Mr. Darcy Takes The Plunge (2010) - Plot & Excerpts
A charming take on Jane Austin's Pride and Prejudice, Mr. Darcy Takes the Plunge is a gem. The fun, and puns, begin when Fitwilliam Darcy and his friends decide to take a plunge in a pond on their estate. When a rather wet and disheveled Darcy encounters his sisters and their new friends on the lawn of Pemberley he leaves a lasting impression. Elizabeth Bennet can't quite get the image of the "Handsome Barbarian" out of her mind. When both families find themselves in London for the Little Season a romance soon develops.Full of charm and wit, even to the point of being corny at times, I found myself not wanting to put it down. The characters draw you in and leave you wanting more. It was definitely worth reading. A book you'll want to read again and again. If you like to be entertained, I highly recommend it. I don't mind retellings, in fact, I often enjoy them. Unfortunately, I am not a big fan of puns. Perhaps if I were, I might have enjoyed this book more. This is Pride and Prejudice in a parallel universe, but, for me, this retelling just didn't do it for me.However, if you like puns and that type of wordplay and don't mind massive changes to the characters, circumstances, and plot of the original work, then it may ring your bell. I am happy to have read the book as I now know that I prefer retellings that are based on tweaks as opposed to significant changes.
What do You think about Mr. Darcy Takes The Plunge (2010)?
Way to many puns and word play, takes away from what could have been a very good storyline
—aerie08
Can't wait to read this one, it sounds like great fun!!
—Maryum
