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Plaisir D'amour Written by JaneGS.
A mistake by the Fates many years ago drove Fredrick and Anne apart. It takes them over eight years to give the couple a second chance. ~Per~ Last update 06/17/2004
Proverbs Written by Kathy Taylor.
A small book of Proverbs borrowed from Mr. Bingley's library causes an interesting conversation between Darcy and Elizabeth. ~P&P~ Last update 06/17/2004
Reconcilable Differences Written by Kathy Taylor.
Darcy eavesdrops on Elizabeth's and Charlotte's discussion of the Netherfield Ball and hears Elizabeth's opinion of him. He takes the opportunity to explain himself. ~P&P~ Last update 06/17/2004
Resolution And Reaction Written by Sandy W.
After leaving Hertfordshire and after his confrontation with his sisters, Bingley takes some time for reflection and makes some observations of his own. ~P&P~ Last update 06/17/2004
The Man She was to Marry (Sir James Hampton's Lament) Written by Laura. Caroline Bingley looks scornfully on Sir James Hampton, but in him she has met her match. ~P&P~ Last update 06/17/2004
The Power of Love Written by Denise M.
Caroline Bingley is determined to have Darcy for her husband, even if it means compromising herself to force his hand. ~P&P~ Last update 06/17/2004
The World According To Miss Bingley Written by Tanya.
All of Caroline Bingley's fantasies come true. ~P&P~ Last update 06/17/2004
To Err Is Human Written by Natalie.
After five years living with her aunt, Anne Elliot finds herself with her own home and financial independence. She also has her aunt's last advice, to seek her own happiness. ~Per~ Last update 06/17/2004
Too Timid Written by RitaH. With Mrs. Younge's encouragement, Georgiana Darcy explores the possibility of loving Wickham. ~P&P~ Last update 06/17/2004
A New Life Written by Kaarin.
An attempt to give insight into Darcy's mind and the changes he goes through from Rosings to Netherfield. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2004
Regard And Regulation Written by Nacie.
This story begins three months after "A Woman Worthy" ends. Elizabeth is expecting her third child, Georgiana is engaged to be married, Miss Bingley is now the wife of Darcy's cousin, Lord Fitzwilliam, and the seemingly-happy occasion of Kitty's wedding quickly turns into something else. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2004
The Many Lies of Mary Bennet Written by Kathy.
Mary Bennet has never quite been who she seemed. When she leaves home for London, and throws off her old appearances, she'll find that once you begin with a lie, it is not so easy to stop. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2004
A Close Call Written by Elke.
During her visit to Pemberley Elizabeth sees a young child racing away from the pond saying something about someone drowning. She rushes to see what is the matter. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
A New Path Written by Kendra Crispin. When Julia Bertram seems Mr. Crawford favoring her sister, she begins to understand what a rake he is, and how badly she has behaved. This leads her to reassess much in her life, including her attitudes towards her cousin, Fanny Price. ~MP~ Last update 03/26/2004
An Unspoken Understanding Written by Gaby A.
Darcy hurried to the inn in Lambton, only to find Elizabeth and the Gardiners gone from Derbyshire, having left no note behind. On the road, Elizabeth hopes the letter she left behind will convince him to help her family. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
For I Have Sinned Written by Cosima.
After twenty years of marriage Darcy finds himself fascniated by his oldest son's fiancée. Jane and Bingley suffer a series of miscarriages. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
J'ai Perdu Mon Elizabeth Written by Elke.
After Kent, Elizabeth and Jane spend some time in London. Elizabeth is surprised to see Mr. Darcy at the theater. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
Lies and Deception Written by Kathy Taylor.
Darcy grows angry when he believes his wife has turned to another man. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
Lovely Wife Written by Tam.
Darcy manages to send Kitty off on a visit for a few hours, but must face his wife's ire for not letting her go along. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
My Love, My Happiness Written by Sarah C.
The newness of his marriage and of Emma's love for him sometimes takes Mr. Knightley by surprise. ~Em~ Last update 03/26/2004
Pride, Prejudice and Pirates Written by Elke.
