Darcy and Elizabeth Series by Gianna Thomas

Pride and Prejudice: Darcy Chooses Prequels is a collection of two prequels to the novel Pride and Prejudice: Darcy Chooses in the Darcy and Elizabeth Series , plus two scenes from Darcy Chooses for a peek at the novel. Pride and Prejudice: Darcy and Bingley is a prequel that looks at Darcy's and Bingley's first encounter, some of their history together and their current activities a few days before the start of the novel... morePride and Prejudice: Darcy Chooses Prequels is a collection of two prequels to the novel Pride and Prejudice: Darcy Chooses in the Darcy and Elizabeth Series , plus two scenes from Darcy Chooses for a peek at the novel. Pride and Prejudice: Darcy and Bingley is a prequel that looks at Darcy's and Bingley's first encounter, some of their history together and their current activities a few days before the start of the novel. It also answers the question of how these two disparate personalities could form such a strong friendship. The question that remains is: 'will this friendship survive the events of the near future?' Pride and Prejudice: Attending a Ball is a prequel that recounts the three days before the beginning of the novel from Elizabeth Bennet’s perspective and portrays the Bennets and Elizabeth's friends: Charlotte Lucas and Melanie Farrington. It also gives extra insight into the Bennet family members. less

"Pride and Prejudice: Attending a Ball" (SECOND EDITION) is a prequel to the novel "Pride and Prejudice: Darcy Chooses" in the Darcy and Elizabeth Series. The novel, a variation on Jane Austen's original, is scheduled for publication in the spring of 2014. Why this prequel SECOND EDITION? I've had many comments from my readers and reviewers about the 'Austenesque' writing style I used in these prequels - some positive and some negative... more"Pride and Prejudice: Attending a Ball" (SECOND EDITION) is a prequel to the novel "Pride and Prejudice: Darcy Chooses" in the Darcy and Elizabeth Series. The novel, a variation on Jane Austen's original, is scheduled for publication in the spring of 2014. Why this prequel SECOND EDITION? I've had many comments from my readers and reviewers about the 'Austenesque' writing style I used in these prequels - some positive and some negative. Based on those comments, and advice from my Editor, I decided to 'modernize' my writing style. It is my hope that this 'crossover' will appeal to both Jane Austen fans and readers of a more modern style of Regency romance. One of three prequels, this short story recounts the three days before the beginning of the novel from Elizabeth Bennet's perspective, and portrays the Bennets and Elizabeth's friends: Charlotte Lucas and Melanie Farrington. It also gives extra insight into each of the Bennet family members. Here is a brief preview: "Melanie, guess what?" "What, Lizzy? Tell me immediately what you want to do." "You know that my ball gown is two years old, and I need new fabric, lace and ribbons for a new one. So...I asked Papa if I could go to Town to shop at Uncle Gardiner's warehouse for some beautiful silk fabric for a new gown, and Papa said yes. *** For a few minutes, silence reigned. Then, with an unnerving move for the passengers, the coach suddenly slid sideways, struck a large rock on the side of the road, tipped and began to roll sideways. Screaming horses, being dragged along, were heard as the coach continued its roll down an incline and eventually came to a stop. All was quiet in the coach. About the other two prequels: "Pride and Prejudice: Darcy and Bingley" recounts Darcy's and Bingley's first encounter, some of their history together and their current activities a few days before the start of the novel. It also answers the question of how these two disparate personalities could form such a strong friendship. The question that remains is 'will this friendship survive the events of the near future?' "Pride and Prejudice: Pemberley and Beyond" looks at the history of Pemberley House, how Darcy is truly Master of Pemberley and what his vision is for the future of his beloved home. Will Elizabeth Bennet become Mistress of Pemberley or will Fitzwilliam Darcy have to look elsewhere? less

- What were the aspirations of The Women of Longbourn? - "Marriage...the only honourable provision for well-educated young women of small fortune." (Pride and Prejudice) In the early 1800's, young women were expected to be accomplished, marry well, obey their husbands, and bear their children, especially the heir whether to the peerage or the gentry... more- What were the aspirations of The Women of Longbourn? - "Marriage...the only honourable provision for well-educated young women of small fortune." (Pride and Prejudice) In the early 1800's, young women were expected to be accomplished, marry well, obey their husbands, and bear their children, especially the heir whether to the peerage or the gentry. But was that true of all The Women of Longbourn? A short story, The Women of Longbourn , takes a closer look at the Bennet family women and what their dreams may have included. And don't be surprised when you learn that even the female servants had dreams as well. Come along with Elizabeth Bennet as she records the aspirations of the Bennet women— and the female servants who care for their needs—during the fortnight prior to the Meryton Assembly. And enjoy Lizzy's comments that are interspersed in her journal with the family's interactions and how they may have differed with most families in the early 1800's in Regency England. And if you've ever wondered exactly what was expected of the female servants in a household such as the Bennets, wonder no more. The Women of Longbourn will give you a bird’s eye view of their duties and how they were carried out in the household of Fanny and Thomas Bennet. less