: 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
Readers on Goodreads and Amazon have shared mixed impressions of the "Adonis" twist and the book's pacing: The Secret Engagement of Fitzwilliam Darcy by J...
“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 : Billed as a "quick romantic getaway," the
“Fun secrets behind this engagement. What I loved was seeing how Mary's character was developed.” Amazon UK What I loved was seeing how Mary's character was developed
“Darcy and Lizzie manage to get to know each other very well while they chaperone the acknowledged couples. A nice romance with some angst.” Amazon UK
: 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.