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Miss Darcy Falls in Love (Jane Austen)

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This book is part of a series, but it works wonderfully as a stand alone novel, as the other books have been mostly about Lizzy and Darcy, and in this one it is Georgiana who takes the stage. So this is fully her book as we do not even get to meet Lizzy and Darcy. Sure you can read all the ones before, but you can also enjoy it as it is.

I do love my PP stories, but I love the side characters just as much, and it was wonderful to see Georgiana fall in love, and with a man who fits her so well. She needs someone like her in certain aspects and I did like the man who at last wins her heart.

And that ism truly what this book is about, Georgiana is in Europe, meeting new friends, longing for home, and then meeting someone new, and not just one man. No, there is a choice to be made. But we all know which man she will pick. Or hope she will pick. They are both good in their own ways, but I do think Gerorgiana played a bit with the one man's feeling (not knowingly), but afterwards I felt really sorry for him and hoped he would find love again.

Lathan is known for her sensual books, but this one is again different since it deals with Georgiana, and her being unwed, well we can't have anything like that going on. There the book differs from the other books in this series. It is more romantic and longing.

It was a wonderfully sweet book and as always it was fun to meet everyone again, or at least hear about them since Lathan truly has worked on this series, and wanting to give everyone happy endings. And I do like hearing about them all.

Conclusion:
A good book in this series, and an equally good book that can stand on its one. Lathan is a true romantic.

I am a avid Austin Fan. I love the Regency period. Lathan's book is a complete waste of time.
The character development of Mrs. Darcy is absent she is without spirit, passion or intelligence, she says nothing witty for the entire book. The problems that the characters face are laughable. From the second page in the book you knew how it was going to end. I am ashamed I finished it although in my defense I wanted to give the author a chance to redeem herself. Instead she took me on a drive in the country and ran out of gas and left me there to wander about in mindless chatter between the pampered spoiled characters.
I will however benefit from not every buying anything with Lathan's name on it again. By the way I liked the cover so you can have one star.

In the characteristically romantic style of author Sharon Lathan, Georgiana Darcy's story feels nothing like a departure from our most famous Darcy couple, but feels more like a beautiful continuation within the family. For fans of Pride and Prejudice, I think that most readers will agree that we want to see Georgiana happy in love someday, especially after all that she endured with George Wickham. Now as an adult, and seeing the wonderful relationship of her older brother with Elizabeth Bennet, nothing could be better than to see Georgiana equally as happy in love.

Picking up where The Trouble With Mr. Darcy left off, we follow Georgiana home through Europe. Focusing less on the travel aspect, and more on character development, we meet friends of the Darcys such as with Sebastian Butler. Sebastian is not an ordinary character for his time, in that he is not necessarily aloof or terribly complicated. That does not mean that he was not interesting. His sweet character was kind and generous around others, but it was his passion for music that lent him that certain cluelessness that we love in Austen's men. Sebastian, in all his gentleness, has made fast friends with Georgiana and shared a real passion for music that bonds the two. Their friendship was sweet and delectable. As for Lord Caxton, who comes along to complicate it all, he seemed more like the villain than the possible love interest, which made it all the easier to love Sebastian and root for his awakening to what he had with Georgiana.

Sharon's novels do contain sensual scenes, that are grippingly romantic. If that is not your scene, let me warn you now. I wouldn't say that this novel is nearly as sensual as previous books though. I get that some people do not enjoy having a romantic interlude spelled out for them, but I can't say that is a reason to completely denigrate an author's story. Sharon's writing has never felt overplayed, in my opinion, and her writing style has this period feel to it that is stunning. As readers, we not only get swept away in the beauty of her writing, but we also develop a greater interest in her characters. In every way, these characters feel real and applicable to us, with their dreams and emotions spelled out on the page. Mixing the period with the timelessness and complications of romantic love, I simply can't get enough of the romance Sharon writes. Beyond being a fan of all things Austen and loving this period to begin with, Miss Darcy Falls in Love is a delectable and delightful romantic romp back to a time when men and women held back on saying what they felt, yet showed it in a number of reserved, romantic ways. Although the sixth in the Darcy saga, Miss Darcy Falls in Love can be read as a stand alone. And for cynics of romance, which I would usually count myself a part, these books make me want to believe!

