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An Unexpected Harvest: A Modern Pride and Prejudice Variation Kindle Edition
Even though ‘I love you’ was a sentiment spoken often and meaningfully between them, he’d never really thought beyond it, never pondered the path those three simple words would lead them down.
Elizabeth Bennet left her affluent New England home at the age of sixteen and never looked back. She’s built a great life in Boston and loves everything about the city—especially her dream job as creative director at an advertising agency.
Will Darcy has never lived anywhere but in rural Stockbridge, Massachusetts. He lives a small-town life and loves everything about the country—especially his family’s farm, which he’s doing his best to modernize and return to prosperity.
When her older sister moves back to New England, Elizabeth reluctantly pays a visit to the hometown she left behind. Soon enough, the city girl meets the country boy and the insults and misunderstandings fly—but so do the sparks.
No one is more surprised than Elizabeth and Will when those sparks turn into a brilliant flame, and the 300 miles between them that once felt far too close suddenly turns into an unbearable distance.
The city girl and the country boy know a good thing when they see it—even if they don’t see it nearly enough. Can they overcome their greatest challenge and find common ground—and their happily ever after?
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This novel is a modern variation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, but with a different take on the usual cast of characters. It contains adult content and is meant for mature readers.
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateJune 1, 2021
- File size3.4 MB
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- ASIN : B095W4FRJB
- Publisher : Nine Beaches Press
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- Publication date : June 1, 2021
- Language : English
- File size : 3.4 MB
- Simultaneous device usage : Unlimited
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 672 pages
- ISBN-13 : 978-1735240466
- Page Flip : Enabled
- Best Sellers Rank: #757,372 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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Cat Andrews has always been an avid reader, but didn’t discover Jane Austen until her love of a certain British actor led her to the BBC’s 1995 production of Pride and Prejudice, because she just had to know—why all the fuss over this Darcy guy? What followed her viewing of that glorious miniseries was an inhalation of and immediate fixation on all of Austen’s novels, though Pride and Prejudice remains her favorite (and that certain British actor will always be, to her, the quintessential Darcy).
Her discovery of Jane Austen Fan Fiction opened up a whole new world, and thus began her addiction, and months and months of sleep deprivation, as she immersed herself in JAFF. After reading a modern Pride and Prejudice variation that she fell in love with, she was inspired to begin a cautious but earnest foray into the world of writing.
In real life, Cat has spent thirty-plus years working in healthcare. She is a confirmed thalassophile and enjoys life on the shores of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, where she grew up, fell in love with her own Mr. Darcy, and raised a family. More often than not, you can find her at the beach with a book in her hand and her toes in the sand.
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Customers enjoy this modern variation of Pride and Prejudice, praising its well-developed characters and intriguing plot twists. Moreover, the writing style receives positive feedback, with one customer highlighting the detailed descriptions of Pemberley Farm. Additionally, customers appreciate the book's design, with one noting its well-drawn modern settings, while another mentions its fascinating family dynamics.
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Customers appreciate the writing style of the book, with one review highlighting its breathtaking array of description, while another notes the complex and interesting character development.
"...Just as with Sanctuary, Ms Andrews has done such a marvelous job describing Pemberley Farm and its environs that I literally felt I was there with..." Read more
"A beautifully written story where plot and character development are shown, not told...." Read more
"...It's all very complex and masterfully done and there were some characters (who shall remain nameless) who greatly surprised me and I'm almost never..." Read more
"...For this book I found myself just enjoying the journey of great dialogue and ups and downs of an (eventually) healthy and fun adult relationship." Read more
Customers find the book enjoyable and well done, with one customer mentioning they read it in one sitting and another noting it kept them engaged until the very end.
"...I thoroughly enjoyed it, will definitely read it again, don’t want to give it a 4 by any means, but Sanctuary edges it out in my JAFF heart by just..." Read more
"...It has been done before but I was again pleased to read a well done premise of reversing the circumstances of both our main characters as well as..." Read more
"This was well done. Great inverse in the characters that feels real. Second half drags on at times and angst moments could have used more umph...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 3, 2021Format: KindleVerified PurchaseHaving read and loved Sanctuary, I was eager to get my hands on An Unexpected Harvest, and once real life finally allowed time, I spent a couple of happy days immersed in this second offering from Cat Andrews. I have to say, I hate the 5-star rating system, because I’ve been sitting here trying to decide how to make my sentiments clear, and that system just doesn’t work for me. If Sanctuary was a clear 5-star experience in my opinion, An Unexpected Harvest would probably have to be a 4.75 or 4.85 in comparison. I thoroughly enjoyed it, will definitely read it again, don’t want to give it a 4 by any means, but Sanctuary edges it out in my JAFF heart by just a smidge!
So, saying all that, here’s what I LOVED:
1) Being taken home to New England! Just as with Sanctuary, Ms Andrews has done such a marvelous job describing Pemberley Farm and its environs that I literally felt I was there with the characters. Her locations become characters in their own right, and just as most Austen fans have a place in their heart for Austen’s Pemberley, I now have a little spot in mine for Pemberley Farm and its inhabitants, and I already plan to return there this winter as the book starts out just before Christmas. It will be on my December reading list for a happy second reading for sure!
