Love and labels

By Dalor Thorne

"Love & Labels" is a witty and insightful modern-day retelling of Jane Austen's classic novel, Pride and Prejudice. Set in the 21st-century English countryside, the story follows the sharp-witted and pragmatic Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates the complex world of online dating, social media scrutiny, and familial expectations. Her mother, Mrs. Bennet, has traded drawing-room matchmaking for a frantic campaign across dating apps and forums to secure advantageous futures for her five daughters.

The plot ignites with the virtual arrival of the charming and wealthy Charles Bingley and his aloof, enigmatic friend, Fitzwilliam Darcy. The traditional Meryton Assembly is now a highly anticipated online meet-up, where first impressions are formed through curated profiles and video call interactions. Elizabeth's initial dislike of Darcy is solidified by his condescending digital demeanor and fueled by a viral smear campaign launched by the deceptively charming George Wickham.

As Jane Bennet and Mr. Bingley's romance blossoms through DMs and shared playlists, Elizabeth and Darcy engage in a tense digital war of wits across comment sections and intellectual forums. The story masterfully translates the classic novel's themes into a contemporary context, exploring the challenges of finding authentic connection in an age of filtered photos, curated personas, and viral misinformation. Misunderstandings are amplified by social media gossip, and the truth is ultimately revealed not through a handwritten letter, but through a secure email with encrypted links, forcing Elizabeth to confront her own digital-age prejudices against the proud but honorable Mr. Darcy.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FPLFLRL8
• ISBN13: 9798263092092
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 410 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"