The autumn of 1811 arrives in Hertfordshire with an unexpected breath of joy. Netherfield is finally let, and after several rounds of eager speculation, all of which promise the arrival of a large party to occupy the fine estate, only five figures appear. Yet, through their elegant presence, they bring colour to the otherwise dull and sleepy town. Soon, the arrival of a militia regiment for the winter makes the hearts of all the young ladies beat faster. Alas, around the same time, Mr Bennet’s health rapidly declines, casting dark clouds over Longbourn, which, in the event of his death, ...

REEDITED and EXTENDED in 11/2024 Elizabeth Bennet has always prided herself on her keen insight into character, but when the enigmatic Mr. Darcy enters her life, even her sharpest judgments are called into question. What if Elizabeth wasn’t so quick to dismiss Darcy’s intentions? What if Darcy, despite his pride, revealed his vulnerability sooner? In this fresh and captivating reimagination of Jane Austen’s beloved classic, the familiar tale of misunderstandings, romance, and societal expectations takes unexpected turns. Darcy and Elizabeth find themselves drawn together by shared ...

Upon arriving in London from Kent, Miss Elizabeth Bennet assumes it was an error in her behaviour that made Mr. Darcy believe she would accept his proposal. Elizabeth decides she should act more like her sister Jane from this point forward. When the gentleman who wishes to invest in her uncle’s business makes advances, Elizabeth Bennet can do nothing but watch as the stranger who tries to rescue her is murdered. After the murderer threatens Elizabeth and her family, she escapes and goes into hiding. With no money and no way to get home, she accepts employment as a maid at a great estate. ...

Caroline Bingley has her heart set on becoming the wife of Fitzwilliam Darcy and the mistress of Pemberley. To hasten the match, she wants her brother Bingley to lease an estate close to Pemberley. But when Bingley blindsides Caroline and leases Netherfield instead, her plans to reel in Darcy start to spin out of control. And when Fitzwilliam Darcy falls for the captivating Elizabeth Bennet, Caroline sees her dreams of Pemberley slipping out of her hands. It will require drastic action to separate Bingley and Darcy from the Bennet women, but Caroline Bingley is a determined young lady used ...

REEDITED and EXTENDED in 11/2024 In the enthralling second volume of More Discerning, Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy's journey takes a dramatic turn Darcy decides to pursue Elizabeth. After a heart-wrenching separation, Darcy must navigate the choppy waters of regret and remorse as he strives to win back Elizabeth's heart. With the shadows of their past lingering over them, the couple finds themselves caught in a delicate dance of pride and vulnerability, testing the limits of their love and resilience. As Elizabeth attempts to forge her own path, free from the pain of their lost connection,...

When a rumor forces Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy into a fake engagement, what begins as a calculated cover soon becomes dangerously real. In a world that prizes appearances and punishes missteps, they find unexpected safety in each other’s company—until the line between performance and truth blurs beyond repair. As society watches, secrets unravel. Elizabeth must navigate the weight of Pemberley, the pull of her family, and a growing affection she never meant to feel. And Darcy—quiet, proud, entirely undone—will have to risk everything to become the man she can trust. From the ...

Between an old friend and a former adversary lies Elizabeth's heart—and her predicament. When Elizabeth Bennet receives an unexpected invitation from Thomas Harrington, a childhood friend who has recently inherited the magnificent Ashfield Park in Derbyshire, she anticipates nothing more than a pleasant reunion. Yet her visit proves far more complicated than expected, especially when a ball at Ashfield brings her face-to-face with Mr. Darcy, the man whose proposal she so firmly rejected months before. As circumstances force Elizabeth to navigate between these two gentlemen, she discovers ...

Author’s Note: ‘Flames and Passion at Netherfield’ is the second edition of a book originally released three years ago but removed shortly after. Its original title was ‘FROM PEMBERLEY TO PARADISE’. The story has now been re-published with a different title—one that better suits the narrative. Extensive editing has taken place (special thanks to Tish Holmes for her invaluable assistance), and certain changes have been made. However, the overall structure and main ideas remain consistent with the original version. The tale begins with a dramatic fire at Netherfield, just days ...