Elizabeth, desperate to save her family after Lydia's disgrace, decides on a daring and reckless course, one which will require the assistance of a reputed pirate. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
The Secret Admirer Written by Donna H.
Shortly after the Netherfield Ball, Elizabeth learns of Wickham's dissolute behavior. In London, Georgiana begins to suspect her brother is in love. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
This Day And This Moment Written by Sarah C.
The wedding day of Darcy and Elizabeth and Jane and Bingley finally arrives. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
When Misfortune Strikes Written by Anneleen.
After confessing his part in keeping Bingley and Jane apart, Darcy is thrown out of Netherfield and hears nothing of Elizabeth Bennet for years. When tragedy strikes Georgiana's family, Elizabeth reenters Darcy's life. ~P&P~ Last update 03/26/2004
Abigail, Darcy's Daughter Written by Cosima. Darcy and Elizabeth must help their tomboy of a daughter adjust to life as a young lady. ~P&P~ Last update 03/25/2004
The Earl's Daughters Written by Tasha. Mr. Bennet is surprised to learn that he is the heir to a distant relative. When he inherits not only a large estate but the title of earl as well, all of his family must adjust to their new circumstances. ~P&P~ Last update 03/25/2004
A Beacon To Light My Path Written by Alyson L.
After the death of his father, Darcy finds himself adrift and unsure of himself. A dream, only vaguely remembered in the morning, shows him his calling. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
A Christmas Dream Written by Kathy Taylor.
Elizabeth enjoys a dream of a perfect Christmas. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
A Home Written by Brinleigh Carmen. Darcy and Elizabeth go their separate ways and each marries someone else. Many years later, after both of their spouses have died, they meet again. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
A Minor Authoress Written by Elke.
Lydia Wickham comes and goes from Longbourn without divulging Darcy's secret. When Darcy returns to Netherfield to oversee his friend's wedding, he and Elizabeth can not find the courage to speak to one another. Elizabeth, lonely and bored at Longbourn, finds a new pursuit to occupy her time. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
Behind The Scenes Written by Locarol.
Elizabeth is growing tired of living at home, and when she hears that a young man has come into the neighborhood, her hopes of her own house begin to rise. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
Duality And Devotion Written by Helga. Jane takes an early liking to Mr. Darcy, in preference over his friend, but Elizabeth must agree with her mother that Darcy is a very unpleasant man. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
Her Twelfth Night Written by Sarah. At a Twelfth Night masquerade party, Elizabeth meets a handsome man in black. They exchange favors in hopes of finding one another again. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
I Saw Jane Kissing Santa Claus Written by Christen.
Jane and Elizabeth spend Christmas with the Gardiners. When Mr. Gardiner breaks his ankle, a chance meeting with Mr. Bingley, leads to the young man playing Father Christmas for the children, and for Jane. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
I Was Then But Fifteen Written by Elke.
After his Hunsford proposal Elizabeth feels pity for Darcy. She confesses to him via letter that she has a skeleton in her own closet, and that she is not worth pining for. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
Misconceptions Written by Rebecca M. Mrs. Bennet is determined to get her husband to take the family to London, and will use any means to accomplish it. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
Miss Mary B. And What Become Of Her Written by Christen. Mary Bennet is not terribly contented with her solitary fate, though she hopes one of the novels she has written in secret might find a publisher. If not, she has other plans to pursue, but not at Longbourn. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
Mr. Collins' Panic Attack Written by Lucie. Mr. Collins harbors a grudge towards Elizabeth for her refusal of him. When he learns of the possibility of her marrying Mr. Darcy, he does all he can to prevent the union. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
No One Can Compare Written by Sofie.
Elizabeth and Darcy meet in a cottage during a storm, and find solace in each other's arms. The actions of this day change the course of their lives, as they have to live with the knowledge of what they have done, not knowing if they are ever to see each other again. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
Silent Night Written by Elke.