2) The impressive job she did with this role reversal. It took me a minute to really sort out all the characters, not because they were hard to figure out or not well done, but because I read a lot of JAFF and so expect certain characters to be or say or do certain things. But once I finally got there and really embraced the characters swapping personalities, I realized she’d done a really great job of it! It even made me examine my own gender biases. Apparently, I’m much more tolerant of Darcy being the one to insult and speak without thinking than I am of Elizabeth doing it, and I had to laugh at myself for being so unforgiving of Elizabeth in the first half!
3) I loved being able to see Darcy surrounded by family for once. He’s always the character that is so alone, with just his sister and cousin really in his corner. I loved meeting all the members of the Darcy family in Cat’s story, and especially loved reading the scenes where the brothers interact with one another. They were very well done. I enjoyed them so much I actually wish we had gotten a little more time with Richard!
4) Her dialogue-heavy writing style. I really enjoy it. It keeps things moving even when she is taking her time examining a certain day or event.
5) This particular Darcy and Elizabeth’s story. It will stick with me for quite a while.
What I think you should know before reading:
1) If you haven’t read Sanctuary, but are a JAFF lover or just found this title because you love Austen and it is Austen-inspired, then you need to know that Ms Andrew’s books are not quick, light reads. She really takes her time developing the characters and gives you a deep dive into their day to day lives. It is Austen-inspired, not a retelling or variation on cannon, and could definitely stand on its own.
2) This is more a slice of life story than a heavily plot driven story. The first half is very similar to P&P as you watch how ODC struggles to overcome their first impressions of one another, but the second half of the book is very modern and deals with the very real consequences of two people from different worlds coming together to try and make a life together. It’s not the book to pick up when you are looking for something fluffy and light, or something with lots of twists and turns. This is the book you pick up when you want to fall in love with the characters and go spend some time in their world.
3) And finally, this is a mature story with plenty of steam to it. The inspiration it takes from P&P is the coming together of ODC, but puts them in a modern setting and shows them having a healthy, adult relationship. If that’s not your thing, if you love P&P strictly for Austen’s wit and social commentary, or you look for Austen-inspired reading that ends with a closed door, then this is not the story for you. Could some of the steamy scenes be skipped over? Probably. But the second half of the story is really all about watching their growing intimacy, and their passion for one another is a big part of that. It’s a look at the beauty of really finding the right person for you, and in my opinion, her take on their intimacy is very well done.
I received an ARC with no promise of a review, favorable or otherwise.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2022Format: KindleVerified PurchaseA beautifully written story where plot and character development are shown, not told.
One star off for just too many very detailed scenes of intimacy. Where you are detailing weekly reunions with a long distance couple - yes, the opportunities for sex scenes are many. But the kiss by bite by nip descriptions became boring. Someone else said something about there being so many they began skimming through them. Thought they were exaggerating. But no, they weren't.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2021Format: KindleVerified Purchase4.5 rounded up to 5 stars
First, let me say that this is the second time I am reading this; although the first time I read the unpublished version. It is very long (670 pages) and does have adult content (rated MA). There are many "bedroom scenes" and not all are detailed but some do give us more than a mention. There is much page space given to the conversations, to the thoughts and reasoning that occur between Elizabeth/Lizzy and Will. There are occasions when apologies are necessary.
It has been done before but I was again pleased to read a well done premise of reversing the circumstances of both our main characters as well as some of their behaviors. Yes, there is that insult but given at a Barn Dance, which Will overhears. Later when she wants to explore the sexual chemistry which was interrupted on New Year's Eve (in Jane's bathroom during a party) Lizzy propositions him with a variation of that infamous Hunsford Proposal.
Elizabeth is well off, having been left a good inheritance by her father. She, Jane and Lydia lost their mother when they were young and their father has been dead about 2 years as this story begins. Elizabeth works for an advertising agency which during the course of this story she purchases. It is based in Boston.
William has taken up managing his father's farm in Stockbridge. His older brother has married and moved to NYC while his younger brother has lost his one arm in an accident and is dealing with rehab for that as well as a law suit. The villain in this story just happens to be named after a main character in P&P and is also after's George's money...that story is a main part in the first part of this tale.
Not only has Elizabeth's disdain of her old hometown and its citizens become well known but also that villain has (as did Wickham) smeared her name and her actions.
Elizabeth is visiting due to Jane's plans to turn Longbourn into an Inn. There is a Bingley but herein he is the one who doesn't let her know how he feels and so she is kept hanging. And of course Bingley and Darcy are good friends and the former is also working for Will in improving parts of his farm, Pemberley.
Darcy's parents are alive but his father suffers from Parkinson's so he has good days and bad days but also has not completely relinquished his hold on the farm. That relationship and their separate opinions about the future of the farm make for some of the angst in Will's life. Pemberley Farm was not doing well when Will stepped in and he has big plans which require much commitment and money management as he changes directions with an organic farm as well as a teaching farm.
Elizabeth is just ending (or attempting to end a relationship with a Colin Williams) while Will & Caroline Bingley have had in the past a "Friends with Benefits" relationship. Both play a part in our story.
