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Char Martin's avatar

I like the Aristocrat, I think you could say something like " the Earl's Grand son, the Aristocrat", sone way to acknowledge that they are the one and same. I like the term Gentleman Farmer; For me, in P&P, a Gentleman and a Gentleman Farmer are 2 different things 😉. Enjoying traveling down this road with you 😀

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Cimora Black's avatar

The dichotomy of opinions assailing Darcy as he accompanies the Bingleys to the Assembly is intriguing. Please don't change the names. The Aristocrat would make that persona less connected to Darcy's Fitzwilliam bloodline. A gentleman farmer is his current status, as was that of his father. Sometimes, a writer's first choice is the best.

It appears that the Romantic has a tough job ahead, but I'm rooting for him to sway the others.

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Shelly Carpenter's avatar

I've not read an approach to Darcy's character written this way and find it fascinating! I think the original titles of Earl's Grandson and Gentleman Farmer are better than the revised options as they are more specific. Excellent exposition!

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Lydia Morris's avatar

For some reason, I like the idea of changing the Earl’s Grandson to the Aristocrat but keeping the Gentleman Farmer as it is.

I really like this premise and the promise it holds to show the war that will rage inside Darcy as he gets to know Elizabeth better. Looking forward to reading more.

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