The Mysterious Death of Mr Darcy by Regina Jeffers

Release: March 19th 2013
Format: Ebook
Publisher: Ulysses Press
Source: RABT Book Tours
Find it at: Amazon, B&N, Kobo

A thrilling story of murder and betrayal filled with the scandal, wit, and intrigue characteristic of Austen’s classic novels

Fitzwilliam Darcy is devastated. The joy of his recent wedding has been cut short by the news of the sudden death of his father’s beloved cousin, Samuel Darcy. Elizabeth and Darcy travel to Dorset, a popular Regency resort area, in order to pay their respects to the well-traveled and eccentric Samuel. But this is no summer holiday. However, danger bubbles beneath Dorset’s peaceful surface as strange and foreboding events begin to occur. Several of Samuel’s ancient treasures go missing, and then his body itself disappears.

As Darcy and Elizabeth investigate this mystery and unravel its tangled ties to the haunting legends of Dark Dorset, the legendary couple’s love is put to the test when sinister forces strike close to home. However, some secrets should remain secrets, but Darcy will do all he can to find answers—even if it means meeting his own end in the damp depths of a newly dug grave.
With malicious villains, dramatic revelations and heroic gestures, The Mysterious Death of Mr. Darcy will keep Austen fans turning the pages right up until its dramatic conclusion.

About the Author:

Regina Jeffers, an award-winning author of historical cozy mysteries, Austenesque sequels and retellings, as well as Regency era romances, has worn many hats over her lifetime: daughter, student, military brat, wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, tax preparer, journalist, choreographer, Broadway dancer, theatre director, history buff, grant writer, media literacy consultant, and author. Moreover, living outside of Charlotte, NC, Jeffers writes novels that take the ordinary and adds a bit of mayhem, while mastering tension in her own life with a bit of gardening and the exuberance of her “grand joys.”

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The Mysterious Death of Mr Darcy Review:

The main highlight of the story is Darcy and Elizabeth. I loved their relationship and dialogues. Generally, in such books, I would feel the romance as a barrier towards progressing the mystery. However, in this case, I did not mind Darcy and Elizabeth’s interruptions to show their affection for each other. Their love is so sweet and adorable, and made the story stand out. Also, I loved Edward and his role in the storyline.

Similarly, the author also did a very nice job in maintaining the suspense. As the story progresses, the plot gets intense where Darcy and Elizabeth’s life is at stake. The author also adds quite a few twists and turns that you do not expect. For example, the story touches on gypsies, ancient practices, rituals and Egyptian mummifications that you do not expect in such a book. Moreover, many of the characters like Mrs. Ridgeway, Stowbridge, Gry etc. have an aura of mystery where you feel they are hiding something. Some of the memorable scenes are when the gypsy attacks Elizabeth and they go underwater, or when they investigate the shoe size. The climax is amazing and one that I would not forget.

However, the story is a bit detailed at times, which in my opinion, could be shortened. I was so engrossed with the plot that I wanted to see how it continues. But at times, the author provided regular recaps which slowed the pace. But, I loved that this could be enjoyed as a standalone, as I had not read the previous books. Also, the dialogues felt true to the era and the characters felt authentic.

Overall, this was a terrific historical mystery novel and I now want to read the previous novels.

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