Memory: Volume 3, How Far We Have Come: A Tale of Pride and Prejudice Review
The final volume of Memory. This book continues advancing the lives of all the characters. Most have matured for the better. We finally get to see more of Caroline and what has become of her. As always her fixation and aspiration to claw her way to the elite circles still drives her actions. If nothing else the high point of this volume is the dinner at Lucas Lodge when Mrs. Bennet finally is put in her place. I have always wanted some form of karma to befall Mrs. Bennet, Caroline, Wickham, Lady Catherine, and of course Lydia! It is all here from volume one to volume three. I am thrilled!
I like that the author has the two main characters meet early in Book One without the negative aspects associated with the assembly in the original P&P. That is a favorite theme with this author's other works as well and one which I enjoy. In my opinion Ms. Wells' books are well written. There are sexual encounters between the characters. If this bothers you then maybe this isn't the book for you. This is a variation, adaptation, or "what if" of Austen's work. Whatever you want to call it, if I wanted to read a retelling of Pride and Prejudice I would just read the original, again. I like reading and imagining the myriad of possibilities that the author puts forth. She does not disappoint.
Memory: Volume 3, How Far We Have Come: A Tale of Pride and Prejudice Overview
The third volume of the Memory series, How Far We Have Come, finds the Darcys with a family of their own, fully matured and comfortable with their positions as the master and mistress of Pemberley. The fears and demons of Darcy's past have been addressed, and the formidable Fitzwilliam family has accepted and embraced the unique and exceptional example of marriage that the Darcys display. Now it is Elizabeth's turn to finally put to rest the pain of her history, while at the same time influencing her sisters to grow and become women to be admired as well. The Darcys often bemuse their friends and family with their approach to addressing the many facets of their lives, however, all are quick to admit that they are better for knowing them. The story contains scenes of a mature nature.
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Customer Reviews
worthy conclusion to the series - Austen lover -
I enjoyed the first 2 volumes of the series so it is no surprise that the last one is good as well. We are now several years into Elizabeth's and Darcy's marriage. Most of the primary characters are married and some surprisingly so. Mrs. Bennett in this version of the story is essentially horrid and she gets her own deserved treatment. As opposed to the 2nd volume, dealing with Darcy's relationship with his father, this one is for Lizzy and her family. I love the time when all 5 sisters are together for the first time in years. The attitude of the fathers and daughters is very touching.
My only complaint is that the epilogue needed a year attached to the final scenes. We fast forward MANY years for the coming out ball, and the scene is begun with a journal entry from the past (but it is not readily apparent).
Enjoy and savor this wonderful book series. If you like details and length to your books, this is it (and pick up the others by this author)
Worthy conclusion - Malli22 - Texas
In the third and final volume to 'Memory', Darcy and Elizabeth have matured considerably. Their family is firmly established and Elizabeth is finally able to move past her demons. Mrs. Bennet does indeed get her comeuppance.
By this novel, you're already 1000+ pages into the story, so you'd undoubtedly finish it. At some points, the writing and grammar are a bit off, but it is forgivable because the interactions between Darcy and Elizabeth easily overshadow the mistakes.
My favorite part of this author's P&P formula is that Darcy and Lizzy always meet and become attached quickly. And the obstacles are dealt with through each others' support. 'Memory' is no different. Its so much longer than 'Chance Encounters' or 'Fate & Consequences' because they meet much earlier (Lizzy is 15). The story follows about five years into their lives. There's a lot to cover.
Be patient with the length. Otherwise, it's very enjoyable.
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