I hadn't intended to read this book at all even though I like the author's writing very much. My first thought was that the author was just piggy-backing on the current Twilight craze. How could you possibly turn Mr. Darcy into a vampire? Second thought: Maybe this was supposed to be comedic in the vein of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. In any case, there it was at the library begging to come home with me.
What a pleasant surprise! Grange has written a suspenseful Gothic romance that keeps you turning the pages. The book begins on the morning of Jane & Elizabeth's weddings to Bingley and Darcy. After the wedding, Lizzie and Darcy climb into their coach to set off on their wedding trip. Only instead of heading to the Lakes District, Lizzie finds out that Darcy is taking her to the Continent. Surprised by occasional looks of torment on Darcy's face, Lizzie is further confused by being left alone on her wedding night.
The action in the novel takes us from the salons of Paris to a suitably foreboding castle in the Alps, then on to the glittering decay of Venice and finally, Rome. Lizzie finds herself caught up in a world that is not as it seems, uncertain of Darcy's love for her and set upon by individuals who seem able to compel her against her wishes.
What secret is tormenting Darcy? Does Darcy really love her? Will love triumph over ancient evil? You'll have to read this one to find out!
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