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An Even Path: 5? - 9 days ago

Missing an update....hope one (or two) arrive soon.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Man of No Consequence - Chapter Nine - 12 days ago

Apparently, Mr. Bennet has no boundaries on making sport of his neighbors, even when it is cruel and unsparing of his daughter's feelings or his dinner guest's dignity. He has made as little effort as possible to clearly state Darcy's position to Elizabeth or to Mrs. Bennet. The latter was deliberate, and done for his own amusement. I understand that there will be an HEA, but I hope Darcy and
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: Gold, All Gold - 13 days ago

Please dip your toe into that well of imagination and write a few more "vagaries." This one is quite beautiful.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: to the powers that be: don't even attempt to interfere with a Wednesday posting! - 18 days ago

Eagerly awaiting your posting. Not impatient at all. Not a bit.....
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Man of No Consequence - Chapter Eight - 19 days ago

Hasn't Heather said that her lovely story has already grown by one or two chapters? Personally, I'd like to read an extra ten or so chapters. :) She's built up such taut emotions and lush romance, not to mention some twinkly humor from Mr. Bennet in these eight chapters.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Man of No Consequence - Chapter Seven - 26 days ago

QuoteShe breathed in as her gaze rose to meet his. His eyes, as implacable as flint, stared back, echoing his challenge. “I…I…” Her throat closed on the words she could not speak. Like ice on a pond, her thin veneer of calm shattered as another tear crept down her cheek. “Mr. Darcy, please accept the answer from my heart, for both our sakes, and let us say no more. This situation is wholly imposs
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: The Brighton Effect - Chapter Nine - 4 weeks ago

Emotional layers are peeling away as subtle blushings appear on the cheeks of our fair heroine(s). Nicely done, and how wonderful that no one stumbled upon Kitty and her intense reading the Peerage. Though I look forward to her deepening understanding of and friendship with Elizabeth. Very much looking forward to The Pemberley Effect.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Man of No Consequence - Chapter Six - 4 weeks ago

Love this story, and very much appreciate the irony of your title appearing on the boards just above ours, The Most Interesting Man in the World. I must say, your Man of No Consequence certainly is an interesting guy. So many directions this could go as E&D draw closer without fully understanding the other's thoughts and recognizing the other's misapprehensions. Lizzy didn't seem to hear her
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: The Most Interesting Man in the World, Part Four - 4 weeks ago

Bunny trails...what a great summation of Bingley's wandering thought process. As for the kissing, we're sorry to tell you Bings has many more questions as his wedding night nears. If only he can figure out how to ask them. ;)
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Man of No Consequence - Chapter Five - 5 weeks ago

Mr. Bennet is just self-absorbed enough, and just self-pitying enough with his confinement, and just petty enough to either ignore what he has learned about Darcy or consciously withhold it from Elizabeth because it amuses him (and so few things amuse him while stuck in a chair in one room). I'd like to think I am wrong, and that perhaps Darcy wonders about Mr. Bennet's confusion over his place
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: The Most Interesting Man in the World, Part III - 5 weeks ago

Ah yes, the perfect bromance. Darcy would be appalled to think of such a thing, but they are a great pair. Thanks goodness those Bennet sisters will steady them. Thanks!
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: The Most Interesting Man in the World, Part III - 5 weeks ago

Good point. Bingley sees all, considers all, yet the mathematics involved in adding it all up simply escapes him! Probably too busy thinking about men in togas and all those dead languages.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: Adventures at Morecastle, part 5 - 6 weeks ago

I'll miss this story, but the thought of Darcy pulling out the "Big Black Book of Banned Creatures and Inanimate Objects, Pemberley Edition" makes me smile.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Er, not neither Neil nor Bobby... - 6 weeks ago

Tim Hardin wrote and recorded "If I Were A Carpenter" in 1967. But Bobby Darin made it a Top Ten hit. Perfect song for this wonderful story.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: The Most Interesting Man in the World, Part Two - 6 weeks ago

You must be peeking ahead to the next few chapters, or simply recalling how much Bingley does become his own man--able to forgive Darcy and move on to his own happiness--in P&P. He's a bit lost now, like Darcy, but all puppies grow up and learn not to "wander." :)
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: Adventures at Morecastle, Part 3 - 7 weeks ago

