One of my favourites

Oh, this was a wonderfully endearing variation. I loved the storyline, and the letters were delightfully worded. The author’s writing is very very good. Sweet, clean read. Highly recommend. I loved it all. Mandy Gasson’s narration of the letters was also very good. This is one of those books worth listening to more than once.

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Charming Sister Story

Very well done. It was nice to see into the thoughts of all of the sisters. We are treated to a wholly different experience of our dear friends. Thankfully, no Caroline, Mrs. Bennet or Lady Catherine dropping in unannounced. Very little Mr. Collins ~ additional bonus there. The thoughts and feelings of the daughters are poignant and beautifully written. I was sorry it ended so quickly as there was so much more I wanted to see to fruition with Jane especially but all of the ladies. After all they had been through in the many months before the story started it would have been nice to see them all land on their feet. The narrator was enjoyable to listen to and gave the story life.

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A jewel amongst JAFF stories.

While the first part of the book made Lizzy sparkle, the second part blew me away. The POV of her sisters not to mention Mr. Darcy's not only made me smile even laugh out loud at times, I was moved to tears more than once. Imagine Little Women but multiply its subtleness, sweetness, creativeness and emotions by a thousand.
To summarize my favourite parts would not do the word summarize justice for it would lead to numerous pages filled with unique scenes. Even JAFF affectionados who have read hundreds of P&P variations will have to admit that this story is not a weak copy of previously published plots but quite the opposite.
After reading and listening to this book, it is impossible to name my favourite character. I quite agree with Mr. Darcy at the end: I could love all Elizabeth's sisters as much as I love my siblings.
I look forward to the publishing of the audible version of Far from the tree. I had not thought it possible for Jeannie Peneaux to write another variation that could enchant me this much but she did. Far from the tree however contains many dialogues between Darcy and Lizzy that have the potential to make an audiobook most enjoyable. I wouldn't mind it being read by the same narrator for she did an excellent job.
I would have given Dear Nameless Stranger 10 stars easily and can recommend Jeannie Peneaux's P&P variations to all fans of Regency books.

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A wonderful read

I have read a many A pride and prejudice variation and have come to see that this is one of my favorites the narrator spoke very well she brought the book to life with her words and was able to bring the characters of the Bennett as well as Darcy to life. The story in itself is a wonderful read. even in the midst of tragedy the story goes and shows how one simple act of kindness can change the lives of so many if you’re in the mood for something lighthearted but immensely and deeply romantic I highly recommend this book. I bought this book I was not offered it I just found it randomly as I am a very big fan of pride and prejudice variations I hope this review me helps those just like me. I hope you all have a fun and happy read.

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Loved it.

Original storyline with wonderful insights into the minds of all of the Bennet sisters. Managed to maintain the happy enjoyable reading that made us all Jane Austin fans to begin with.

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I was in tears, laughing out loud, this is a Must

One of my favorite P & P thus far! I absolutely loved it. Even throughs the is tragic loss I love how all 5 sisters loved each other. Perfect time of year read/listen. Goodness , kindness. I listened straight through Mr Darcy ugh, a woman’s dream man.

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A Wonderful Wonderful Delight!!!!

This far exceeded my expectations. I wish it went on and on because I was so sad when I heard "The End". Jeannie Peneaux is an extremely talented writer. She fleshed out the five Bennett sisters, each with a distinct and interesting personality. In this Pride and Prejudice variation, Mr. and Mrs. Bennett died within days of one another from an illness. The heir, Rev Collins, a despicable excuse of a man, turned the Bennett daughters out of their home without a penny. Darcy, whose marriage was previously was harshly turned down by Elizabeth, found out that this was going to happen because his Aunt Katherine wrote and told him. She also told him she advised Rev Collins that he should not make any financial provisions for the girls. Collins took everything! Darcy anonymously provided the sisters a cottage in Meryton, an absolutely fantastic lady companion, and funds for support. The only thing the sisters had to do in return was send a monthly letter to the anonymous benefactor they called "Sir". The story was told in large part through these letters. I grew to love the spirited Lydia. Mary was magnificent. Kitty was the best surprise of them all because her letters were so clever and imaginative (her letters alone make the book worth a listen). One of Jane's letters actually brought me to tears. Mary's letters showed that she was a strong principled person and was not afraid to admonish Rev Collins in a harsh manner for his despicable character. Elizabeth's letters gave Darcy much insight into her true feelings and he grew more in love than ever with her. It requires an extremely talented writer to impart such strong emotions in the reader/listener. I was totally immersed and wanted more, more, more.

This was the first book in which I have heard the narrator, Mandy Gaston. Her performance was amazing. She has a very pleasant smooth voice and read with a perfect understanding of the story. Her inflection and cadence are spot on. She did not mispronounce a single word. Her performance made this already fantastic book even more fantastic. Both the author and the narrator were new to me and I am going to look for more books from them.

I highly recommend this book. Even if you have never heard of Pride and Prejudice, I believe you will love this book simply because of the excellent writing and performance. As I said, it is a wonderful wonderful delight.

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A clever variation.

The letters provide a different and richer perspective on the characters. I enjoyed the story very much!

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A lovely story

Letters so often can make a story of such greater dimension. This was sweet with so many points of view woven in perfectly. Never became ponderous or overdone.

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Outstanding

You have provided me with many hours of listening enjoyment.. telling of one story through different letters from the key characters is like putting together a jigsaw puzzle to reveal a beautiful heart warming picture. Bravo

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