Sharon Lathan must have a very vivid imagination and love for this period because her latest book transported me right to the world of Georgiana. This is clearly a stand alone novel filled with romance and a real sense of the history of the time in which Georgiana lived. I recommend it heartily to those who want to know what ever happened to Georgiana. Lathan clearly has carved out her rightful place as a historical fiction writer of this era. Probably no other book she has written to date, does this so such as this one. Loved it...loved, loved, loved it and so will you I think. It also will most likely keep the interest in her other books strong since many will want to read more by her.

I enjoyed this outing with Miss Georgiana Darcy. Her story is not nearly as interesting as Darcy and Elizabeth's ongoing tales but that is only natural. This story had a little bit too much angst and misunderstanding for my taste but still it was a good solid story. Ms Lathan matched Georgiana up with someone I can believe would be her soulmate. I would recommend this book for fanfiction lovers and am looking forward to the next Darcy installment. I do so enjoy her books!

I have loved all Ms. Lanthan's books following the lives of the Darcy's, Bennett's, Bingley's etal. I remember reading Austen's book, Pride and Prejudice, as a kid and found that I loved this story more than all of Austen's (although Emma was a close second)! So I was a little disappointed when I read "Miss Darcy Falls in Love". Although Ms. Lanthan kept the same vain as her other books, I found this story to be a bit dull; I missed the spice that her other books possessed. The characters were boring, the story seemed a bit rushed and the outcome was obvious from the beginning, despite having known it from her previous book. Ms. Darcy's "affair" with the baron was a little contrived and well, unnecessary. You knew it was merely infactuation and not real love. Mr. Butler was in no danger of losing her - throughout the entire book. I would have loved to have heard more about their adventures in France...how they lived, what they did with their time; the parties, etc. Most of that was simply glossed over. All in all I enjoy Ms. Lanthan's style of writing and look forward to seeing more from her...perhaps continuing the story of Emma?

Review by Molly: I love Ms. Lathan's work! She really made a story pop and come to live with this unique twist on Jane Austen's work. For some reason, I never really like Miss Darcy's character in other works. She just seemed a bit off and too quiet for my likings. But, Sharon Lathan really created a story for Miss Darcy that really caught my heart.

I loved how Ms. Lathan took a time in history and brought it to life with her characters and plot line. Miss Darcy's story is uniquely written. Watching Miss Darcy and her love of music was amazing. I felt myself instantly transported and walking along side of Miss Darcy.

Seeing Miss Darcy realize that it doesn't matter what others think, or what they might expect of you, that it's okay to follow YOUR heart, and to fall in love with whom your heart calls you to love. It was a fun loving journey!

If you are a Jane Austen fan, if you love historical novels, then Ms. Lathan's wonderfully written,vividly detailed, and sweet romance novel will be one that you don't want to miss out on! I'm looking forward to another sweet novel from Ms. Lathan!

Sharon Lathan's Darcy series chronicles the events after Jane Austin's Pride and Prejudice. Most books in the series are very well done and offer an interesting perspective on Darcy and Elizabeth.

This entry follows the story of Darcy's sister Georgiana as she travels in Europe. It is a sweet love story with several misunderstandings and a little angst. I liked that the hero and heroine start out merely as friends so the development of their relationship seems much more real life than many love at first sight novels. Although, I feel like it takes the characters longer than is believeable to realize their relationship is more than just friends. The resolution is nice, and the sweetness of the romance fits the shy character of Miss Darcy.

