[12], Later on, after Elizabeth left, Darcy refused to oblige or even tolerate Caroline's criticisms of Elizabeth. It was well written with a great plot & great characters. Then Becton released the short story, Maria Lucas and once again I enjoyed it thoroughly. Her plan has a few hitches along the way- a Rosemary's disapproval (as if Caroline cares for that) and the pesky business partner of her stepfather who manages to see underneath Caroline's perfectly perfected facade. When all that Caroline has ever dreamed of attaining: an ancient family name, a title, and a home of her own, is finally within her reach, will she grasp for it even if it means disregarding the workings of her own heart? Being both very conscious and anxious to forget that their money was earned in trade, she aspires to the higher levels of aristocracy through marriage to Darcy and … Back in her old neighborhood, Caroline has the opportunity to socialize with the neighboring gentry. Caroline Bingley is the snobbish sister of Charles Bingley, with a dowry of twenty thousand pounds. Welcome back. This would have been seen as inferior by many of the realm's great nobles and landed gentry, those who have inherited their wealth. She makes a peace of sorts with Mrs. Darcy & finds her true love isn't who she was expecting. She also seems to hold a grudge of jealousy against Elizabeth Bennet throughout the story. I was a little hesitant to read a book about Caroline Bingley, but was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it! I gave Caroline 4 stars but in my review I will give it a little more, so make it 4 ½ stars. [14] Caroline was upset by Darcy's and Elizabeth's marriage. [2], The next time Miss Bingley saw the Bennet women was when they came to call at Netherfield.

So when Jennifer Becton announced she was writing a novel about Caroline Bingley I was thrilled. Fitzwilliam Darcy (romantic interest, unrequited) She gave respect to Caroline, but was no longer fooled by her outward appearance of politeness. She is the younger sister of Charles Bingley and Louisa Hurst, as well as … Last year I read Jennifer Becton's debut novel, Charlotte Collins and I fell in-love. They settled in London for the winter. Netherfield ParkLondon However, I give this book 2 stars for that merit and entertainment factor and nothing else. Family members

Relationships Caroline would rather die than apologize for not doing anything wrong. 20 Caroline, in particular, is selfish, hypocritical, and two-faced, all negative qualities of which was fueled by her desire to win Mr. Darcy as her husband. When Charles Bingley and Mr. Darcy made proposals of marriage to the Bennet sisters at the end of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, Caroline Bingley was both distressed by her brother's choice of bride and humiliated by Mr. Darcy's rejection of her. [4] Jane immediately caught a cold, and was invited to stay at Netherfield. And he doesn't have the pride thing getting in his way. But this book really gave me a good understanding of her. This is the story of how Caroline tries to get back into the society she craves. I am a fan of Jane Austin's work and so enjoy reading other authors ideas as to what happened after Pride and Prejuice. She was still the same Caroline that we all loved to hate in canon. In the 2005 adaptation, she was portrayed by Kelly Reilly. 3.5 stars. Here it was ruined. For those who are not familiar with Caroline Bingley, she is the sister of Mr. Bingley who spends most of Pride and Prejudice pining for Jane Bennett, Elizabeth Bennett's older sister. Charles, knowing what Caroline did to prevent his happily ever after, is furious. The styling of the text was very much in line with the original work in the beginning and very clever. In this P&P variation it is now December 1812, and Bingley and Darcy are married to the Bennet sisters. Will Caroline finally learn that there are more important things in life than wealth and titles? Caroline is an attractive, unmarried woman with a very handsome ₤20,000 inheritance from her father. Film Information The name stirs up intense emotions in anyone who loves Pride and Prejudice. She's stuck-up and hypocritical (you'd think being 'new money' she'll be nicer to Jane and Elizabeth).

Pride and Prejudice Wiki is a FANDOM Books Community. Rank Miss Bingley went with her brother, sister and brother-in-law, Mr. Hurst, and Mr. Darcy to stay at Netherfield Park, the manor of which Mr. Bingley had taken possession. And she made her objections known. Caroline was described to be a rather handsome young woman, with an elegant figure and an easy gait. Marital status

Jennifer Becton really knows how to write. You'd think that with all these negative traits, major character surgery will be required to make her likable.

Good book, I highly recommend it.

She is not sugar coated nor is she evil. Caroline is one of the best examples of what I call “Austen’s smack-able characters,” and she could write some pretty darn smack worthy characters (pretty much everyone in Sense and Sensibility for example)! From that, I can deduce that the author holds promise. [7], Jane went to stay with the Gardners in London, and visited the Bingleys at Grosvenor Street. I was drawn to this book because secretly, I've always sympathized with Caroline Bingley.

[Caroline takes Lizzy's arm in hers, … 4) An epilogue is meant to tie up loose ends and should be a few pages at most. 3) Many of the characters speak far too openly and even have outbursts. This was one of my favorite books last year. Caroline Bingley is the younger sister of Charles Bingley and Louisa Hurst. Primary residence Forced to leave all the fashionable and elite society she adores, Caroline is sent far north to Cumbria to live with her mother and step-father. Her old school friend Lavinia's eldest brother has recently passed away and her next brother is now in line for a Barony.

Last year I read Jennifer Becton's debut novel, Charlotte Collins and I fell in-love. Better than average spin-off to Jane Austen's. Caroline Bingley is the younger sister of Charles Bingley and Louisa Hurst. I really felt like I was reading a novel by Jane Austen. [9], In between, Elizabeth found out that on going back to London, Darcy, Caroline, and Louisa all discovered their intents to dissuade Mr. Bingley from marrying Jane, and joint together in their efforts. [2] She was informed that Mary Bennet was the most accomplished girl in the neighborhood. Caroline continues her snobbish ways looking down upon her mother, step father, his business partner and companion.

The Jane Austen Wiki is a FANDOM Books Community. [3] Miss Bingley was shocked to learn that Mr. Darcy, the very man she had designs on, was interested in Elizabeth Bennet. What makes her tic and though we all love to hate Miss Bingley she is very much understood.

There are no discussion topics on this book yet. She was still the same Caroline that we all loved to hate in canon. I was a little hesitant to read a book about Caroline Bingley, but was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it! Charles, knowing what Caroline did to prevent his happily ever after, is furious. Nothing original in the plot there. Make it stooooop” feeling. We love to vilify the social climbing, snobby sister who broke up her brother's budding romance and sought to hook herself a wealthy, well-connected husband. Caroline would rather die than a. Caroline Bingley's perfect life plan is dramatically upset when her brother marries Miss Jane Bennet and Mr. Darcy marries Jane's impudent sister, Miss Elizabeth.