In a fantastic introduction to this new mystery duology starring competitive and competent lawyers Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy, readers join them as Lizzie takes on a new case about a deadly warehouse fire, but her legal case soon turns into a dramatic murder mystery as she seeks out the person who started the fire and why they would do so. As the mystery intersects with Darcy’s personal life and Lizzie’s complicated relationship with the idea of marriage (to anyone, not just Darcy), they must solve the cases and figure out their own issues at their respective firms before more people wind up dead. A fantastic new setting for these iconic literary characters, fans of Pride and Prejudice, rivals to lovers, and a good historical mystery will absolutely love Price’s new book. The characters are the absolute stars of the novel, and the alternating perspectives between Lizzie and Darcy really allow their personal and shared narratives to develop alongside the larger mystery. The appearance of familiar characters from Austen’s novels offer Easter eggs and a window into the rest of this fantastic historical setting, and the fun, romantic, and high-stakes nature of this mystery sets readers up for a strong and exciting sequel starring Lizzie and Darcy.

In Want of a Suspect by Tirzah Price is a thrilling, witty mystery that blends classic detective fiction with a charming historical setting. Set in Regency-era England, the novel introduces readers to a young woman caught in a web of deceit and suspicion. The protagonist is sharp and observant, yet faces challenges from both societal expectations and the complexities of family and relationships.

Price excels in creating an atmosphere that feels both period-authentic and engaging, capturing the tensions of the era while providing a fresh twist on the whodunit genre. The character development is another strong point, particularly in the protagonist's journey toward understanding her place in a world that often limits her agency. The mystery itself is intricately woven, with plenty of twists and red herrings to keep readers guessing until the very end.

Overall, In Want of a Suspect is a highly enjoyable read for fans of historical fiction and mystery, offering a delightful combination of suspense, romance, and clever plotting. Price’s writing is sharp, and her ability to balance mystery with character-driven drama makes this novel a standout in the genre.

What a dream to have another Lizzie & Darcy book! After reading Pride and Premeditation, I just wanted more from these characters, even with the always and authentically insufferable Mrs. Bennet. I really loved the way these characters and their relationship continued to develop. Though I'm not a big fan of historical fiction typically, I really enjoyed how Price used the setting as a way to talk about social issues such as patriarchy, feminism, equality, and relationships and how she continued that in this book; it's a highlight of the series to me and something that I feel truly sets it apart. I especially appreciated that due to the dual point of view, we got to see more of Darcy in this book and his struggles. I fell even more in love with these characters in this book and I think everyone who reads it will too! If you liked Pride & Premeditation this is a must-read! I will definitely be adding this series to our high school library. Thank you to NetGalley for this ARC.

Cozy mystery/Pride and Prejudice mash up is 100% my jam. Loved that so many people asked for more of Lizzie and Darcy following their appearance in 'Pride and Premeditation' that Tizrah decided to write more books for them!

Would have loved a smidge more romance but the characters are spot on -- reads exactly how you would envision these two behaving if they were solicitors! A quick and engrossing read that left me eager for more!

Lizzie and Darcy take on another murder case and watch as things start to unravel around them. From sneaking around, problems at work, and lots of secrets being revealed, I thoroughly enjoyed spending more time with these characters and the original spin Tirzah Price added onto their story.
I loved the development of Lizzie and Darcy’s relationship, as well as the added storylines with new characters and connections that made the mystery even more enjoyable. From the start I was trying to guess who was involved and continued to be hooked until the very end when everything was revealed. I continue to recommend this series and Price’s stories.

It was this Lizzie—coy and clever, that he found absolutely irresistible.

This book has everything I love all in one place. A historical cozy mystery, a setting with many beloved Jane Austen characters making appearances(Emma, Elinor, Marianne) and Lizzie and Darcy as the main characters at the start of their relationship. I enjoyed and appreciated how capable and resourceful Lizzie was too. There are many sweet moments between the two too. (And seeing Elinor and Marianne in action was lovely.)

The mystery of the whodunit in this book is well done. There are no suspects at first, then too many to name! All the details and seeds planted by the author are important and I couldn’t wait to see what would happen.

There were many times I laughed out loud, especially when Lizzie’s mother was involved. Darcy and Lizzie are trying to sort out their feelings for each other and she just made things so comical.

I can’t wait to see what is in store for these characters next!

The audio narrators were fantastic. With Sam Devereaux’s Darcy, his voice and tone reminded me so much of Matthew McFadden, I was loving it. Morag Sims’ lovely tone was perfect for Lizzie.

I received a NetGalley approval for the eARC from the publisher. Huge thank you! I borrowed the audio on Libby. All views are my own.

I haven’t read Price’s other series but I have bought audios and I can’t wait to listen.

A cozy, quirky return to Jane Austen's world with some of my most beloved characters, Lizzie and Darcy.

Appearances from Emma and The Dashwood's is the icing on the cake.

This was a fast paced, mystery figuring out how the fire started and many brushes with death. I enjoyed it so much.

Highly recommend if you like cozy mystery with some laughs!

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for a chance to read and review.

Tirzah Price is the new Jane Austen of young adult of taking a classic retelling and adding a mysterious. Highly recommend the this series.

Lisa if and Darcy are back. I'm not a big fan of defence drama but this book caught my attention and held it! Great character development and an interesting story plot. Looking forward to more! Thanks#Netgally and #HarperCollinsChildrensBooks for the eARC in exchange for a honest review. All opinions are mine.

Price has quickly become one of my favorite authors. In Want of a Suspect was such a fun read. I am eagerly anticipating more!