After returning from Kent, Elizabeth heads to London to help look after her cousins during their illness. Georgiana is also in London and suffering from the same childhood disease. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
The Rector of Uppercross Written by Mags.
A sequel to "A Wedding at Uppercross" and "Any Woman Who Truly Loved." Walter Musgrove, second son of Mary and Charles, renews an acquaintance with Mrs. Clay's daughter, who does not have a virtuous reputation. He also must prepare to take orders and earn his own way in the world. ~Per~ Last update 01/23/2004
To Love Unselfishly Written by Renée, Roya and Lisa L. Darcy is a Scrooge and in desperate need of intervention this Christmas Eve. He is visited by three spirits who reveal some painful truths and help him to see the error of his ways. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
Weep You No More Written by Christian. While Willoughby is on the edge of death in Paris, he gets a visit from Marianne. After her return to Delaford, another surprise awaits her. ~S&S~ Last update 01/23/2004
What of Miss Anne de Bourgh? Written by Vicka. Anne de Bourgh had always expected to marry her cousin, Mr. Darcy. When her mother finally invites the couple to Rosings, it is a sore test for Anne. ~P&P~ Last update 01/23/2004
A Crocodile's Egg And A Large Fish-tart Written by Rivky. With all of their daughters married and out of the house, both Mrs. Bennet and her husband find all the peace and quiet disturbing. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Bath Written by RitaH. George Wickham finally marries a woman of means, but the former Caroline Bingley may be more than he bargained for. This is a sequel to Caroline's Courtship. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
A Letter To A Friend Written by Jen F.
Charlotte explains to Elizabeth why she interfered and gave Darcy reason to hope that he might earn Elizabeth's hand. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
A Prudent Motive Written by Malini.
Elizabeth puts her feelings aside and responds, instead, out of prudence, when she accepts Mr. Darcy's Hunsford proposal. After their engagement, Elizabeth begins to find herself drawn to Mr. Darcy, but his pride and condescending attitude still disturb her. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
A Time Remembered Written by Kathy Taylor.
Darcy's business in town delays his arrival at Netherfield by a month. Shortly after his arrival a chance mishap with his horse sets in motion events that change his life, in ways he never could have imagined. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
An Unexpected Flight Written by Elke.
Elizabeth unexpectedly meets Anne de Bourgh alone, and they begin a friendship which will change Miss de Bourgh's life. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Be My Valentine Written by Cosima.
Elizabeth hopes Darcy can keep his promise to come back home from the continent in time for Valentine's Day. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Blind Luck Written by Gabby and Nicole. Georgiana Darcy finds herself wistful and lonely after her brother and Elizabeth leave on their honeymoon. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Dreams Written by Kimberly Alene.
With Elizabeth married to someone else, it is only in Darcy's dreams that can he hold her in his arms. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Elizabeth's children Written by Chez. The Darcy children would like to build a school on the estate, but do not wish to destroy the beauty of the grounds. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Emily Fitzwilliam's Observations Written by Katherine Elizabeth.
Emily Fitzwilliam is very close to her cousins the Darcys and tries to be a matchmaker--to her ultimate failure. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Empty Nest Written by RitaH.
Mr. and Mrs. Bennet must find new ways of occupying their time now that all five of their daughters are married. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
If I Could but Know Her Heart Written by SaraEliza. Marianne Dashwood has trouble overcoming her initial indifference to Col. Brandon and admitting her growing attachment to him. ~S&S~ Last update 11/30/2003
Letters From Wickham Written by Zanna (Dawmwings). Wickham, unhappy in his marriage to Lydia, decides that he still wants Elizabeth, even after her marriage to Darcy. He sets out to break the happy couple apart using paper and ink. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Marriage Is A Mistake Every Man Should Make Written by Shemmelle.
Bingley rents Netherfield and when he arrives in Meryton he brings with him his sisters, Darcy, Colonel Fitzwilliam, and the colonel's sister. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Marry In Haste, Repent At Written by Daniella Harwood.
