My book Mr. Darcy’s Enchantment actually came out in audiobook format from Tantor Media last month while I was still recovering from Lyme Disease and two days before I released A Matter of Honor, so I never managed to celebrate it with a giveaway. But now it’s time, and I’m ready to celebrate! Getting this audiobook made was a challenge because not only is it exceptionally long (twice the length of most of my books), but it also involves a lot of talent for different voicing for characters for Faerie, not to mention some ingenuity to voice the highly communicative meows of Pepper, the magical cat.
Pepper, the magical cat
Mr. Darcy’s Enchantment is a magical Pride & Prejudice variation with elements from Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, so I was incredibly fortunate to have the audio talents of Elizabeth Klett, who is an English professor by day and audiobook narrator by night, and whose academic specialties include Shakespeare and Jane Austen. And let me tell you, she did a fabulous job with Pepper’s sardonic meows, too!
But why would you be interested in a book that mixes Pride & Prejudice with magic? Well, this is from Austenesque Reviews’ 5 star review: “Whether or not you enjoy fantasy and believe in magic, this enchanting and compelling variation by Abigail Reynolds will cast you under its enigmatic spell…. Abigail Reynolds constructs a fascinating fantasy that entwines Jane Austen’s characters in an enchanted adventure filled with secrets, new prejudices, conflicts, corruption, and of course, magic.” It also won the Readers’ Choice Favorite Award for 2018. Another reader said, “I wasn’t sure I’d like it and I couldn’t put it down.”
Today I’m giving away a free audiobook of Mr. Darcy’s Enchantment from Audiobook.com to a lucky commenter. The audiobook is also available on Amazon, Audible, iTunes, Kobo, and Google Play, and to libraries through Overdrive and Hoopla. If you’d like to win a copy, please leave a comment.
In a Regency England where magic and faeries are real . . .
Fitzwilliam Darcy is a powerful magician who controls fire, water, and wind. What he cannot control is his growing feelings for Miss Elizabeth Bennet.
Elizabeth’s sentiments towards Darcy are quite different. She detests his arrogance, and she fears he will expose her use of forbidden magic—forbidden to women, that is. He is the last man in the world she would choose to help her on a difficult and dangerous task.
But when a magical war looms between the land of Faerie and their world, a Lord of Faerie demands that Darcy and Elizabeth serve together as his emissaries to make peace with the other mortals. That mission throws them into the middle of a chaotic power struggle between magicians whose power dwarfs their own, and everything Elizabeth has ever believed about her family, her friends, and her enemies will be called into question.
Want to know more? You can read the first few chapters here.
Don’t forget to comment to win an audiobook! You can tell me something that interests you about this book — or, if you’ve already read it, I’m in rather desperate need of advice about how to handle a certain Faerie prince named Aelfric who keeps trying to break into my next story…. 😉 Want a second chance to win? I’m giving away another copy on my own blog at Pemberley Variations, and you can comment there, too!
The giveaway is now over! The winner is Nicole. Thanks to all who commented!
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I haven’t read the book so I have great expectations. I have always enjoyed these magical versions of Miss Austen’s books.
My two favorite things….P&P and audiobooks!! I drive quite a bit so listening is how I get through a majority of the books I read. And your books never disappoint, Ms. Reynolds!
I look forward to Mr. Darcy’s Enchantment….sounds soooo enchanting and of course, I swoon.
I haven’t read this book yet, but the things I’ve just read about it sound really fun! I haven’t dared into audiobooks yet, but am very curious. This might be a wonderful start! Thank you for offering one of your fans a free copy!
Would love to give it a listen. Sounds very interesting.
I’d love to hear Pepper’s voice! 😉
While I wish myself good luck with the giveaway I wish you the best regarding your books and mainly your health!
Time to celebrate indeed!
Oh, Abigail, get well soon! I hope the noise does not keep you from your rest!
Perhaps Aelfric could be appeased with a (short story) Christmas sequel to ‘Mr. Darcy’s Enchantment’? What do the Fay think of snow? Does it ever snow in Faery? And how do Anne and Aelfric get along? Are they into much mischief? 😉
Oh, I’m not entering the giveaway, since I already know the book – but I wish all the other participants good luck!!
I was not sure how I felt about the mix of fairies and P & P. I do like innovative variations but this seemed a little far out there. But as a long time Abigail fan I decided to take a chance What a wonderful book! Great story line, wonderful characters as usual. Can’t wait to hear it on audio. Congratulations .
I absolutely adored this story. The Fae genre is a favourite of mine and mixing it up with P&P was a dream.
