In Search of Happiness
Title and Author: I n Search of Happiness by Nicky Roth Type: Pride and Prejudice Alternate Path Perspective: Darcy and Elizabeth Romance Level: Regency level Recommended: No, 2 stars Summary: Mr. Darcy is weary of life as a gentleman, so he leaves London and hides out as a laborer in Hertfordshire. Will love bloom between Darcy and Elizabeth when it is he that is beneath her? Pros: * This was a unique premise and it was nice to see our couple slowly get to know each other. * The Darcy is not proud (part of what makes it so hard to believe). Cons: * This was too far fetched to me. It is hard to believe Mr. Darcy would hide out and work as a laborer. It is even harder to imagine it reaching the ridiculous point where he is revealed. * There were no character from Darcy's family in this story (beyond letters) and it is difficult to imagine how this choice went unnoticed by the family. * It skips over the whole courting and betrothal period which was disappointing.