Book Beginnings – Mr. Darcy, Vampyre by Amanda Grange

This is a meme hosted by Rose City Reader.  They ask that you post the first line(s) to the book you are currently reading and share some feelings on the book.  I'm tweaking this a bit and I'm going to share first lines of books/stories, written by, about, or in the theme of Jane Austen.This week I'm taking … Continue reading Book Beginnings – Mr. Darcy, Vampyre by Amanda Grange

Fun Friday: Benedict Cumberbatch recreates the image that never was…

We all know this scene never happened in Pride and Prejudice, yet it's a very famous image of Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy emerging from the water in a wet shirt. I think it's really okay that it never happened because I really like this image!Benedict Cumberbatch becomes Mr.Darcy for #giveupclothes by @jasonbellphoto a partnership … Continue reading Fun Friday: Benedict Cumberbatch recreates the image that never was…

Friday Video – Colin Firth on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

Colin Firth was on Jimmy Fallon the other night and Jimmy brought up the giant Mr. Darcy statues that were sitting in lakes all over England. The statues were to commemorate something like the most memorable moment on British television history and Mr. Darcy emerging from the lake was voted the most memorable. In this … Continue reading Friday Video – Colin Firth on Late Night with Jimmy Fallon

Chatsworth (Mr. Darcy’s House) is Kid Friendly

Dispel any notions of stately homes being too stuffy for younger visitors. Chatsworth in Derbyshire is a wonderful place for visitors of all ages to explore, whether dressing up in the house, splashing about in the garden or meeting animals in the farmyard.Chatsworth has hosted a variety of filming over the last few years, most … Continue reading Chatsworth (Mr. Darcy’s House) is Kid Friendly