When ODC finally begin a relationship the fact that both have BIG commitments in places four-hours apart makes for more angst as they struggle to find time to be together and neither sees a way to be together rather than having their "weekend romance" time.
We do get an epilogue of sorts at the end in which we learn of some of their future but also get to look back at how they came together.
I enjoyed this story and recommend it.
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- MarieReviewed in Canada on June 3, 2021
4.0 out of 5 stars A Modern Role Swap
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseWhen it comes to Elizabeth and Darcy, one can almost always expect an insult and misunderstandings. This holds true in An Unexpected Harvest, a modern variation of Pride and Prejudice. What was unanticipated for me, was the intriguing and curious twist in circumstances Cat Andrews has given our dear couple—a surprising role reversal. Elizabeth is a middle daughter who comes from wealth, and Will is a middle-class college drop out struggling to keep his family’s farm (Pemberley) going. She is a successful advertising executive, living a city life in Boston. He is a country boy, also a middle child, forced to leave college to take responsibility for running his family’s farm when his father becomes ill.
The story is written in two parts, with the first half covering the introduction and backgrounds of the main characters and their families, and the stormy beginning of a tumultuous and eventually passionate relationship. Expect some steam. You can also expect many, but not all, of the characters from P&P, some of which have also been given an interesting character twist. Avoiding spoilers, let’s just say past impressions of those you love/hate may be turned upside down. There is a villain. Because we know they always eventually get together, I feel free to say without spoiling anything that the second part of the book tackles a very modern aspect of ODC as a couple—the day-to-day and sometimes week-to-week struggle of trying to make a new and long-distance relationship work. Both deeply established in, and loving their careers, will one be forced to ultimately make a sacrifice so they can be together? Will Lizzy’s propensity to misunderstand and Will’s tendency to run from a situation sabotage this fragile couple? For me, the second part suffered a little with respect to plot, but overall, I still enjoyed the book very much.
The role/gender reversal of Lizzy and Will is positively well done. Their initial meeting is most definitely familiar but yet so different. As in her first release, Sanctuary, I very much like the unexpected portrayals given to the all-too-familiar characters of P&P. I also applaud her dialogue-leaning writing style, which I absolutely love, as opposed to a book long in the narrative style. Anyone who follows my reviews knows I always prefer this style. I also particularly enjoyed the setting of this story. Having lived in Massachusetts for 20 years, it was like going home for a little while, visiting Boston and the Berkshires. I had to grin when I even recognized some Massachusetts slang. I also liked the Darcy family dynamic very much which, for Will and his siblings, touches on the challenge of dealing with aging parents and a degenerative disease, as well as working to make Pemberley successful again. I found this to be a beautifully-written modern love story. I recommend this book, and look forward to more from this very talented author.
Contains mature adult content.
I received an ARC of this book with no promise of a review, favorable or otherwise. I enjoyed so well I have also purchased it for my Kindle library.
- KindlereaderReviewed in France on June 6, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars Unexpected? The twist, yes. The fact that is an wonderful book? Not so much....
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI had been having high expectations from the author of Sanctuary!
And I wasn't disappointed!
Absolutely loved this loong and satisfying book!
A modern retelling of Pride and Prejudice with a twist!!
City girl born into money, arrogantly delivers the slight to a country boy college drop out turned farmer on a not so well off Pemberley farm .... Intriguing? Oh yes!!!
Don't you agree this is the premise for the most perfect love story?
Absolutely must read and re read and then read again!
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MargaRezReviewed in Germany on December 21, 2022
2.0 out of 5 stars Mühsam und langweilig
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseIch verstehe die guten Rezensionen meiner Mitleser überhaupt nicht.
Der Plot wäre eigentlich gut und es gibt auch einzelne brauchbare Szenen - vor allem die Geschichte mit Charlotte. Aber die Verfasserin erzählt viel zu langatmig, wiederholt sich… Wenn Elizabeth nicht gerade schnüffelt--- geht es allzu oft um Sex, Essen und dumme Sprüche ...
Witz, Spannung und Dramatik fehlen ganz!
- CraftyhjReviewed in the United Kingdom on October 30, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars A long and satisfying journey
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseA story of two parts - literally. The first part is the coming together of Elizabeth and Darcy with all the misunderstandings and hurt feelings of Austen cunningly reimagined into a modern setting. To a large extent the characters have been switched with Elizabeth as the wealthy, aloof party and Darcy as the countrified one but as with Austen it is much more complex than that. Life has shaped them both and their behaviours reflect their experiences.
The second part explores how they bring their two very different lifestyles together as a couple.
I highly recommend this book
- NJCReviewed in Australia on September 29, 2021
5.0 out of 5 stars An easy 5 Stars
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseFlipping circumstances, Elizabeth comes from a position of privilege and starts off uncomfortably putting her foot in her mouth, while Darcy is the object of the overheard insult, continued awkward gaffes and Elizabeth's increasing admiration.
This story develops with substance, light and shade, humour and poignancy, with characters who make sense and who, though flawed, it's easy to like.
I actually have a download from of this from the site where it was originally posted, but this book deserves to be purchased.