This is a fabulous book! I’d love to hear the audio version.
Good morning!
Having a number of your books in my Audible collection, I’m no stranger to your creative and compelling Austen variations, but I’ve not been seriously tempted by a fantasy version of P&P. That is, until today. I’ve already skipped over to Audible to check out the reviews. The thought of venturing into the sample chapters makes me wonder if, like others, I’ll find myself drawn into a magical read! Who cares?! I’m going in!
(And hoping to win an audiobook copy!)
So sorry to hear you contracted Lyme Disease, Abigail. And thank you, once again, for your generosity towards your readers. I have read and loved this story and would love to “listen” to it again while taking my daily walk if I win. Your cat is gorgeous.
Darcy and Elizabeth and magic–a combination not to be missed. Any book written by Ms. Reynolds is guaranteed to be interesting and well written. An audible book would give me the opportunity to listen to my favorite characters when my eyes are too tired to read or when traveling. Thank you for your generosity.
I love fantasy books so would love to win this.
Thank you for the chance for the audiobook. I have read the book and it was 5 stars for me. I listened to a sample of the audio and the narrator did a great job with the different voices. The cat, Pepper has two different eye colors? Sorry to hear about your Lyme disease, I hope you are getting adequate rest.
I really hope to win. I haven’t read it yet, but love all off Abigail’s books😍
Looking forward to reading and listening to more JA variations!! Hoping to win and have more to discuss with my JASNA group.
I wasn’t sure what to think of this concept… I read the first 5 chapters and now I need to know what happens!!!
Thank you for the chance! Your books are wonderful!
Ooh, I haven’t read this one yet. Don’t know how I missed it I love all your books. Thanks for the chance to win.
I love your books, and I’ve always thought your Mr. Darcys were to die for! Thanks for the chance to win an audiobook!
This book is on my list of favorites! Thank you for including the photo of Pepper—such a wonderful character in her own right.
Love the first 5 chapters and I cannot wait to read..or listen to…the rest!!!
It sounds fabulous!!!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book – three times so far. The characters are enchanting (pun intended but a factual statement as well) the relationships intriguing, surprises abound and there is a delightful Shakespearean flavor. It would be fun to hear it read by someone who really knows how to read aloud – someone to keep me company while I am doing handwork.
Had been an avid P & P fan. Loved the regency stories then come to love the modern versions and eventually got fascinated with th supernatural stories of FD and EB. Just love how FD fumbles around EB despite his control/power
Thank you Abigail for this chance to win audiobook
I’ve loved the stor ies of yours that I’ve read so far. Would love to win the audiobook.
What can be more appealing the possibility of anyone try to transform Mr Collins into a frog ?? Or Lady Catherine being a dark witch? I became to adore audiobooks, they keep my sanity in the way home after a day’s work, and doing domestics tasks. It’s not often we have a JAFF’s audiobook and for that I thank you !!
We’ve always enjoyed the magical couple. Now it’s magic and the pair. Hmmm. Sounds enchanting.
I love audiobooks as they keep me company and motivate me to walk. I have read this book and bet the audio version is fun to listen to. If a character is after you, I believe you should consider what that means. Thank you for the giveaway.
Enjoyed this story and would love to revisit in audio. Aelfric is unforgettable!
I’d love a a chance to win this audiobook! I have a few old favourites from you in audio narrated by ELizabeth Klett, so I’m sure this is excellent too. I am intrigued by more to come in the same universe with Faerie and Aelfric. Does this mean he will have a new romantic interest in the future? (Trying to avoid major spoilers here!) It seems a shame – but I’m sure if Aelfric demands something a mere mortal had better obey and that something magnificent will be the result.
P. S. Get well soon!
I enjoyed this book when I read it. Thank you for offering a free audio book.
Get well.
I’ve not read any variations of Pride and Prejudice, but I do have a cat named Mr Darcy and his sister is named Pemberley ❤️
I wish you a speedy remission of your Lyme infection!
I have never gotten an audiobook, but this one seems a perfect place to start! I am in my car for long stretches each day, a regular dose of P&P and magic sounds ideal !
I am sorry you were so sick and glad you are doing. I received this book as arc and bought the book when it came out. I love your books.
The book sounds very interesting and original. I hope you are feeling better!
I would love to listen to this on audiobook!
After loving the print book, I’m certainly looking forward to hearing Mr Darcy’s Enchantment as well. Congratulations Abigail and I hope you’re returned to full health soon.
Congratulations on releasing new audiobook!
Very creative story and combination of two genres.