Dark curls and an unforgettably sweet laugh . . .
In Book 2 of the Her Unforgettable Laugh series, Darcy and Elizabeth celebrated their courtship as Elizabeth was introduced to the Fitzwilliam family and London society. Their sojourn in town presented a few difficulties. However, the strength of their love allowed them to face their challenges and outwit their enemies.
Now Darcy and Elizabeth are returning to Hertfordshire for their wedding. Elizabeth worries about the one trial they have yet to face: Mrs. Bennet. Her mother refuses to prepare the simple, elegant affair the couple wishes for their wedding day. Will it be the day of their dreams ... or a disaster?
Ultimately, the wedding turns out and Darcy and Elizabeth are excited to begin their life together. The bright future before them fills their hearts with joy. Both know that they will face periods of contentment and heartache; however, united, they will confront whatever comes their way. Will those whom they have previously encountered allow them to enjoy their happiness? Or must they overcome more misfortune?
THE COMPANION’S SECRET
A Pride and Prejudice Variation
“You must marry her,” the stern voice said. “I need to gain control of her inheritance before she reaches her next birthday. It need not be a long marriage, but marry her you must.”
Alone in the world, Elizabeth Bennet has had to rely upon herself. She knows that escape is the only way to ensure her safety. With the help of Longbourn’s faithful servants, Elizabeth disappears from her home and the odious heir. She is determined to find a way to support herself and remain hidden until after her birthday.
Fortune smiles on Elizabeth when a series of events offers her the role of companion to Georgiana Darcy. Despite her position, Elizabeth finds herself attracted to her new employer. Can he ever see her as more than his sister’s companion? Sometimes, Elizabeth thinks that Mr. Darcy cares for her, too. Yet will his attraction—if that is, indeed, what he feels—survive when he learns the truth about her?
Hidden away at Pemberley, will Elizabeth be able to safely conceal herself until she comes of age? What surprises does the future hold in store for her?
A MATTER OF TIMING
A Pride and Prejudice Variation
They say that timing is everything . . .
Their chance meeting at Pemberley helps Elizabeth Bennet realize her true feelings for Mr. Darcy. That same meeting gives him the opportunity to show Elizabeth that he has taken her criticism to heart and made improvements to his behavior. Will this new start finally lead to their happily ever after?
How might the relationship between Elizabeth and Darcy have been different if they had become betrothed before Elizabeth learned of Lydia’s elopement? Would they have traveled to London together? Would Elizabeth have helped with her sister’s recovery? Would Lydia and Wickham still have married? Or would Elizabeth have found another way to save her youngest sister?
A Matter of Timing answers all these questions and more.
AN ACCIDENT AT PEMBERLEY
A Pride and Prejudice Variation
In the time before Mr. Bingley takes up residence at Netherfield Park, Elizabeth travels into Derbyshire with her Aunt and Uncle Gardiner. One day, as her friends and relations visit with some of Mrs. Gardiner’s childhood friends, Elizabeth explores the small village. Without realizing it, she strays farther and farther from the village, unconsciously walking in the direction of Pemberley, the estate that the group had visited two days prior.
Lost in her thoughts and the beauty of the Derbyshire countryside, Elizabeth fails to notice the storm clouds building above her. At the first flash of lightning and peal of thunder, she seeks shelter from the storm, Rushing for a dense tree line where she might avoid the impending rain, Elizabeth Bennet meets with a dreadful accident.
Returning from business in London, Fitzwilliam Darcy races across the grounds of Pemberley, trying to outrun the storm. After coming across a beautiful young woman who has been injured, he takes her home so that his staff can care for her. Darcy hopes her presence will help lift his mother’s melancholy.
When Elizabeth regains consciousness, she has no memory of her name or her past. During the many weeks of her recovery, Elizabeth grows close to Mr. Darcy and his mother, Lady Anne. When Elizabeth recovers enough to leave the estate, the Darcys decide that she needs an identity that will protect her from gossip. And so, Miss Elizabeth Chamberlayne, a long-lost Darcy cousin, is born. After receiving two requests, Darcy accepts an invitation to stay with his friend, Mr. Bingley, at Netherfield Park. The ladies will join him.
What will happen when Elizabeth comes face to face with her family? Will she remember them? Or will her memory still be a blank? All the original characters in Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice make an appearance. How will Elizabeth’s lack of memory affect her interactions with them?
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