Death Comes to Pemberley

Death Comes to Pemberley By: P.D. James

This book started out a little harsh for me. Being a fan of Jane Austin and loving Pride and Prejudice. I felt that this story started out turning Elizabeth into a villain. Upon reading more I realized that it was just doing a back story of the book Pride and Prejudice but from an outsiders perspective. Once I understood that it made continuing a little easier. I loved being able to re-visit Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, along with Jane and Mr Bingley. This book had my attention almost from the very start, it moved really well and had me believing I knew what the outcome would be and merely kept reading to see how the Darcy's would handle it. Then a twist was thrown in that made my head spin and made it so I didn't want to put the book down. Such an fun and adventurous story. I really enjoy it.

The Scarlet Pimpernel

The Scarlet Pimpernel By: Baroness Orczy

This book hit the ground running, it actually took me by surprise. I had to make sure I wasn't starting in the middle of the chapter. But once I got oriented I really got into this book. I cant believe I had never even heard of this classic book before. It was amazing. It always had me thinking and "on my toes" Such a great read. If you love classic books this one is for you!

During the French Revolution a daring young British noblemen with a few of his comrades dare to defy the rebellion by sneaking into France to smuggle out French nobles and aristocrats out of the country and to Great Britain. Calling himself the scarlet pimpernel after a flower he communicates with his comrades using the red flower as his signature. The french rebellion want his head and will do anything to get it. Spies are sent to England to discover who he; one of these spies thinks he has discovered the identity of this elusive creature. Blackmailing a notable English woman who was a former french actress. He tries to unlock the mystery, only to realize by trying to blackmail this woman he has sealed his own fate.