I really enjoyed this continuation of Lizzie's and Darcy's story. Price is so good at bringing Austen's characters to life in a new and vibrant setting. I really enjoy seeing them in this detective genre. Lizzie is so clever and quick-witted that I can easily believe she's a lawyer and solves crimes. I also like that there's more on-page time between her and Darcy and that their romantic attachment doesn't come at the cost of Lizzie's career.

The story is interesting - I found Price's decision to give Darcy an ex-fiancée an unique twist. The historical elements come through well and the story feels real and kept my interest throughout.

I definitely recommend this to fans of Price's previous books in this series. It's a nice addition and the mystery is well-thought out.

Read this if you like...
💕 Jane Austen retellings
🔎 plucky heroines
🌹 regency drama

Lizzie Bennet, London's first female solicitor, finds herself constantly pulled into mysteries with fellow lawyer Fitzwilliam Darcy at her side. The pair typically investigates unusual circumstances, but they've been retained for their deadliest case yet. When Lizzie is hired to investigate a mysterious warehouse fire and locate the suspected arsonist, it leads the pair right into the sitting room of Darcy's ex-fiancée. Feelings abound as Lizzie and Darcy try to solve this fiery case before either of them get snuffed out.

I thoroughly enjoyed Tirzah Price's previous novel Pride & Premeditation, but found myself slogging through this one. I credit that not to the author's ability, but to my changing taste. When I first read Pride & Premeditation, I mostly read YA; now, I've added more adult fiction to my repertoire since learned about the closed door fiction community. While I enjoyed the Austen-packed world of In Want of a Suspect with tongue-in-cheek references and the reinvention of classic Austen characters, the mystery itself was not complicated enough to hold my attention.

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Pride and Premeditation is one of my favorite Pride & Prejudice retellings of ever, so I was psyched to hear we were getting a sequel, and even more psyched to snag an ARC. Historically I've been disappointed by sequels to retellings that aren't retellings themselves, and I am so grateful that this wasn't the case with In Want of a Suspect. I loved getting to see the development of Lizzie and Darcy's relationship. (And getting Darcy's POV!) The mystery was in a sweet spot where I wasn't bored because I could predict everything but I also could figure out some of it, so I wasn't confused or frustrated.

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I feel that fans of Jane Austen will appreciate this retelling of some of her most beloved characters. I do think that this one showed a lot more of the relationship between Lizzie and Darcy. I loved all the tension and banter throughout the whole entire book, as well as the fact that they are solving a murder, but you can definitely tell that they have more of the romantic connection in this one. I had a good time reading this book. I would definitely read more from this author.

I am an absolute sucker for Jane Austen adjacent books, so I'm no stranger to Tirzah Price and her Jane Austen Murder Mystery series. I especially loved Pride and Premeditation and was delighted to find out solicitors Lizzie and Darcy were making further appearances in this new spin-off duology. In Want of a Suspect finds Lizzie and Darcy investigating arson at the warehouse of a former client. The plot involves crooked employers, love triangles, and mysterious women. I would have enjoyed more character development. It didn't seem like Darcy fit the traits we have come to know and love about the character in this new rendition. But overall, this was a fun, quick read and not super gruesome as far as murder mysteries go.

Placing our beloved and well known characters in a different environment is a scary prospect, but Price absolutely does right by Lizzie and Darcy. This reimagining of Pride and Prejudice gives us a whole new way to fall in love with Jane Austen’s work. I loved the London setting, the romantic dynamic, and the wonderful banter between our main characters.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for my copy. These opinions are my own.

Lizzie and Darcy my beloved 💕

I was so excited to hear that we were getting more of this duo and this book didn’t disappoint! I loved being back in this universe - watching the flirting, the banter, and especially the crime solving!

The story itself was a bit slow paced for me at times but I loved the cameos of the Dashwood sisters and thr Emma sighting!! (Hopefully this means we’ll see more of her in this series!!! 🤞🏻🤞🏻) I especially liked Guy! A cute doggie is always a wise addition.

Can’t wait for more of this series!!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this earc in exchange for my honest review.

Tirzah Price is the author of the Jane Austen Mysteries, a YA series of standalone mystery retellings of Jane Austen’s beloved classics, by way of Agatha Christie. They can be read in any order, although the chronological order of the series is Pride and Premeditation, Sense and Second-Degree Murder, Manslaughter Park.

The Lizzie and Darcy Mysteries are a YA spin-off series, making In Want of a Suspect a direct sequel to Pride and Premeditation. Price recommends reading Pride and Premeditation first.

I agree.

Price does a great job of pulling readers in, but if you haven’t read its predecessor, In Want of a Suspect will have you asking lots of questions like: How did Lizzie become a solicitor? and Why is she so familiar with Darcy, who is also a solicitor?

At some point you just have to give in and enjoy the ride. Lizzie is a bright spark. Much of her character is in keeping with Jane Austen’s characterization. Lizzie is smart, strong and independent, but she also dreams of love. Darcy is less of an open book, but their banter is spot on.

Price strikes a nice balance between mystery and romance, making this an engaging read.

This book is seriously fun. I didn’t read the book that preceded it and it was still easy to follow and so enjoyable. It does ruin some plot points for book one— so read that first. But I’m looking forward to reading the first anyway..

This is an alternate universe with Jane Austen’s characters solving mysteries and murders and just generally getting up to lots of shenanigans. It’s fun, it feels comfortable and warm because you know the characters, but develops the story in such a way that lets you see them in a new light. Give it a read!

Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for this book! I really enjoyed reading another adventure of Lizzie and Darcy. This was just as fun as the others, and of course the end took me by surprise! The only thing I wasn’t crazy about was the storyline with Henry—it felt a bit forced. But I’d absolutely recommend this book!