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Caroline's Courtship Written by RitaH. Caroline laments the loss of Darcy to Elizabeth. In the depths of her despair she does something very foolish. ~P&P~ Last update 10/15/2002

Deception Written by Janopy. When Darcy hears of his sister's engagement to Wickham, he does not believe Wickham's protestations of love. He drives Wickham off, then tells Georgiana Wickham was only after her money. ~P&P~ Last update 10/06/2002

Good Friends Written by Brea. Facing an abusive uncle at home, a young Charles Bingley finds a refuge at Eton, and a friend in Fitzwilliam Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 10/06/2002

Only Kind Of Different Written by Elisa. Mr. Knightley goes to London to try and forget Emma. His young nephew notices his uncle's sadness and tries to help his uncle find happiness. ~Em~ Last update 10/06/2002

Love's Arrow Poisoned Written by R E Faust. When the recently-married Darcys hear disturbing rumors of George Wickham's latest activities, they travel to Newcastle to discover the truth. On their arrival they suddenly find themselves investigating a serious crime. ~P&P~ Last update 09/28/2002

The Ladies' Maid Written by Carissa. While Elizabeth and Jane are falling in love with Darcy and Bingley, their maid has found love as well. ~P&P~ Last update 09/22/2002

The Firstborn Written by Mags. Mr. Bennet's first wife produces an heir, but the baby disappears completely one night, and the grief of his loss leads to the death of Mrs. Bennet. The boy's father then remarries and has five daughters, while the boy is found and raised by the Tilneys and Northanger Abbey and becomes the friend of Fitzwilliam Darcy. ~NA~ ~P&P~ Last update 09/16/2002

My First Story Written by Becky. Darcy and Fitzwilliam make a pact to remain single as long as possible and to avoid all the doe-eyed ladies of society. ~P&P~ Last update 09/10/2002

Where Are You Staying Written by Tamara. The story of how Mrs Gardiner went from indebted schoolgirl to a matron aunt. ~P&P~ Last update 09/10/2002

Caroline and the Gypsies Written by Jennifer Deanne. Caroline, so upset with the double wedding she just witnessed, actually goes for a walk. Along the way she trips, bumps her head, and is knocked out. She awakes in a gypsy encampment looking into a pair of gorgeous dark eyes. ~P&P~ Last update 09/04/2002

Overhearings More To The Purpose Written by Sharni. Miss Elizabeth Bennet is engaged in conversation with Charlotte at the Meryton Assembly, and thus does not hear Mr. Darcy call her just "tolerable", but at Lucas Lodge she learns the gentleman approves of her fine eyes. ~P&P~ Last update 09/04/2002

No Pride, No Prejudice Written by Femke. Wickham's constant complaints about Darcy soon have Elizabeth bored, but Darcy on the other hand intrigues her. ~P&P~ Last update 08/28/2002

Pride And Progeny Written by Donna. The children of the Darcys and Bingleys are now of an age to marry, perhaps one another. ~P&P~ Last update 08/28/2002

The Other Miss Bingley Written by Meggy. Mr. Bingley's youngest sister, Margaret, joins him and her sisters at Netherfield. ~P&P~ Last update 08/28/2002

A Time To Every Purpose Written by Stephanie R. Colonel Brandon is desperate to find his ward, Eliza Brandon, when she disappears. He hires on John Thomas Blevins (Barrow), a man who fixes things. Barrow was first seen in the story "Favors Returned". ~S&S~ Last update 08/24/2002

Ahhh Mrs. Darcy Written by Lucie. All of London is eager to get a glimpse of the new Mrs. Darcy, and they finally get their chance at the opening of "Taming of the Shrew". ~P&P~ Last update 08/20/2002

On Entering the Married State Written by Lydia T. While visiting his aunt and cousin at Rosings Park, Mr Darcy considers the enducements before him to marry. ~P&P~ Last update 08/17/2002

The Secret of Rosings Written by Sarah Marie. Mr. Collins marries Charlotte Lucas even though he is in love with another woman. He must spend every day knowing that the woman he loves returns his affections and that she lives next door to him. ~P&P~ Last update 08/17/2002

The Impossible Gentleman Written by Katherine. When Mr. Collins arrives at Longbourn, the Bennets find him a very pleasant young man. He is also a good friend of Darcy's and explains to Elizabeth that the apparent snub she suffered at Darcy's hands the night they met was nothing of the sort. ~P&P~ Last update 08/12/2002

Cheering Up People In Distress Written by Lise. While staying at Hunsford, Elizabeth makes the acquaintance of Mr. Collins's brother Mark, whom she soon nicknames "The Cherub". He has the unnerving habit of agreeing with everything his brother says no matter how silly. ~P&P~ Last update 08/02/2002

