
A Short Period of Exquisite Felicity
A Pride & Prejudice Variation (Unabridged)
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Harry Frost
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By:
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Amy D'Orazio
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Is not the very meaning of love that it surpasses every objection against it?
Jilted. Never did Mr. Darcy imagine it could happen to him.
But it has, and by Elizabeth Bennet, the woman who first hated and rejected him but then came to love him - he believed - and agree to be his wife. Alas, it is a short-lived, ill-fated romance that ends nearly as soon as it has begun. No reason is given.
More than a year since he last saw her - a year of anger, confusion, and despair - he receives an invitation from the Bingleys to a house party at Netherfield. Darcy is first tempted to refuse, but with the understanding that Elizabeth will not attend, he decides to accept.
When a letter arrives, confirming Elizabeth’s intention to join them, Darcy resolves to meet her with indifference. He is determined that he will not demand answers to the questions that plague him. Elizabeth is also resolved to remain silent and hold fast to the secret behind her refusal. Once they are together, however, it proves difficult to deny the intense passion that still exists. Fury, grief, and profound love prove to be a combustible mixture. But will the secrets between them be their undoing?
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- By: Jan Ashton, J. Marie Croft, Lucy Marin
- Narrated by: Liam Anderson
- Length: 11 hrs and 18 mins
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Mr Darcy's Second Chance is a compilation of three previously published Pride and Prejudice Variations.
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Good value listen!
- By Marie on 11-28-24
By: Jan Ashton, and others
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The Bennet Inheritance
- By: Jann Rowland
- Narrated by: Harry Frost
- Length: 14 hrs and 57 mins
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Years after conspiring men denied his father the inheritance that was his by birthright, Mr. Henry Bennet returns to Longbourn with his three daughters, having received the estate on the death of its previous master. Mr. Bennet has no notion why the man who stole it from his father willed the property to his control, but he is grateful to return to the lands of his forebears. As the Bennets settle into their lives as gentlefolk once again, their new friends welcome them to the neighborhood, and they begin the struggle to turn Longbourn again into a prosperous estate.
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Pride and Prejudice meets Leave it to Beaver
- By Anonymous User on 03-02-25
By: Jann Rowland
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Out of Obscurity
- By: Jann Rowland
- Narrated by: Harry Frost
- Length: 18 hrs and 29 mins
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At a dinner party in London during the season, Fitzwilliam Darcy meets an enchanting young woman. Though he recognizes her beauty and poise, he is struck by a sense of familiarity and realizes she is someone connected to him. What follows is a whirlwind of events in which the woman's lineage is discovered and her true identity is established. Darcy quickly realizes she is a woman estimable in her own right, and he finds himself besotted. But amid the miraculous events of a lost soul returning home, dark forces conspire against the young woman, for her loss was not an accident.
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Great narrative and interesting story
- By Jennifer Mcanally on 03-13-25
By: Jann Rowland
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In Sickness and in Health
- A Variation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice (Unabridged)
- By: Frances Reynolds
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 9 hrs and 1 min
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Fitzwilliam Darcy is immune to smallpox, but finds himself all too susceptible to the charms of Elizabeth Bennet. First drawn to her as merely a friend, his feelings deepen as he witnesses her care for her family and neighbors as they face death, sorrow, and the ravages of the disease.
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Good plot
- By bebe on 09-28-23
By: Frances Reynolds
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Worthy of Her Trust
- By: Melissa Anne
- Narrated by: Harry Frost
- Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins
- Unabridged
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Orphaned and concealed by her neglectful family, Elizabeth's true identity and inheritance are squandered. Reconnecting with Fitzwilliam Darcy in adulthood, they navigate courtship amidst revelations of her heritage and his role as a trustee. Facing societal expectations and familial deceit, they confront manipulative family members and triumph over obstacles, ensuring justice and personal happiness.
