How to Fall In Love With a Man You Thought You Hated – Elizabeth Adams

March 22, 2022 • Reviews • 39 Comments

What If Colonel Fitzwilliam Spoke Of Wickham Instead of Bingley on His Walk With Elizabeth?

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars

Source: Gift from Author

TYPE OF NOVEL: Pride and Prejudice Variation

THE PREMISE: Between learning about Wickham’s true character and his infamous dealings with Mr. Darcy and Charlotte’s persistent badgering that Mr. Darcy is in love with her, Elizabeth’s pride and understanding in her own judgments is deeply unsettled. Which leads to Mr. Darcy discovering Elizabeth’s true opinion of him, and his wise decision to not to make his proposals. Now determined to be the proper suitor Elizabeth deserves, Mr. Darcy begins to court her in earnest…

WHAT I LOVED:

  • Eyes Are Opened: What a great twist to employ! Both Elizabeth’s and Mr. Darcy’s eyes are opened earlier in the story. And because of this, their relationship traverses a different and smoother path. Although there are still a few obstructions for them to navigate around.
  • A Satisfying Courtship: Darcy is single-minded in his pursuit (which is so swoony to see), and while he lets Elizabeth set the pace, he let’s her know the depth of his devotion in many ways. The couple shares many private and quiet moments together to further their understanding and feelings for one another, and Mr. Darcy is everything that is patient, ardent, and flirty! I loved witnessing Elizabeth’s progression towards falling in love – how she begins to anticipate their time together and wish for Mr. Darcy’s smiles. In addition, I also appreciated that it wasn’t a perfect courtship and that the setbacks they faced were authentic and understandable.
  • Colonel Fitzwilliam: The MVP and hero of this tale in many ways! I loved his relationships with both Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth in this story. With Mr. Darcy he teases and provokes, but also encourages and provides wise counsel. And his relationship with Elizabeth grows deeper into a protective, sibling-like relationship. He is such a loyal and endearing character in this tale, and I was happy to see a little subplot about his own romantic affairs included.
  • Charlotte Collins: The wise friend who you should listen to! I loved Charlotte’s point-of-view in this story – she is so observant and she imparts her observations to Elizabeth and to others in the cleverest of ways. I also loved her moments of self-awareness and how she recognizes she has grown and transformed since her marriage.

WHAT I WASN’T TOO FOND OF:

  • Nothing in particular. Perhaps just a few moments of wanting more.

CONCLUSION:

With sweet scenes of honesty, playful teasing, and ardent love this latest release by Elizabeth Adams is a most delightful and diverting read! Elizabeth Adams always delivers skillfully-crafted stories that are full of wit, romance, and charm.  How To Fall in Love With a Man You Thought You Hated is an excellent choice for readers looking for a story that is lighthearted and amusing! I highly recommend!

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39 comments

  1. What a fabulous review Meredith. It sounds wonderful. I do love Elizabeth Adams’ books. I will definitely be reading this one.

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  5. Fabulous review Meredith! I agree with it all. I always love a flirty, romantic Darcy so this was definitely a book for me. I also love a helpful Colonel so another plus! Loved it and now I think it’s about time for another reread!

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  8. Delightful review, Meredith. I have this on my wish list and hope to read it one day. I had that thought on the back burner but your review has me moving it forward to the front of my list. Thanks for sharing. Blessings.

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  11. I have read this one and loved it.
    I do love Ms Adams work so had it on preorder.
    Thank you for your lovely review Meredith, I think it may be time for a re read.

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  15. Thank you so much for this review my friend, it’s always a pleasure to find lighthearted and fun stories to put you in the good mood 😉
    By the way, I always forgot to tell you that I like very much the series of photos you put in the head of your blog! They picture so many beautiful things, books and Fezzik 🙂

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  18. I truly thought I had read this but can’t find it in my records (as disorganized as they are,) but perhaps I kept seeing the title and moving it up to the top of my wish list multiple times….well I must read it now. Thanks for the perfect review.

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