Just One Little Fluke Written by Kate. Bingley notices how depressed Darcy is during his stay at Netherfield and decides Darcy's cousin Col. Fitzwilliam could cheer him up again. Fitzwilliam arrives and quickly discovers what has Darcy so distracted. ~P&P~ Last update 08/02/2002

Mending Pens Written by Tamara. The ability to mend pens remarkably well becomes a running joke in the Darcy family. ~P&P~ Last update 08/02/2002

Girls! Written by Erin H. The continuing adventures of the ladies from "Hope Has A Place". With many of the ladies now married, they begin raising their families, while others work on finding their own husbands. ~P&P~ Last update 08/01/2002

November 27th Written by Judy-Lynne. Fitzwilliam Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet find a chance to avert disaster when each overhears important information which calls into doubt all of their preconceptions. ~P&P~ Last update 08/01/2002

The Featherston Ball Written by Miss. H. Mrs. Bennet is delighted with an invitation to a grand ball, where she hopes to meet Sir John Middleton and Mrs. Jennings. ~S&S~ ~P&P~ Last update 08/01/2002

Bingley at Rosings Written by Michelle Ann. To get Bingley out of London and to keep an eye on him, Darcy brings him along to Rosings. This just keeps Jane on his mind every time he sees her sister. ~P&P~ Last update 07/24/2002

The Conspiracy Written by Ann Carter. Jane Bennet comes to believe that her sister's feelings for Mr. Darcy have undergone such a great change, that she now regrets her refusal at Hunsford. Wishing to see her sister happy, Jane embarks on a plot to bring the two lovers together. ~P&P~ Last update 07/24/2002

The Question Of Entail Written by Daniella Harwood. Eight years after the weddings of the Darcys and the Bingleys, the future of Longbourn is called into question after Mr. Bennet receives news from Mr. Collins and after a mysterious gentleman arrives in Meryton. ~P&P~ Last update 07/24/2002

The Wickhams' Whine Written by RitaH. The Wickhams enjoy a quiet evening of dinner and conversation at home. ~P&P~ Last update 07/24/2002

A Late-Blooming Rose Written by Ilene. Miss Mary Bennet, the musical, moralizing middle child, and the only daughter left at Longbourne after her sisters' marriages, finds herself on the path to greater maturity and sense, and even love. ~P&P~ Last update 07/18/2002

The Balcony Written by Lewis W. With less pride, less prejudice, and much less angst, Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth discover their attraction for one another soon after their acquaintance begins. ~P&P~ Last update 07/13/2002

A Winter In Vienna Written by Ulrike. Colonel Fitzwilliam settles into Vienna on a diplomatic mission after the war. He learns quickly that Vienna's ladies can certainly affect a gentleman. ~P&P~ Last update 07/08/2002

Bath Story Written by P-C (Pei-Ching). Upon her first arrival in Bath, Anne Elliot finds herself in a carriage accident with John Thorpe and Catherine Morland. ~NA~ ~Per~ Last update 07/08/2002

Celebrations Cause Celebrations Written by Tamara. The Bingleys take a house in the same neighborhood as the Darcys, and soon both families welcome a daughter to their home. ~P&P~ Last update 07/08/2002

The New Mrs. Bennet Written by Jeremy D. Horn. The Bennets are fortunate to have gotten a son at last, David. Though he is Lydia's twin, he is nothing like her as far as common sense goes. Now that he has come of age, he finds himself to be always lonely, and sets off to find a wife. ~P&P~ Last update 07/08/2002

The Simply Terrific & Ultimately Disguised (S.T.U.D.) Mr. Collins Written by Lise. Mr. Collins leads a double life: one as a greasy toad of a parson to Lady Catherine, and the other something very different. ~P&P~ Last update 07/08/2002

To Laugh When Wet Written by LauraM. A poem of Elizabeth's and Darcy's love. ~P&P~ Last update 07/08/2002

A Walk In The Rain Written by Daniella Harwood. An added vignette to "Till You Or Jane Return". Darcy takes a walk after hearing Elizabeth's condemnation and determines to reform himself. ~P&P~ Last update 07/02/2002

The Convenience of Trees Written by ElaineMc. Jane and Lizzy go out hunting for apples, and end up stuck in a tree with a viscious dog patrolling below. ~P&P~ Last update 07/02/2002

A More Gentleman-Like Manner Written by Heather Grace. After reading Mr. Darcy's letter, Elizabeth writes some of her own, including one of apology to Mr. Darcy. Though she can not accept him, she is beginning to soften. ~P&P~ Last update 06/27/2002