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Darcy and Elizabeth against the world
- By Patti on 11-12-24
By: Melissa Anne
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Veni Vidi Vicious
- A Viking Pride and Prejudice Variation
- By: Elin Eriksen
- Narrated by: Harry Frost
- Length: 15 hrs and 22 mins
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A unique story in the Austenesque catalogue—a Viking era variation of Pride and Prejudice. Set in the late 800s when King Alfred the Great ruled in Wessex and Harold Fairhair united tribal Norway into one kingdom. Elizabeth’s courage had risen when faced with the fierce Viking, but what will she do when she finds herself as a stowaway on a Viking ship, heading for a major sea battle?
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Outstanding performance/raw, intense variation
- By Marie on 01-29-25
By: Elin Eriksen
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Darcy and Elizabeth's Dreams of Redemption
- By: Melissa Anne
- Narrated by: Harry Frost, Elizabeth Grace
- Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins
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After leaving Netherfield, Fitzwilliam Darcy hopes to escape the memory of Elizabeth Bennet. Yet, he cannot escape her in his dreams, where she angrily rejects his suit. As these dreams seem partially prophetic, Darcy begins to reconsider his actions in Hertfordshire. Unbeknownst to him, Elizabeth is experiencing similar dreams, seeing a different side of Darcy than the haughty demeanor he initially displayed. When they meet again in Kent, their reunion is unexpectedly amiable especially as they come to realize they shared a dream of the future.
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Mr. Bennet is the villan
- By Melissa C. on 03-08-25
By: Melissa Anne
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Heir Apparent: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- Pride and Prejudice Variations
- By: Clarissa Joy Thomas
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 14 hrs and 22 mins
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James Bennet is the perfect heir to Longbourn. He is always looking out for his sisters and mother, making sure they have the opportunity to receive proper education, and always making sure they have the guidance and direction they need. He purchased a small cottage to ensure that his mother and sisters had somewhere to live in the event that something happened to him and his father. He works tirelessly on the estate to ensure that Longbourn is profitable.
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Older Bennet brother
- By mustang on 04-03-25
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A Wilful Misunderstanding
- A Pride & Prejudice Variation
- By: Amy D'Orazio
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 11 hrs and 33 mins
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The moment he saw her at the assembly in Meryton, he knew he loved her. When Fitzwilliam Darcy meets Elizabeth bennet in the fateful autumn of 1811, their mutual infatuation is immediate and undeniable. Within months, they are married and spend a blissful winter at Pemberley, falling more deeply in love with each other than either might have imagined possible. But spring in London proves more challenging to them. Accident and artifice join to devastating effect for the young couple, destroying their felicity and creating an outcome neither might have imagined.
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5 Tissue Rating
- By Sherrie Jones on 10-30-20
By: Amy D'Orazio
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Falling Slowly
- A Pride & Prejudice Novella
- By: Christie Capps
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 2 hrs and 47 mins
- Unabridged
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Elizabeth Bennet loathes insufferable Mr. Darcy. When a series of mishaps repeatedly throws them into each other’s company—first with her unconscious at Netherfield, then him injured at Rosings—Elizabeth begins to see a different side of the proud man she thought she knew. This tender, low-angst Regency variation of Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice proves that pride does indeed come before a fall…and that, in this case, love always comes after.
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Sweet
- By Sandra in Florida on 04-06-25
By: Christie Capps
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The Mysteries of Pemberley: A Pride & Prejudice Variation
- By: Amy D'Orazio
- Narrated by: Brady Smith
- Length: 13 hrs and 30 mins
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Elizabeth Bennet made her sister a promise on her deathbed: to love and care for her son, young Charles Bingley, like her very own child. And so she did, for four years, until the boy's guardian, Fitzwilliam Darcy showed up in Meryton, insisting on removing the boy from his aunt, his life, and everything he knew, to be raised at Pemberley.
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Pride, Prejudice and Presumptions ....