After visiting her friend Charlotte Collins, Elizabeth leaves Kent carrying the distressing recollection of Mr Darcy’s marriage proposal. The letter he gave her after her harsh refusal has changed her opinion of the man and taught her how wrong she was in judging both Mr Darcy and Mr Wickham. On her way back to Longbourn, Elizabeth spends a few days in London, reunited with Jane and the Gardiners. A twist of fate brings her to a pawnbroker’s window, where she recognises a few objects related to Miss Darcy, reminding her of Mr Wickham’s betrayal and deceptions. Despite the conflict ...

In this Austenesque Adventure, the courtships of Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet, as well as Mr. Bingley and Jane Bennet, begin the day after the Netherfield Ball. A new sense of understanding between the couples paves the way for early declarations of affection, setting them on the path to happiness sooner than expected. However, as romance blossoms, unexpected family matters take center stage. Lady Catherine de Bourgh, known for her imperious nature, is suddenly redeemed in the eyes of her family when it is revealed that she is gravely ill.

Just a few days after her rejection of Mr Darcy’s disastrous proposal in Kent, Elizabeth’s journey to London becomes a torment when she realises that she does not in fact despise the gentleman. Despite her efforts to disregard her feelings, the unbearable pain in her heart confirms that she is deeply in love. Desperately, profoundly in love with the man she recently rejected, the man responsible for her sister’s sorrow, the man who holds disdain for her family, yet the one who professed his love and proposed to her. Upon finally arriving at the Gardiners’ home, Elizabeth finds the ...

"It is remarkable how many great romances begin with a lie." When Fitzwilliam Darcy returns to Netherfield with an outrageous proposal, a false courtship to protect his sister's future, Elizabeth Bennet is certain he has lost his senses. Yet as she learns of Lady Catherine's threats and his devotion to Georgiana, Elizabeth finds herself agreeing to the charade. Their arrangement is meant to be temporary. He gains protection from his aunt's schemes, while she escapes her mother's desperate matchmaking and secures Bingley's return for Jane. Simple, practical, and absolutely not romantic. As ...

A misunderstanding, an accident, and a mistaken fortune – three paths to the same heart. A trio of captivating novellas that reimagine Jane Austen's beloved classic from fresh perspectives. A Governess at Pemberley Financial misfortune forces Elizabeth Bennet to become governess to Georgiana Darcy. As she brings warmth to Pemberley and confidence to its shy young mistress, Fitzwilliam Darcy finds himself increasingly drawn to the unconventional governess. But in Regency England, the social divide between a wealthy gentleman and his employee seems insurmountable. Chance and Circumstance ...

In this Pride & Prejudice variation, the story begins in 1808 when Mr. Darcy does not arrive at Ramsgate until two days after Georgiana’s elopement with George Wickham. The servants sell their story to the newspapers, the couple vanish, and when the gossip columns run rampant with the news, Darcy’s relatives demand that Darcy disown his sister. When Wickham learns he cannot gain his wife’s dowry until she is thirty years, he deserts Georgiana and Darcy takes her back into their London home. With society turned against them, Darcy takes his sister to Pemberley but she dies during the ...

Everything changes after Mr Darcy’s disastrous proposal at Hunsford. Rejected by Elizabeth Bennet, he is left to grapple with his pride, his prejudice, and his undeniable feelings. As the pain of her refusal forces him into deep self-reflection, his path crosses with Jane Bennet’s, and he finds himself drawn to her quiet strength, grace, and the possibility of a future he never expected. Jane, nursing her own wounds from Charles Bingley’s abandonment, discovers an unexpected ally in Mr Darcy. Their growing friendship surprises them both. As they navigate the complexities of societal ...