I cannot vouch for the accents (though they read just fine) but you sure do know how to describe sea caves, with the dappling of light and sparkling pools of water. The realistic touches were wonderfully observed, from Mrs. Gardiner's bewildered awakening to the aches and pains felt by the men. I'm glad Elizabeth took note of their slower, deliberate movements, and is growing fully aware of the
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Man of No Consequence - Chapter Three - 7 weeks ago

Wonderful chapter! I love this story. Elizabeth is filled with uncritical curiosity and Jane is the one casting an appraising eye: Quote“In fact, I can find only one fault in his appearance,” Jane continued. “The arrangement of his neck cloth would never pass muster among the town gentlemen.”
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: From This Day Forward - The Darcys from Pemberley, Chapter 1 - 8 weeks ago

Lovely glimpse of the newlyweds. Not so sure about the staff's attitude.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

The Breaking Point - 8 weeks ago

A/N: Spring might never arrive, so I've taken out my frustration with a short Regency trifle full of stomping feet and histrionics. Not historically accurate at all, although the rumors about the composer’s intended muse are indeed documented. It’s late August at Rosings. Anger is all around. The Breaking Point Outside, she observed, it was cool and rainy, a great change from the previou
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Lesson in the Theatre, Chapters 6-8 - 2 months ago

What a fine and carefully considered tale you are writing. ;) Am I the only one who had Disneyesque visions of bluebirds and woodland creatures flitting about to help sew and cut and trim Anne's gown? She is a bit of a Cinderella, after all. Let's hope her mother stays far away. The bit with the actress was wonderful. Mutual affection assured when both are made to feel the other's equal.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Man of No Consequence - Chapter Two - 2 months ago

Incompetent footmen, indeed, allowing others to think Darcy is the steward. Who eats in the South Dining Room, of all places! Wonderful story, especially with the alternating POV so we see Darcy's bruised ego ("she didn't come back again?!") and Elizabeth's nocturnal torment. I can only hope they cross paths again soon.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Man of No Consequence - Chapter One - 2 months ago

Lovely beginning, both to the story and to an intriguing relationship. Elizabeth notices the dust on Darcy's sleeve, her father notices the mud on her petticoat. Wonder what else, and how soon, they'll notice a few other things out of sync?
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

So Much Fun - 2 months ago

What a lovely and witty romp you've written for us to enjoy again and again. I had to love a Caroline, who--lacking the customary beady eyes with which to observe every detail of others' lives--has missed so much. In addition to all that others have mentioned, there is this gem: QuoteMari A. Received letter from D today that was so blotted & illegible that we first thought it was from C. D
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: A Lesson In the Theatre-- Chapter 1 - 2 months ago

Nicely done! I sense a tale of female empowerment! Alas, a dead Studmuffin....
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: How adorably bromantic! (nfm) - 2 months ago

I love this line! And they are adorably bromantic, what with curls and cleft chins!
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: By The Numbers, Chapter 18--The End - 2 months ago

Thank you! I'd best get to work then on one of those ten story ideas buzzing about my brain. Because after I post a little Regency piece later this week, I've got nothing to share! ;)
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: Really excellent work! - 2 months ago

What a sweet critique! Thanks...I learned so much too. Can't wait till my next trip to NYC.
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Re: By The Numbers, Chapter 18--The End - 2 months ago

Aw! I earned a teal dot? How lovely. Thank you for following along and faithfully commenting!
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

Ditto! - 2 months ago

Pure genius. Absolutely hilarious. And I do believe this is the first JAFF I've ever run across in which Charles is seen reading a book (other than those illustrated how-to books for the wedding night). LOL
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild

By The Numbers, Chapter 18--The End - 2 months ago

The countdown is over. We have an HEA. But there’s a little more left to this story (and a bit more Pablo Neruda poetry) so our couple, their friends and family, can come full circle. I want to thank all the readers, especially those who chimed in with comments, for giving my first big story a try. I’ve truly appreciated your thoughts and encouragement. Chapter 18 After nearly three weeks
by jancat - Derbyshire Writers' Guild
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