- By Marie on 11-11-21
By: Amy D'Orazio
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Clever Lass
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- By: Mary Alice Alexander
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 17 hrs and 27 mins
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Elizabeth Bennet's world is imperiled by the unjust entail which looms over her beloved family estate, Longbourn. Her father's ailing health only exacerbates the urgency of their predicament. Determined to ensure that the odious Rev William Collins never inherits her home, Elizabeth embarks on a courageous journey to end the entail once and for all.
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Trying to Be Too Many Things
- By Amy Nix on 10-31-23
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- Kindle Customer
- 05-30-20
Oh My!
Shocking turn of events throughout the storyline. It was quite evocative. To learn of so much treachery, deceit and wanton behavior and still have ODC have their own HEA even if it was slightly marred at the end by Lydia's elicit confessions.
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- Kim Claiborne
- 12-11-20
good premise but too long
The last 3rd of this book was predictable and waaay too drawn out. The editor should have cut several chapters that repeated the same sentiments over an over. I am giving it 4 stars because the dialogue is good and twists are fun.
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- Happy_Thought_Indeed
- 08-10-20
I love this book and the brilliant narration brings it to life!
This book is heavy and full of anguish for ODC. Their HEA and the unexpected plots twists make all the heartache worthwhile.
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- Mays Ramirez
- 07-06-20
Loved it!!! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Pride and Prejudice is my favorite book and Ive purchased alot of P&P variations. This is one of my favorites. If you read the original you know that Colonel Fitzwilliam is a side character we dont really get to explore. In alot of variations he is Darcys closest friend who is usually there for comic relief. He's attracted to Elizabeth but he needs to marry well so he easily steps aside for Darcy. I loved seeing him as someone who's jealously and resentfulness builds up over time. Even though I already guessed the twist at the end it was still enjoyable. The narration was wonderful but the epilogue was kinda weird and not needed.
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- Kindle Customer
- 01-30-23
Good story, excellent narration!
Mr Frost had me doubled over in laughter at times from his droll reading of the story, and Colonel Fitzwilliam’s storyline was entirely unexpected and surprising. The Darcy/Elizabeth story also had several twists that made for a very enjoyable listen. Highly recommended.
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- Melissa C.
- 09-26-22
Could Darcy consider a 3rd proposal?
I must admit, my initial reason for listening to this P&P variation is that I have now subscribed Harry Frost's voice to how I imagine Darcy's voice. I did come to really enjoy the story. It is nice to see a different villain. This villain's actions, although cruel, were believable. Of course the same irritants are thier long lasting negative impacts on the Darcys.
Great listen and excellent story.
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- Ruth
- 09-02-20
Amazing book. One of the best ever of them!!
5 minutes into the book and I was blown away, I could not put it down. There was so much nail biting, intrigue, and many WTF moments. I truly believe this is the best out of all the spinoff books (about 30 so far) if your are a fan. Must read!! Great voice, pace and flow.
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- Traci S.
- 01-29-22
Great once you get past the misunderstandings
Don't get me wrong, this is a great book. My only complaint (well, my first) is the amount of "willful misunderstanding" in the first few hours of the story. I know that's what the story is about, but it is VERY WILLFUL. Like to the point that I kept thinking, why don't you just talk to each other for more than a minute and you would figure this out. So, the first few hours of this story is missing the clever banter that I have come to look forward to in JAFF. My second complaint is that one of my favorite characters is evil in this variation. That's just a personal opinion.
I enjoyed the last quarter of the book, it is more in style with the type of JAFF that I prefer. I LOVED the Viscount and his wife in this variation, I wish they would have been major players in this book. I found myself laughing out loud at them.
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- Fabulous Mrs B
- 09-05-21
Great story
As any of Amy D’Orazio’s stories this was amazing. So well written and well performed by Harry Frost I was hooked. Loved it. Great Jaff.
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- 03-14-24
What a great story!
I loved this book. It takes you on an journey with highs and lows that drive strong emotional response. Love this Darcy; Love this Elizabeth. I've read and loved all of this author's books but this is my first audio version from her. I'm totally going to enjoy listening to the rest of audio versions.♥️♥️♥️A+ Totally recommend!
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