pride and Prejudice)

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The final volume of Memory. This book continues advancing the lives of all the characters. Most have matured for the better. We finally get to see more of Caroline and what has become of her. As always her fixation and aspiration to claw her way to the elite circles still drives her actions. If nothing else the high point of this volume is the dinner at Lucas Lodge when Mrs. Bennet finally is put in her place. I have always wanted some form of karma to befall Mrs. Bennet, Caroline, Wickham, Lady Catherine, and of course Lydia! It is all here from volume one to volume three. I am thrilled!

I like that the author has the two main characters meet early in Book One without the negative aspects associated with the assembly in the original P&P. That is a favorite theme with this author's other works as well and one which I enjoy. In my opinion Ms. Wells' books are well written. There are sexual encounters between the characters. If this bothers you then maybe this isn't the book for you. This is a variation, adaptation, or "what if" of Austen's work. Whatever you want to call it, if I wanted to read a retelling of Pride and Prejudice I would just read the original, again. I like reading and imagining the myriad of possibilities that the author puts forth. She does not disappoint.

I enjoyed the first 2 volumes of the series so it is no surprise that the last one is good as well. We are now several years into Elizabeth's and Darcy's marriage. Most of the primary characters are married and some surprisingly so. Mrs. Bennett in this version of the story is essentially horrid and she gets her own deserved treatment. As opposed to the 2nd volume, dealing with Darcy's relationship with his father, this one is for Lizzy and her family. I love the time when all 5 sisters are together for the first time in years. The attitude of the fathers and daughters is very touching.

My only complaint is that the epilogue needed a year attached to the final scenes. We fast forward MANY years for the coming out ball, and the scene is begun with a journal entry from the past (but it is not readily apparent).

Enjoy and savor this wonderful book series. If you like details and length to your books, this is it (and pick up the others by this author)

In the third and final volume to 'Memory', Darcy and Elizabeth have matured considerably. Their family is firmly established and Elizabeth is finally able to move past her demons. Mrs. Bennet does indeed get her comeuppance.

By this novel, you're already 1000+ pages into the story, so you'd undoubtedly finish it. At some points, the writing and grammar are a bit off, but it is forgivable because the interactions between Darcy and Elizabeth easily overshadow the mistakes.

My favorite part of this author's P&P formula is that Darcy and Lizzy always meet and become attached quickly. And the obstacles are dealt with through each others' support. 'Memory' is no different. Its so much longer than 'Chance Encounters' or 'Fate & Consequences' because they meet much earlier (Lizzy is 15). The story follows about five years into their lives. There's a lot to cover.

Be patient with the length. Otherwise, it's very enjoyable.

I actually liked this book! Everything comes together, tied up neatly. I thought the end was a little confusing. It skipped ahead in time without warning. Everyone is happy. Contrived, yes. Oh well, I still liked it.

I was eager to see how things would turn out for many of the characters and was apprehensive that Linda Wells would make a mess of tying off all the loose ends, but, my apologies, Linda, you did a fine job. Some were unsurprising and others were a twist, but like the second book, it did not stagnate. The end was inevitable, but I felt a reluctance to leave this Memory World of P & P.

I confess to enjoying the pace of the second book best, but that takes nothing from this third and final book.

I loved and have purchased all of the Memory books and have bought everything Linda wells writes.The love scenes are steamy,sexy,romantic and lovely.The story lines compelling and very well written.I loved her portrayal of Lizzy and Darcy and all of the beloved characters of Pride and Prejudice,what if novels.I didn't want the story to end and have reread them over and over. Must read novels for all Darcy and Lizzy fans.

Words can not describe how much I LOVE this series. Yes its a bit long but sooo worth it. Linda Wells not only captured Darcy and Elizabeth well but all the other beloved characters. As well as introducing us to new ones. She brings them to life so beautifully that you feel like you know them and embrace the mild stones they face in life. I laughed, cried and was content when I read the last page of this wonderful series.

My husband and I have read all three "Memory" books. To understand and enjoy you have to keep reading until they are finished. I loved the way the author included everyone's story who surrounded the Darcys. All their lives were fascinating. I hated when I finished. I do hope Linda Wells will keep writing abot the Darcys. I have loved all of her books

This is a series of 3 books which I could not put down. I love how Linda Wells brings Darcy and Elizabeth to life. There were moments in the first book I actually cried when Darcy turns away from Elizabeth. i felt his heart break when he goes to Lizzy after his attack by Anne. I love how they treat their daughter and Lizzy teaches Rosealie to go down the stairs. She brings a real feel for family and love.

Third of three parts of a what-if story. What if Elizabeth and Darcy had met when they were much younger and married. I won't go into detail but anyone who has read Linda Well's stories will know that she cannot write a bad one. Each one that comes out becomes my new favorite and this will certainly be one of yours. It will not disappoint!