The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennet, Witch
by Melinda Taub
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Pub Date Oct 03 2023 | Archive Date Oct 06 2023
Quercus Books | Arcadia
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Description
Miss Lydia Bennet may be the youngest, but what she lacks in maturity and responsibility, she more than makes up for in energy, fun - and magic.
In this exuberant reimagining of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, Lydia Bennet puts pen to paper to relate the real events and aftermath of the classic story from her own perspective. Some facts are well known: Mrs. Bennet suffers from her nerves; Mr. Bennet suffers from Mrs. Bennet, and all five daughters suffer from an estate that is entailed only to male heirs.
But Lydia also suffers from entirely different concerns: her best-loved sister Kitty is really a barn cat, and Wickham is every bit as wicked as the world believes him to be, but what else would you expect from a demon? And if you think Mr. Darcy was uptight about dancing etiquette, wait till you see how he reacts to witchcraft. Most of all, Lydia has yet to learn that when you're a witch, promises have power . . .
Full of enchantment, intrigue, danger, and boundless magic, The Scandalous Confessions of Miss Lydia Bennet, Witch, has all the irreverent wit, strength, and romance of Pride and Prejudice - while offering a highly unexpected redemption for the wildest Bennet sister.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781529426243 |
| PRICE | £20.00 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 400 |
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Featured Reviews
Amba K, Reviewer
How many ways can I say how excellent this book is? It's one of the best novels out this year and a must-read for anyone who wants to find out how Lydia Bennett, the vacuous wannabe it-girl of Austen's Pride Prejudice, in fact turns out to be a brave and heroic witch, hiding her magical abilities from society, and working to save the mysterious Miss Lambe from being eaten by a dragon. Oh and Wickham isn't quite who or what you think he is and as for Kitty - the clue to her real identity is in her name ... This is a brilliant spin on the well known characters and events in Pride and Prejudice - find out what really happened when Miss Lydia Bennett eloped with the evil Mr Wickham and what Mr Darcy did next!
Christie K, Reviewer
This book was far more entertaining than it had any right to be.
Pride and Prejudice is one of my favourite classic novels and I was a bit dubious that messing with the source material was going to produce a good story. But this book was meticulous in following the pride and prejudice storyline, while filling in the gaps with a good witchy romp that makes you look at some of the minor characters in a much different light. And I think where this really works is that all the characters are recognisable from P&P, they feel like the same people,
Perfect for people who like cosy fantasy and regency novels. A high 4 stars for me
Laura C, Reviewer
For the Austen die hards this is basically sacrilege but the thing about sacrilege is that it can be great fun- which this book truly is.
The writing flows along beautifully, it feels very natural and effortlessly conjures up the impression of regency.
It is quite literally magic. If you are looking for a well written, joyful read this is the book.
Justice for Lydia at last!
Jordan C, Reviewer
Book Review 📚
The Scandalous Confessions of Lydia Bennett, Witch by Melinda Taub - 4/5 ⭐
Ok, brutal honestly first. I hold no love over Austen's work - have never been a fan and unfortunately have zero clue about the characters because I just can't read her work. That being said this book was AMAZING. Honestly, I cannot praise it enough.
This version of Lydia makes me so happy! The witchy-ness and the shenanigans from Lydia were so amazingly written. It's like Victorian cross fantasy. The depth that has gone into this book is mind blowing. The writing style is so wild and entertaining that it kept me engrossed throughout.
From start to finish the book is engaging, funny and it stole my heart. There is an equal amount of romance to humor and it all just makes sense, I don't know how but it does! This is the first piece of work I have read from Taub but it's safe to say I'll be happy to read her previous work and any newly released work!
Thank you to NetGalley and Quercus Books for allowing me to read this ARC - this is an HONEST review from my own personal opinion.
Donna R, Reviewer
A wonderful book for any fan of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. This tells the story of Lydia Bennet and her witchy ways. This is a fun book to read and and a change from the wonderful classic novel we all know and love. And I think that is what makes this book such a hit.
Love Lydia in this story, the writing is wonderful, the book is fun and entertaining to read and I really didn't want to put it down. I loved it. A great read and one which I highly recommend.
Thank you NetGalley and Quercus Books for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book.
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