Heart of Frost Written by Lee. Everyone in Caroline Bingley's life seems to be getting married, everyone that is except herself. ~P&P~ Last update 06/27/2002

Three Gentlemen Written by Lise. Messrs. Bingley, Darcy and Hurst watch ladies go by a window in Meryton, happily giving each a grade on a scale of one to ten. ~P&P~ Last update 06/22/2002

Till You Or Jane Return Written by Daniella Harwood. While Jane and Lizzy join their Aunt and Uncle Gardiner on a trip to Derbyshire, Caroline and her sister are with relatives and not at Pemberley, and Lydia is safe at home. ~P&P~ Last update 06/22/2002

Mr. Darcy Steals A Kiss Written by Kerry N. Mr. Darcy plans his strategy when he wishes to steal his first kiss from Elizabeth. ~P&P~ Last update 06/18/2002

A Short Season: The Young Ladies' Adventures Written by Mary Collette. While Elizabeth Darcy is having her first season in London, Georgiana, Mary and Kitty have their own adventures in town. ~P&P~ Last update 06/14/2002

Inclined To Dance Written by JaneGS. When at Netherfield during Jane's illness, Elizabeth is invited to dance a reel by Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth decides to accept and sees a much lighter side of Darcy than she had previously. ~P&P~ Last update 06/14/2002

Shyness and Suppression Written by Adam Cuerden. Even though Bingley's father is gone, his domineering behavior towards his son leaves his son with no self-confidence. ~P&P~ Last update 06/14/2002

A Love Most Unwanted Written by Ulrike. Harriet and Robert Martin retain their love for one another, even when broken apart by Miss Woodhouse. This story is a sequel to "A Most Delightful Summer". ~Em~ Last update 06/10/2002

Kitty Bennet Discovers Herself Written by Emma Mary N. Without Lydia to influence her, Kitty Bennet learns to be sensible and still enjoy herself. ~P&P~ Last update 06/10/2002

Without Wickham Written by Julie H. When Mr. Darcy and Mr. Bingley start out to ride towards Longbourn to ask after Miss Bennet's health, they meet the Bennets and their cousin, Mr. Collins, in Meryton. (Mr. Wickham is not in this story to cause Darcy to ride away.) ~P&P~ Last update 06/10/2002

A Darcy Delayed Written by Pippa. Though Darcy intends to ask Elizabeth to marry him, he is unexpectedly detained. ~P&P~ Last update 06/03/2002

Ramsgate Connection Written by Carissa. Mr. Bennet takes his family to Ramsgate for the summer, and there Elizabeth befriends Georgiana Darcy. When Wickham proposes, Elizabeth is there to give advice. ~P&P~ Last update 06/03/2002

An Amiable Man Written by Judy-Lynne. Mr. Bingley wishes to distinguish himself and is tired of being always called 'amiable', as if people are just being nice and avoiding the word 'boring'. He also begins to rue taking Darcy's advice regarding Miss Bennet. ~P&P~ Last update 05/30/2002

The Freedom to Choose Written by Laura E. When Mr. Bennet compels Elizabeth to accept Mr. Collins' marriage proposal, she finds an unexpected ally in Mr. Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 05/30/2002

Lavender's Blue, Rosemary's Green Written by Tanya. The history of Mrs. Jenkinson. How she found love, traded the name of Rosemary Holloway for that of her husband Captain Jenkinson, and how she became Anne DeBourgh's governess. ~P&P~ Last update 05/26/2002

Friends In Unusual Places Written by Alice. Mr. Bennet conspires with a most unusual person to bring the diffident Darcy and Elizabeth together at long last. ~P&P~ Last update 05/23/2002

The Fear of Love Written by Katherine. Kitty has already refused Col. Fitzwilliam's proposal, but when they meet again and become good friends, she wonders if she has made a mistake. This is a sequel to "Circumstances of the Heart". ~P&P~ Last update 05/23/2002

Colonel Fitzwilliam Interferes Written by Lissa. Unaware of his cousin's feelings for Elizabeth, Colonel Fitzwilliam decides to follow his heart instead of his purse and ask Elizabeth to marry him. She happily accepts him. Darcy is shocked when he hears. ~P&P~ Last update 05/20/2002

Dear Miss Fordyce Written by RitaH. With the Bingleys and the Darcys settled in the married lives, Mary Bennet corresponds with the daughter of her favorite author and updates her friend on all that has happened. ~P&P~ Last update 05/20/2002

The Adventures of Two Country Misses Written by Laurinda. Mary and Kitty Bennet go to stay with their sister Elizabeth at Pemberley. Mary manages to get Mr. Darcy to promise to teach her how to fence. ~P&P~ Last update 05/19/2002

