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Of War and Love

By: Joe Quackenboss
Narrated by: Benjamin Fife
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In this Pride and Prejudice historical romance variation, a young Duke strives for peace, independence, and maybe love in the vapid high society of 19th-century England.

When Alexander Washburn was recalled from the Napoleonic Campaigns in Spain to take up his family's seat at Richmond, he never would have guessed that love was on the horizon for him. With his new position as the duke of Richmond, it is expected that he find a wife to carry on his family line. However, Alex has seen the very darkness of men's souls and suffers from the experience. Is it possible for love to heal a war-torn heart?

©2022 Joseph Quackenboss (P)2023 Joe Quackenboss
Historical Fiction Military Protector Regency Regency Romance Romance Heartfelt War
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Wonderful book.

What a wonderful book! Some parts remind me of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, one of my favourite books.
It is very well written, with a lot of depth and emotion, but also with humour. Benjamin Fife’s narration is brilliant.

A review copy of this book was sent to me by the author. All of the above opinions are my own.

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Would not recommend

Alexander Washburn, youngest son of the Duke of Richmond, had to make his own way in the world.
His career in the army saw him rise to the rank of major, but his horrific experiences fighting Napoleon, weigh on his mind and soul.

Due to untimely deaths in his family, Alex finds himself recalled from Spain to take up the duties as Duke.

It is essential that he find a wife to secure an heir. Unfortunately, this means joining the marriage mart of Society, while struggling with a reticent temperament and what we would call PTSD.

An interesting premise for a story.
I’m a huge fan of JAFF, so the label of Pride and prejudice variation guaranteed my interest.

However, what we get is Pride and prejudice, almost word for word, with all the characters renamed (some very oddly). All is told from Alex’s (Darcy) perspective, which shows his fascination with the ‘Lizzy’ character, as purely self-serving. He has no insight into who she is and what she feels.

I know Fitzwilliam Darcy was the same, but it seems even worse when all we have is Alex’s thoughts.

While JAFF fans expect Jane Austen quotes, this really was too much.

Regretfully, I cannot recommend.

As ever, Benjamin Fife’s narration was excellent.

I received a free copy of this audiobook via StoryOrigin and am voluntarily leaving a review. All views expressed are my own.

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