A family of phantoms masquerading as matchmakers

3.5* rounded down
I've really enjoyed reading Ms Jackson's previous fantastic variations of P&P, but for me, this one fell short of the mark. Granted, I thought that the plot was fun and interesting, and the new characters (especially the "spirited" ones) were vividly sketched. I d the re-appearance of Aunty from a previous book and her role in this story. Contrary to some other reviewers, I did not find the biblical references overbearing; rather they were used as quotes to further dialogue, just as philosophers' posits were used.
What I didn't was that this was actually a story about Mary being the central heroine - based on the fact that she is the only person able to see) communicate with the other-worldly. She may not be only spewing religious treatises per canon, but she is still very prickly and downright mean to Elizabeth without just cause. Further, Elizabeth's canon "accomplishments" had to be downgraded to bump up Mary favourably.
Regardless of my issues with it and despite a few misnomers, this book is a novel variation and I will continue to look forward to any of Ms Jackson's stories.2 s Madenna U1,949 1 follower

Jane, Elizabeth, and Mary Bennet are invited to a house party along with Fitzwilliam Darcy, Charles and Caroline Bingley, and Andrew Sprott. It is hosted by a distant relative and old friend of Mr Bennet, who has an eligible bachelor son. The annual event is a known matchmaking event were everyone fears, Pride, or prejudices are overcome via fun events, communication and ghosts.2024-austenesque-challenge genre-history-romance genre-jaff ...more1 Susan6,059 54

In this Pride and Prejudice delightful variation it is time for the match making house party at Castle Omnis, home of Earl Reginald St. Edmund and his wife Lady Sarah, and the ghosts of their ancestors. How will each of the guests cope with them and will any one have a happy ending.
An entertaining and well-written story.austenesque austenesque-2024 kindle-unlimited1 CEK376 2

Very entertaining

Sprightly, humorous, romantic, witty, and informative. An entire family, with many generations of ghosts, hold a house party to which the three oldest Bennet sisters, along with the Bingleys and Darcy, are invited. Lots of fun and ghostly humor.1 Mariska454 1 follower

What Pure Fun!!!

This book is perfect for keeping you on the edge of your seat giggling, gasping, awww-ing, and sighing. The way everyone is encouraged to fall in love and trust their feelings is wonderful fun without any horrible embarrassment caused by others over selling someone. I loved this book! Sally A1 review

LOVE!!

I loved, loved, loved this book! This author has an amazing gift for writing with humor and heart. One of the best pride and prejudice variations I have ever read. Did I mention I loved this book!? Linda K Goodwin328 3

How exciting

This is so very exciting with ghosts, or spectrums. Love the order of things and the matchmaking taking place. And our dear Mary gets the best...lots of hea's!
Intriguing story ...and love the word tatadiddle! Alena Scott404 3

Interesting

Entertaining variation in a quirky way with a unique storyline of a family of ghosts and matchmaking hosts at a house party. Enjoy! CharlotteReads202

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