Pride and Premeditation is the gripping story of Elizabeth Bennet, a would-be law student hoping to apprentice with her father. To do so, Lizzie must find and solve a case on her own. When a murder occurs, Lizzie is eager to chase down every lead. As she attempts to help the wrongfully accused Mr. Bingley, Mr. Bingley’s actual legal representation is constantly getting in her way. Lizzie hunts for answers and it soon becomes clear that a killer is roaming the streets. However, Lizzie refuses to let the snobby Mr. Darcy or a murderer stand in the way of proving her legal prowess to her father once and for all.

Pride and Prejudice is one of my absolute favorite stories, so I’m always excited to check out a new retelling or take on it. I loved that while romance is an element of the story, Lizzie always stays true to her goals and beliefs. Regardless of the chaos surrounding her, Lizzie fiercely fights against discrimination and never gives up her search for the truth. There are plenty of obstacles ranging from reluctant witnesses, misleading clues, and sexism. I appreciated the clever way that familiar characters are re-imagined. It’s clear that the author has an immense love for the original story and honors that while putting her own murderous twist on the classic tale. I’m looking forward to seeing the next Jane Austen mystery combination from Tirzah Price. Thank you to Tirzah Price, Harper Audio, and Netgalley for a free voice galley in exchange for an honest review.