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More Than He Seems: Reinventing Pride and Prejudice's George Wickham (A Pride and Prejudice Variation) Kindle Edition

by Renata McMann (Author), Summer Hanford (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 247 ratings
Could George Wickham, Jane Austen’s most notorious villain, be a hero?

Faced with the choice of keeping his good name or serving King and Country, George Wickham puts aside love, acceptance and family in service of the Crown. Never does he dream he will prove so adept at deceit that one act of service will turn into years of falsehood. Or that the lie he perpetuates for the good of all will drive a wedge between him and everyone he values.

More Than He Seems runs parallel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice with a portrayal of George Wickham as you never dreamed to see him. Join him through trials of fidelity and love, and through danger and redemption. Discover if this famous villain can truly be more than he seems.
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08W1WHWHR
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  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ February 4, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.7 MB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 592 pages
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  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ A Pride and Prejudice Variation
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    4.6 out of 5 stars 247 ratings

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    Summer Hanford writes gripping Epic Fantasy, swashbuckling Historical Romance, and best-selling Pride and Prejudice retellings. She lives in the Finger Lakes Region of New York with her husband and compulsory, deliberately spoiled, cat. The newest addition to their household, an energetic setter-shepherd mix, has been trying, and failing, for six years to gain acceptance from the cat, but is adored by the humans.

    Since the moment she read her first novel, Summer’s passion has always been writing. As a child growing up on a dairy farm, she built castles made of hay and wielded swords made of fence posts. She is also passionate about animals, travel, and organizing her closet. Nothing pleases her more than a row of tops broken down by sleeve length and ordered by color…except working on her latest novel with her cat in her lap, her dog lounging on the rug dreaming of squirrels, and a cup of tea at hand.

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    Renata McMann is the pen name of someone who likes to rewrite public domain works. She is fond of thinking "What if?"

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Customers find this book delightful and well-written, with an intriguing story that cleverly incorporates events from the original novel. They appreciate the engaging characters, with one customer particularly praising Colonel Fitzwilliam's portrayal, and another noting how the author paints Wickham as an honorable character. The book receives positive feedback for its fresh take on Pride and Prejudice, with one customer describing it as a brilliant reimagining.

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35 customers mention "Readability"35 positive0 negative

Customers find the book delightful and well done, with one mentioning it's a riveting read.

"...These two authors are excellent writers and I now think I have found my favorite book of theirs. Thank you for a great read and an enjoyable time!" Read more

"...It is fun and fast paced and frankly very enjoyable." Read more

"...It is told from George Wickham's POV, and it has a very uniquely entertaining scenario in this "what if " look...." Read more

"...I absolutely admire how the authors melded the events of P&P. They are amazing!..." Read more

29 customers mention "Story quality"29 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, finding it intriguing with unexpected twists and turns, and one customer notes how it cleverly incorporates events from the original novel.

"...ways it weaves all the deeds Wickham was accused of into a very plausible story of a spy...." Read more

"...It is told from George Wickham's POV, and it has a very uniquely entertaining scenario in this "what if " look...." Read more

"...I absolutely admire how the authors melded the events of P&P. They are amazing!..." Read more

"...GLAD I gave this a chance - so well written and constructed, an intriguing story and a fantastic take. I loved it!" Read more

14 customers mention "Writing quality"14 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, finding it very believable and well thought out, with one customer noting how skillfully the author ties everything together.

"...These two authors are excellent writers and I now think I have found my favorite book of theirs. Thank you for a great read and an enjoyable time!" Read more

"...for Elizabeth and Darcy, but I'm SO GLAD I gave this a chance - so well written and constructed, an intriguing story and a fantastic take. I loved it!" Read more

"...this “behind the scenes” tale of Wickham and how beautifully the author tied it all together...." Read more

"...Very skillfully, a totally new story was woven through so that it matched up perfectly with canon with reasonable alternate explanations for the..." Read more

6 customers mention "Enjoyment"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book enjoyable, with one mentioning it kept them hooked with every twist and turn, while another notes it is funny with some action.

"...Thank you for a great read and an enjoyable time!" Read more

"...It is fun and fast paced and frankly very enjoyable." Read more

"...I would have to say that this was an easy read, and lighthearted and funny with some action...." Read more

"...It kept me riveted. The story was so new and fresh and something I haven’t seen attempted before. So many unexpected twists and turns...." Read more

5 customers mention "Character development"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one customer particularly enjoying Colonel Fitzwilliam's character, while another notes how it provides a new perspective on George Wickham.

"...They still managed to paint Wickham as an honorable character. I believed — I really believed! Truth never hides; yet how hard to find!..." Read more

"...I did enjoy colonel Fitzwilliam’s character in this story." Read more

"This Wickham is a complex character who leads a dangerous life in more ways than usual.Wickham is not the only character with hidden depths...." Read more

"...The writing was beautiful, minimal errors, with a rich plot and engaging characters. I wished it wouldn’t end. ❤️" Read more

5 customers mention "Variation"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the variation in the book, with one describing it as a fresh take on Pride and Prejudice.

"Wow, what an adventure! This was so different and I admit it took me a bit to see Wickham has “good”...." Read more

"...enjoyed the plot and the research that went into this fascinating variation...." Read more

"...that a book about Wickham could ever be this entertaining and different. I really couldn't put it down. Thoroughly recommended!" Read more

"Wow! New, fresh P & P variation!..." Read more

5 customers mention "Visual style"5 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the visual style of the book, with one describing it as a brilliant reimagining.

"...This is such an amazing look at how he felt about his behavior and the necessity for the secrecy around it...." Read more

"...I loved this unusual look at George Wickham...." Read more

"This is a very creative and imaginative depiction of George Wickham’s character in Pride and Prejudice...." Read more

"Stunning!..." Read more

3 customers mention "Lydia"3 positive0 negative

Customers praise Lydia's character in the book.

