Fitzwilliam Darcy By J... — The Secret Engagement Of

: Billed as a "quick romantic getaway," the book is a standalone Regency-era romance designed for fans who enjoy light, low-angst variations of Jane Austen's iconic couple. Community Perspectives

, written by authors Jane Grix and April Floyd , is a Pride and Prejudice variation that introduces a major twist: a highly attractive, "Adonis-like" Mr. Collins. Key Features

: To counter this threat, Darcy and Bingley take "immediate action" to secure Elizabeth and Jane, leading to a secret engagement and house party antics at Netherfield. The Secret Engagement of Fitzwilliam Darcy by J...

: Reviewers from Amazon noted that the story develops typically background characters, particularly Mary Bennet , and features an "eye-rolling" Lady Catherine.

Readers on Goodreads and Amazon have shared mixed impressions of the "Adonis" twist and the book's pacing: : Billed as a "quick romantic getaway," the

“I thought based on the summary that Collins' "Adonis-like" looks were going to play a bigger role in the story but... they didn't.” Amazon UK

“Fun secrets behind this engagement. What I loved was seeing how Mary's character was developed.” Amazon UK Key Features : To counter this threat, Darcy

: When the handsome new Mr. Collins arrives at Longbourn, his good looks cause immediate concern for Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy, who fear he might easily win over the Bennet daughters.