Overall, I like this entry the least of all the Lathan books. Nice as it is, it was a bit boring. As much as I like Georgiana & Sebastian they don't hold the same interest as Darcy & Elizabeth. I enjoyed seeing loose ends tied up, but the book never really grabbed my attention. If you are fan of Lathan's books I think reading this will be fine. If you have never read this series, I would not recommend starting with this book.

For Lathan fans, many of the characters from author's earlier books are present including Darcy's aunt and uncle Mattlock, Colonel Fitzwilliam and his wife from a previous Latham book as well as some other characters written into other books in the series. For those not familiar with Lathan's books, any lingering issues with Wickham are resolved in another book in the series so he is not in this book at all. Additionally, Darcy and Elizabeth are merely mentioned and do not make an appearance in this book.

Very interesting take on Georgiana Darcy, much like her brother and Lizzy her romance with Sebastian is filled with misunderstandings and stubborness. I would have liked to see her interact a little more with her family since she is such a shy and family oriented person, but it was a good story nonetheless. I hope to get more of the Darcy family as well and the new Butler family from Sharon Lathan.

(Rating note: Wish I could give it 4 1/2 stars!)

Earlier this year I enjoyed Sharon Lathan's "The Trouble with Mr. Darcy", Book 5 in the Darcy Saga. Within that installment is a brief reference to Georgiana Darcy's romantic escapades while away in Europe, setting up the premise for the next book in the series, "Miss Darcy Falls in Love". I was excited about the concept and looked forward to the title's fall 2011 release.

My expectations were more than realized in this delightful novel. For this Janeite and musician, there was much for me to admire and enjoy within the story and the structure itself. Georgiana has always been a favorite character, and I loved how Sharon handled her journey. She mingled Miss Darcy's love of music, her character traits as a Darcy and her desire for matrimony perfectly.

The chemistry between Georgiana and her love interest, Sebastian Butler is just wonderful. I loved how they began their relationship as friends, sharing a common spiritual faith and passion for music as well. My husband and I began in a similar way, meeting in the Baptist Student Union in college, enjoying friendship and sharing music together, long before romantic notions were held. I've long held the belief that faith and friendship are essential foundations to any lasting marriage, and these elements are definitely a part of Georgiana and Sebastian's budding relationship.

Of course, one of the main obstacles that the couple must face is that of a competing suitor, the charming Lord Caxton. While certainly not the best choice for Georgiana, I liked the fact that Caxton was not an out-and-out rogue or wicked individual. I suppose Georgiana learned her lesson with Wickham years before, although there is little to no mention of him at all here. She probably would not have entertained Caxton at all if he were such a man. However, his looks, charm, propriety and desirability made him an attractive prospect for a time, and provided interesting tension in the story line.

"Miss Darcy Falls in Love" fits into that delectable category of books that make me stay up late reading, wanting to take in "just one more" chapter before heading to bed much too late in the evening (or wee hours of the morning). If it were not for some family travel obligations in mid-November, I probably would have been reading it at all moments of the day as well. I truly enjoyed Sharon's characters and their musical and romantic journey together.

I've mentioned in past reviews that author Sharon Lathan will sometimes put too many details of intimacy in her stories. While "Miss Darcy Falls in Love" does have a short dream sequence and a lengthy wedding night scene, the rest of the novel is relatively chaste in its details. And even with the steamy passages, they are within the confines of marriage, both dreamed and realized. Once again I appreciate Lathan's portrait of marital intimacy, making the marriage bed as attractive as other authors have made the beds of unmarried lovers.

For whatever reason, Georgiana Darcy has always been a favorite character of mine. Sharon Lathan's characterization of her is spot-on, and I love the infusing of music and faith within her story. I have not read all of Sharon's work, but thus far "Miss Darcy Falls in Love" is my favorite of her titles. It's incredibly romantic, enjoyable and a delightful addition to the Darcy Saga. While I'm sure that Lathan will return her gaze to Fitzwilliam and Elizabeth Darcy once again, I hope she also reserves another book or two for the delightful Georgiana.

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