"...Thank for a wonderful story. Lydia is exceptional. I am surprised to think even Elizabeth missed the clues and inconsistency." Read more

"This story about George Wickham and Lydia Bennett is outstanding...." Read more

"A unique take on Wickham, and Lydia. Masterfully done. The book made me feel for the painful, but necessary, distance between Wickham and Darcy." Read more

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  • SciFiGirl
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Retelling!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024
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    Having quite the loathing for Mr. Wickham, I wasn’t sure I wanted to read this book. But I started it and was hooked. This book is delightful in the ways it weaves all the deeds Wickham was accused of into a very plausible story of a spy. These two authors are excellent writers and I now think I have found my favorite book of theirs. Thank you for a great read and an enjoyable time!
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  • emmydah
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fun and exciting
    Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2024
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    This explores a well worked variation where George Wickham is a spy for the British military and every aspect of his behavior in the original is explained by missions he was on to uncover treason. It is fun and fast paced and frankly very enjoyable.
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  • Jean S.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Different look at George Wickham
    Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2022
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    Just like the title of this book, this variation of Pride and Prejudice is more than you would expect. It is told from George Wickham's POV, and it has a very uniquely entertaining scenario in this "what if " look. What if George Wickham had been recruited to work for the government, as a spy, while he was still at university? This is such an amazing look at how he felt about his behavior and the necessity for the secrecy around it. Colonel Fitzwilliam is his contact and the only person who knows that he works for King and Country. Lydia Bennet is also shown in a different light here, which I thoroughly enjoyed.
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  • KLEE
    5.0 out of 5 stars A masterpiece!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2024
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    Wow, what an adventure! This was so different and I admit it took me a bit to see Wickham has “good”. I absolutely admire how the authors melded the events of P&P. They are amazing! Readers shouldn’t have an expectation of ODC being front and center or the entire cast of characters taking a part in the unfolding story. This was a true masterpiece from my favorite authors.
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  • Rachael Wiggins
    5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the read!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2024
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    I was initially hesitant because I'm always looking for Elizabeth and Darcy, but I'm SO GLAD I gave this a chance - so well written and constructed, an intriguing story and a fantastic take. I loved it!
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  • EmkalaAK
    5.0 out of 5 stars a wonderful breath of fresh air - loved every part
    Reviewed in the United States on October 11, 2023
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    I have read MANY different POV and retellings of pride & prejudice but this is by far one of my favorites. I have never left a review before for a book, but I loved it so much I wanted to make sure others read it as well!

    Seriously, I love this “behind the scenes” tale of Wickham and how beautifully the author tied it all together. I was not expecting Lydia’s perspective as well, and was thoroughly pleased. If there was anything I would have changed, maybe a play on with Lady Catherine and Anne but honestly, I didn’t miss them and that’s just an afterthought.

    Truly great job on this book! Definitely worth the read! ❤️
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  • Regency Lady
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is one of the most interesting P&P variations I’ve ever read.
    Reviewed in the United States on February 22, 2023
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    I thoroughly enjoyed the plot and the research that went into this fascinating variation. Personally, I would not have thought that George Wickham could have ever been redeemed, and I was wrong. I loved the way that McMann and Hanford crafted this complicated work that I would have read in one sitting but for the length. Took two sittings instead. I highly recommend it if you like romance, mystery, and suspense, this has got it all. ENJOY!
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  • Ladyearl
    4.0 out of 5 stars Generally a spy romance novel
    Reviewed in the United States on April 17, 2023
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    Reading this was great fun as it followed the events of the original pride and prejudice novel from the interesting angel of George Wickham as a hero. Very skillfully, a totally new story was woven through so that it matched up perfectly with canon with reasonable alternate explanations for the behavior of Wickham and Lydia. This continues until the last chapter when ALL IS REVEALED! It was very detailed which I have no patience for so the 4 stars is because I had to flip past much of the detail that I just didn’t care about. Recommended for all P&P fans who are tired of the same retreads in the alternative universe.
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  • Betseylee
    5.0 out of 5 stars My new favourite
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 17, 2022
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    I have read many PnP variations of all sorts but this is my new favourite. While the plot slots in, in parallel with PnP, nothing is repeated from the original. It is very cleverly crafted. I have given it five stars, despite the American spellings - that's how much I like it!
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  • Mandy S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sooooo gut
    Reviewed in Germany on January 17, 2025
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    Ich habe bereits vieeeeeele P&P-Variationen gelesen. Dies ist eine der Besten und Spannendsten. Ich mag es gerne, wenn die Villains in Wirklichkeit gute Absichten haben. E&D kommen nur am Rande vor, da die Story Wickham folgt, der hier einfach swoonworthy ist. Lydia ist hier ebenfalls eine Überraschung :-)
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  • mary b
    5.0 out of 5 stars If ever a book deserved a 5 star rating, this is it
    Reviewed in Canada on February 5, 2021
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    This is probably one of the most Imaginative variations on P and P I have read. It's easy to become bored with a story everyone knows so well but this book takes a totally different approach that is fresh and engrossing. Well written. The familiar characters are (mostly) all there but with insights that the reader might never have thought of. I read it in one sitting and was sorry to see it end. Without giving the story away it would be fun to hear more of George and India's adventures. A keeper!
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  • Laura J
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 8, 2021
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    Loved it. The story itself, different from an I've read before; the pace, the way the characters were portrayed, the whole setting. This team does a wonderful job. Highly recommend.
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  • A true P&P fan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best Wickham backstory I have ever read.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 20, 2021
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    Very enjoyable . Plausible story line and all the original characters true to P&P versions of them. Had to read it all in one day, couldn"t put it down!!!
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