Pride Before a Fall

Review also posted on my blog

https://myjaffobsession.blogspot.com/2022/10/pride-before-fall-by-mary-smythe.html

During their stay at Netherfield Park, Jane and Elizabeth Bennet take a turn about the gardens.

Fitzwilliam Darcy, is enamoured of Elizabeth but due to her social status, he has no intention to propose. She is not overly impressed with him!

Darcy is returning from a ride, when he sees the sisters and decides to demonstrate his prowess as a horseman.
Unfortunately, the jump goes badly and Darcy falls.

Jane goes for help, while Elizabeth rushes to assist Mr Darcy. His head injury removes his inhibitions, resulting in a declaration of love, a proposal and a passionate kiss. He then passes out.

Elizabeth wants to hush this up, as she doesn't want to be forced to marry a man she dislikes.

Darcy recovers and is determined that, for the sake of his honour, he must make a formal offer of marriage.

What follows is a gentle courtship and a growing understanding between the couple.
A little angst towards the end adds a little spice.

Thoroughly enchanting!.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.