Kitty Bennet's Bonnet Written by Erika. Kitty Bennet fears being left behind at Longbourne after her eldest sisters marriages, and fears never being allowed to have any fun. ~P&P~ Last update 05/14/2002

Finding a New Place in the World For Me Written by Kendra Crispin. After his infamous speech in the East Room, Sir Thomas decides to give Fanny a choice: marry Henry Crawford, or be disowned by him and be forced to leave Mansfield forever. Fanny, who will not marry Mr. Crawford, is promptly sent back to Portsmouth. She then tries to build a new life for herself. ~MP~ Last update 05/12/2002

Not Her Cap of Tea Written by Solange. Elizabeth Darcy deeply dislikes having to hide her hair under a cap now that she is married. Mr. Darcy doesn't like it one bit either. ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2002

Lady Catherine's Correspondence Written by Katharine Meg. Lady Catherine seems to have no trouble finding people worthy of her superb advice, from the Bertrams to the Churchills to the Bennets. ~P&P~ ~Misc~ Last update 05/06/2002

A Touch of Civility Written by Sarah Kate. Mr. Darcy struggles to write his letter of explanation to Elizabeth, in which he promises to rectify the situation between Bingley and Jane. Elizabeth is overwhelmed by his letter and realizes how badly she misjudged him. ~P&P~ Last update 04/28/2002

Three Dances and an Engagement Written by Marks. Mr. Darcy tries to convince Elizabeth that there are times when his interference in the matrimonial affairs of others is well justified and for the best. ~P&P~ Last update 04/28/2002

To Elizabeth, Upon Refusal Written by Skylar. A poem of Darcy's feelings after Elizabeth refuses him. ~P&P~ Last update 04/27/2002

Persuasion Too Written by Lori Wright. Conner McLeod comes ashore to find his old friend Frederick Wentworth still pining for his lost love. A bit of gentle persuasion and a great deal of ale convinces Wentworth to seek out Anne Elliot. ~Per~ Last update 04/24/2002

A Twist At Lambton Written by Laura E. By lucky chance, Colonel Forster intercepts Lydia before she can elope. Elizabeth is stuned to hear of what might have happened, but is happy to be in Derbyshire with Mr. Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 04/18/2002

Demands of Duty Written by Debbie Leanne. Mr. Bennet must think of the needs of all of his family when Mr. Collins asks for Elizabeth's hand. In order to convince her to accept him, he sends her and Jane to spend two months at Hunsford. ~P&P~ Last update 04/14/2002

Wickham's Tale Written by Alisa. George Wickham loses his father, but gains the support of Mr. Darcy. The younger Mr. Darcy, however, knows Wickham too well to be a friend. ~P&P~ Last update 04/14/2002

Keeping the Old Calendar Written by Skylar. A April Fools story, in which Mr. and Mrs. Darcy exchange tricks. ~P&P~ Last update 04/10/2002

Janet And Elisabeth Written by Tamsin. As young children the earl of Matlock's two daughters, Janet and Elisabeth Fitzwilliam, are kidnapped. Twenty years later it is learned that they were taken and raised by a family named Bennet from Hertfordshire. ~P&P~ Last update 04/07/2002

The Deadlock Written by Sharni. While Elizabeth stays at Netherfield tending to her sister, she and Mr. Darcy find themselves in an embarrasing situation. They find themselves locked in a room together. ~P&P~ Last update 04/07/2002

S.O.S.: A Jane Fairfax Story Written by Lucinda. Jane Fairfax and Frank Churchill are introduced to one another at Weymouth and begin their courtship. ~Em~ Last update 03/27/2002

A Most Delightful Summer Written by Ulrike. Harriet Smith settles in at Mrs. Goddard's school and soon makes friends with Elizabeth Martin. Harriet is invited to Abbey Mill Farm for the summer. ~Em~ Last update 03/22/2002

Lucas' Visit: Or How Mary Found Her True Self Written by Mary Collette. Mary Bennet is excited when her long-time crush, and cousin, Lucas Collins comes to visit from America. ~P&P~ Last update 03/22/2002

The Taming of Lady Lochmaben Written by Mary Collette. The heir to the Earldom of Matlock must find a bride, just as the Lady Lochmaben must find a groom. ~P&P~ Last update 03/22/2002

Wickham At Newcastle Written by Adam Cuerden. The people of Newcastle finally rise up against the philandering cheat, and Wickham gets what is coming to him. ~P&P~ Last update 03/22/2002

