Continuing Pride and Prejudice

Rating: 7.5 out of 10


I have finished the second novel in a series by Sharon Lathan, written as a continuation of the story of Pride and Prejudice.  The first, Mr. & Mrs. Fitzwilliam Darcy, starts from the beginning of their marriage through the early spring of their first year together.  I wrote a brief review here.  The second, Loving Mr. Darcy, continues that story. 

It is interesting to see the development of their relationship, and the continued deepening of their love.  However, I have to say that I am glad I didn't spend money to buy these books.  The description of their intimacy, I feel, is a little much.  Once per chapter, if not more, there is a description of their interludes.  Maybe I am prudish, but I feel this much detail is a little excessive.  There are some aspects of a marriage relationship that belong solely between a husband and wife, and even literary characters such as Darcy and Lizzy are entitled to some privacy.