The marriage of the Age has ended in tragedy. Countess Saffron Walden, once Elizabeth Bennet, comes home to Hertfordshire disillusioned of love. Darcy helps her to forget the villain that was her first husband. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Mrs. Bennet Has a Tizzy or Two Written by The Bennet Sisters.
Mrs. Bennet may fly off the handle at the slightest thing, but her family still loves her. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Only Child Written by Carissa.
With only one child, Mrs. Bennet places all her hopes in the marriage of her daughter, Elizabeth. With both Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy at Netherfield, Mrs. Bennet's hopes run high. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Spectacles Written by Rivky.
Bad eyesight runs in the Bennet family and Lizzy wears spectacles. She is also so far ahead of her time that she quotes Dorothy Parker to Mr. Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
The Darcys' Christmas Miracle Written by Mary Collette. The Christmas traditions at Pemberley had been abandoned after the death of Lady Anne Darcy, but the estate's new mistress, Elizabeth, is determined to celebrate the holiday properly. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
The Life and Opinions of Gilroy Hurst, Gentleman Written by Esther.
Mr. Hurst is not always as drunk as he seems and keeps a eye on the follies and foibles of those around him. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
The Morning After Written by Patty Bennett.
Caroline Bingley is a little slow to acknowledge the Darcys' marriage, but finally accepts it with a bit of orange juice at breakfast. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
The Virtues of Patience Written by Stefanie Stayer. A distant cousin of the Darcys has an affect on the newly-married couple. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Their Last Hope Written by Elke.
Charles decides to go to Hertfordshire to cancel Netherfield's lease. Darcy soon follows, where he learns of Lydia's elopement. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Unpleasant Scenes Might Arise Written by Daniella Harwood.
Wickham decides that he can face Darcy at the Netherfield Ball, with Elizabeth there to witness the events. The next day Darcy and Wickham meet for a duel. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Without Jane Written by Sarah Marie. Elizabeth finds it impossible to enjoy the Meryton assembly, even with the attentions of the pleasant Mr. Bingley. Her mind keeps drifting to her elder sister who passed away six years before. ~P&P~ Last update 11/30/2003
Elizabeth in London Written by Louise.
With her trips to the Lakes delayed, Elizabeth joins her aunt and uncle in London. ~P&P~ Last update 10/02/2003
In His Mind, In His Heart Written by Lisa L.
While Jane nurses her cold at Netherfield with her sister at her side, an unseasonably warm afternoon and a banquet out of doors leads to the fruition of Mr. Darcy's desires. ~P&P~ Last update 10/02/2003
A Lovers' Quarrel Written by Missy G.
A lovers' quarrel leaves Elizabeth sleeping alone, and Darcy nowhere to be found. ~P&P~ Last update 10/01/2003
An Earlier Impression Written by Kathy Taylor.
An accident on the way to Netherfield introduces Darcy to a brave and witty young lady. ~P&P~ Last update 10/01/2003
Elizabeth the Mercenary Written by Donna H.
Elizabeth recognizes the deteriorating state of her family's finances and sets out to raise their fortunes. ~P&P~ Last update 10/01/2003
Guardian Of My Heart Written by Cosima.
While Darcy is away from Pemberley and Elizabeth, he has instructions delivered to his wife which lead her to important places in their history. ~P&P~ Last update 10/01/2003
The Folly of Fitzwilliam Written by Rebecca M.
During Jane's convalescence, Darcy and Elizabeth find themselves alone together for half an hour. ~P&P~ Last update 10/01/2003
The Sunshine In Her Eyes Written by Cosima.
Darcy and Elizabeth take a walk in the sunshine. ~P&P~ Last update 10/01/2003
The Swing Written by Elke.
While visiting an orphanage in London managed by a friend of Mrs. Gardiner's, Elizabeth is surprised to run into Mr. Darcy in the garden with the children. ~P&P~ Last update 10/01/2003
A Change of Sisters Written by Michelle Ann.