And Charlotte Written by Anita N. While her mother hopes Mr. Bingley takes a fancy for Charlotte, Charlotte herself holds out little hope of finding a husband. ~P&P~ Last update 03/18/2002

Colonel Fitzwilliam Lends a Hand Written by Lissa M U. On their way to Rosings, Col. Fitzwilliam is intrigued by his cousin's enthusiasm for seeing Miss Bennet. He later learns how badly Darcy messed up his first meeting with Elizabeth and tries to help put things right. ~P&P~ Last update 03/18/2002

When Mountains Fall Written by Elli. Despite popular opinion, Colonel Fitzwilliam was not in love with Elizabeth Bennet, he thus had a clear head to see what was going on between Darcy and Elizabeth. ~P&P~ Last update 03/18/2002

A Rose By Day Written by LauraM. Darcy is cut off from his money after telling Lady Catherine of his plans to marry Elizabeth. But the couple trusts in love, and soon begin their marriage. ~P&P~ Last update 03/13/2002

Out of Reach Written by Helena. Georgiana has disappeared, apparently eloped from Ramsgate with Wickham, and Darcy is left to find her. ~P&P~ Last update 03/13/2002

First Love Written by Kata. The eighteen year old Fitzwilliam Darcy meets the eleven year old Lizzy on his parents' estate in Derbyshire. ~P&P~ Last update 03/10/2002

A Lady (N)Ever Written by Renega. Lady Anne Fitzwilliam takes a holiday in Derbyshire while her sister is preparing for her wedding. In Lambton she meets her old play-fellow George Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 03/03/2002

An Everlasting Love Written by Sarah Marie. After her marriage, Elizabeth thinks back on the blissful months which preceded the wedding. ~P&P~ Last update 03/03/2002

Diary Of A Rogue (The Unlikely Romance Of Mary Bennet) Written by Roxanne. Harry Sterling has all but run out of money and sets out for Netherfield in search of a wealthy wife. ~P&P~ Last update 03/03/2002

Sophy Written by Ulrike. Sophy Wentworth's mother worries that she will never marry. But Sophy soon enters into a whirlwind courtship with a sailor she barely knows. ~Per~ Last update 03/03/2002

Heaven Can Wait Written by JaneGS. With her wedding to Charles the next day, Jane finally says good-bye to a man she loved long ago and had promised to marry. ~P&P~ Last update 02/27/2002

Roses and Melancholy Written by Laura M. Elizabeth may have refused Darcy, but they soon develop a friendship which suggests something more. ~P&P~ Last update 02/18/2002

Between The Lines Written by Teg and Lise. The no-context-necessary, ultra-clear, one-interpretation-only version of Pride and Prejudice. ~P&P~ Last update 02/12/2002

I Never Deserved You Written by Katherine. After Elizabeth's rejection of him at Hunsford, Darcy falls into a depression, which even seeing Elizabeth again at Pemberley may not be able to lift. ~P&P~ Last update 02/12/2002

Twin Rivalries Written by Evelyn P. Instead of his sisters, Bingley comes to Netherfield with three gentlemen. Excellent news for Elizabeth and her twin sister Emma, that at least is how their mother sees it. ~P&P~ Last update 02/12/2002

Mr. Price's Grog For The Soul Written by William L. Sam Price reminisces over his life and choices and counts his blessings: his wife, his grandchildren, and grog. ~MP~ Last update 01/29/2002

She Was Then But Fifteen Written by Mosylu. Georgiana Darcy is anxious to act her age and prove she is now grown up. While she is staying at Ramsgate, Mr. Wickham comes to call on her. ~P&P~ Last update 01/29/2002

What the Heart Wants: A Story of Friends Written by Nisha and Deepa. A woman comes between close friends Colonel Fitzwilliam, Fitzwilliam Darcy and Charles Bingley. However, that same woman brings them together again. ~P&P~ Last update 01/29/2002

Quitting the Sphere Written by Susan P. After the Netherfield Ball, Bingley, Darcy and the Hurst all leave Netherfield, leaving Caroline behind. Elizabeth is curious to see that her neighbor isn't behaving as would be supposed. ~P&P~ Last update 01/24/2002

None More Foolish Than We Written by Starla. After Darcy slights Charlotte Lucas, Elizabeth and Darcy seem to hit it off. He playfully suggests that they pretend to be engaged, to make tongues wag. ~P&P~ Last update 01/20/2002

When Mrs. Norris Attacks! Written by Kendra Crispin. When Baddeley comes to summon Fanny to Sir Thomas' study (to have Mr. Crawford appeal to her again), Mrs. Norris ignores Baddeley and goes instead of Fanny. What she learns from Crawford sends her into a rage. ~MP~ Last update 01/14/2002

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