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Adopting characters from Jane Austen's much loved tale, this novel takes Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy on a much different journey than Austen did in Pride and Prejudice.

Through their fathers' friendship, Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy meet as children. Over the years, their feelings for each other grow and they promise themselves to each other, but unfortunate circumstances and interfering family members seek to keep them apart.

Will misunderstandings and mistaken impressions divide Elizabeth and William forever?

About the Author

Wendi Sotis, the author of two novels and several short stories taking Jane Austen’s beloved characters on journeys in new directions, graduated from Adelphi University with a degree in psychology. Sotis resides on Long Island, New York, with her husband, triplets and two guinea pigs.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful What-If Story!, July 8, 2011

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I absolutely loved this story!! It was so wonderful to see a younger Elizabeth and Darcy. The solid love the two shared was heartwarming. Although there were many obstacles that kept these two apart, they always stayed true to their love. We get to see old Mr. Darcy alive for a bit, a more responsible Mr. Bennet, some very horrible Fitzwilliam relations (Uncle and Lady C, yikes!). The "love scenes" were very sensual but not graphic. Overall it was a beautiful story and I would recommend it to anyone.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Delightful Story, July 2, 2011

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Wendi Sotis has written a wonderful story of a love that endures despite the appearance of broken promises and betrayal.

The story begins in a bookstore where a young, precocious, intellectually gifted Elizabeth meets and consoles a grieving Fitzwilliam Darcy. Their friendship grows as they are sometimes in company due to the long-standing friendship of their fathers. Eventually, many promises are made. Obstacles threaten to derail the plans of our seemingly star-crossed lovers. Will they remember the vows they made at Pemberley? Will their relatives keep them apart? Will they discover the truth that has made communication between them all but impossible? Will their love survive years of separation?

I fell in love with these characters in the opening of this tale and was totally drawn into their story as it unfolded. I highly recommend this story to Pride and Prejudice fans who love alternate reality stories. It's a big "What If...," but one that is totally engaging.

I can only hope that Wendi has more stories to share.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful engaging love story, July 10, 2011

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Wendy Sotis has written a wonderful, engaging, What-if love story.

It begins when a 15 year old grieving Fitzwilliam Darcy meets a young, bright Elizabeth Bennet. In this story, it turns out that their fathers were classmates and long-standing friends. Their fathers continues their friendship while Elizabeth helps Fitzwilliam deal with the death of his mother. Their friendship grows into love and he asks Elizabeth to marry him. When he seeks Mr Bennet's premission, Mr Bennet request Fitzwilliam wait for 8 months till Elizabeth is 17 years old. Allowing her to one coming out season. Fitzwilliam with a heavy heart agrees.

Unfortunately for our dear couple, 8 months is a long time. During that time- death, fire and interfering family members are some of the obstacles that keep them apart. Add years of separation and miscommunication, misunderstandings threatens to separate the young loves for good.

I highly recommend this Pride and Prejudice What-if love story. It is a story about how true love can find a way despite interfering family members and adversity.
Beautiful, beautiful story.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderfully touching love story
I have read a LOT of Pride and Prejudice fiction and I absolutely loved this variation. It is one of the few published works that has Darcy and Lizzy meeting as children that is... Read more

Published 4 months ago by Monica P

3.0 out of 5 stars Ok Story...But, Not Great
In this Pride and Prejudice variation Elizabeth and Darcy meet as children. In this book Mr. Bennett and Mr. George Darcy are lifelong friends. Read more

Published 5 months ago by S. Babish

1.0 out of 5 stars promises is a pride and prejudice minus sensible plot and good characters. save your money...this book is not worth reading
this is the worst Austen-inspired novel I read so far. The idea of giving a twist to the story by having the same basic stream of events as in the original book but with a... Read more

Published 5 months ago by Claudia

5.0 out of 5 stars Very tender story
If you are interested in a very romantic and rewarding story, this is a good choice. Wendy Sotis will have you hooked from the begining with her tender and inocent characters... Read more

Published 5 months ago by China

1.0 out of 5 stars Promises
PROMISES lead me into a false sense of security. I really enjoyed the beginning. It reminded me of contest entries I read of unpublished romance novels. Read more

Published 6 months ago by L. Curtis

5.0 out of 5 stars I just loved it!
Promises is an excellant P & P variation. I love to read about Darcy and Elizabeth as children. The author inserted enough angst into the story to make the ultimate resolution... Read more

Published 7 months ago by Vinny

3.0 out of 5 stars Seemed Improbable
The early interaction between Darcy and Elizabeth are well done. However, the misunderstanding and mis-communication that go on for years after that seemed improbable to me and... Read more

Published 7 months ago by Read Right

5.0 out of 5 stars Promises Kept
I was hooked in the first chapter and loved the entire story. Ms. Sotis has woven a wonderful tale of young love which overcomes all obstacles. Read more

Published 7 months ago by Robin Helm

5.0 out of 5 stars You will not be able to put this down.
This is a beautifully written story that draws you in and captivates until the final page.
Sotis's characters remain true to Jane Austen's design, allowing us to see why the... Read more

Published 7 months ago by Lizzy

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Wendi Sotis, the author of two novels and several short stories taking Jane Austen's beloved characters on journeys in new directions, graduated from Adelphi University with a degree in psychology. Sotis resides on Long Island, New York, with her husband and triplets. Her second novel will be published by spring of 2012.