Miss Caroline Bennet is on the hunt for a fine husband to help her family out. Mr. Bingley moves in to the nearby Netherfield estate, bringing with him his two sisters, Louisa Hurst and Elizabeth Bingley and his best friend, Darcy. Mrs. Bennet soon is pairing them up with her daughters, Mr. Bingley should have Jane and Mr. Darcy should have Caroline. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
A Story: As Of Yet, Untitled Written by Jeni. Lady Elisabeth is sent to finishing school, very much against her wishes. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
A Wedding, Two Ladies And A Diary Written by Nat B. Not everyone in his family is displeased with Darcy's marriage to Elizabeth. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
Beloved of Many Written by DeborahW.
Elizabeth Bennet could have married any one of three generations of Mr. Darcys, but refused them all. Before her death, she left the youngest Darcy a clue to help him find his greatest love. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
Donwell Abbey Written by Stefanie Stayer. Slowly, the confirmed bachelor begins to have second thoughts as Mr. Knightley sees Emma Woodhouse blossom into a splendid young woman. ~Em~ Last update 09/26/2003
In Spite Of All His Endeavours Written by Helga.
After hearing of the way Mr. Darcy prided himself on separating Bingley and Jane, Elizabeth braves an evening at Rosings. This greatly inconveniences Darcy, who had been intending to propose. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
Life Goes On Written by Tamara.
After Elizabeth's Hunsford refusal, Darcy adopts a new motto, which leads him to a contented life. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
My Faith In You Written by Helga.
After overhearing part of a conversation between her fiancé and Bingley, Elizabeth's reaction nearly jeopardizes her marriage. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
Poor Miss Maria Has Contracted a Cold Written by Roslyn W.
Maria's cold keeps her from Kent, but Jane takes her place. The Hunsford proposal goes quite differently. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
Sonnet to Lady Austen Written by Jimmy.
The annual tribute poem to Lady Austen on her day of passing. ~Misc~ Last update 09/26/2003
The Evening Star Written by Laeticia.
Elizabeth tells her daughter a fairy tale about the evening star. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
The Fencing Lessons Written by Sylvie.
Without Lady Catherine's interference, Elizabeth and Darcy find themselves standing up as bridesmaid and groomsman at the Bingley wedding. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
The World According to Mrs. Bennet Written by Tanya.
Mrs. Bennet might seem silly and frivolous, but she also seems to get everything right. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
The Worst Case Scenario Written by Rosaline. Furious after Mr. Collins's unsuccessful proposal, Elizabeth runs heedlessly from the house, only to get stuck in a rainstorm near Netherfield. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
What Would He Do Without His Sister? Written by Saskia.
Georgiana comes to Netherfield, and a chance meeting with Elizabeth sets them on the road to friendship. Their friendship allows Elizabeth to see her friend's brother in a better light. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
Yet He Is Such A Man Written by Sarah Hoyt.
Darcy receives a shock when he learns that Wickham is his half brother, and that his father willed his enemy an estate worth five-thousand pounds a year. Before Wickham can inherit, Darcy is determined that he must be reformed. ~P&P~ Last update 09/26/2003
Anxiety And Civility Written by Kathy Taylor.
Darcy is thrust into the company of Elizabeth Bennet and soon becomes intrigued. He is tempted to pursue her, but a secret in his past prevents him. ~P&P~ Last update 08/22/2003
She's Got You Written by Claire and Caoimhe.
After Elizabeth rejects Darcy at Hunsford, his aunt falls ill and makes a last wish that Darcy marry Anne de Bourgh. ~P&P~ Last update 08/22/2003
Something In The Soup Written by Teg.
It's the Netherfield Ball and love is in the air. Perhaps it is the brisk November wind that makes things happen in whirlwind time. ~P&P~ Last update 08/13/2003
An Advantageous Night At The Theater Written by Lucie. Darcy, sick of sitting around thinking of his disastrous proposal at Hunsford, takes Bingley to the theater. ~P&P~ Last update 07/27/2003
By Her Arts And Allurements Written by Sarah Hoyt. The daughter of Mr. Collins and Charlotte celebrates her first season out in Meryton where a Militia has just arrived. ~P&P~ Last update 07/27/2003
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