
Mrs. Gardiner Takes a Hand
A Pride and Prejudice Variation
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Liz May Brice
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By:
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Jeannie Peneaux
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Mrs. Bennet and her sister are bound for Bath to take the waters. The mistress of Longbourn could not part from her duties if it were not for Mrs. Gardiner of Gracechurch Street. At Elizabeth’s request, her favorite aunt has offered to take up residence for the few months Mrs. Bennet is absent. Mrs. Bennet may doubt that her brother’s wife could manage her family even half as well as she, but as she considers the attractions of Bath, she assures herself that no permanent alterations could possibly be made.
Aunt Gardiner hopes otherwise.
Mrs. Gardiner Takes a Hand, the seventh Pride and Prejudice variation by Jeannie Peneaux, is an epistolary novel. Letters are sent to the most surprising people and read with varying degrees of alarm and pleasure.
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In this Austenesque Adventure, the courtships of Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet, as well as Mr. Bingley and Jane Bennet, begin the day after the Netherfield Ball. A new sense of understanding between the couples paves the way for early declarations of affection, setting them on the path to happiness sooner than expected. However, as romance blossoms, unexpected family matters take center stage. Lady Catherine de Bourgh, known for her imperious nature, is suddenly redeemed in the eyes of her family when it is revealed that she is gravely ill.
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Lots to Like
- By Sandra in Florida on 05-13-25
By: Caroline Cartier
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Saving Jane
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- By: AnnaMarie Wallace
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 11 hrs and 1 min
- Unabridged
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The new tenant of Netherfield Park leaves Meryton without offering for Jane. He loves her but is reluctant to take on the support of her entire family in the event of Mr. Bennet's death, Mr. and Mrs. Bennet are thus determined to force Jane to wed Mr. Collins. Lizzy will do anything to save Jane from such a fate! She spirits Jane away to the Gardiners in London. Determined not to let history repeat itself, they introduce themselves to new acquaintances as orphans with no other siblings. Romances flourish with Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy, but the two sisters are all too aware that the ...
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Elizabeth is a fibber
- By bebe on 09-05-24
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Such Happy Manners
- Pride and Prejudice Variations, Book 1
- By: Clarissa Joy Thomas
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 7 hrs and 42 mins
- Unabridged
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How would the story of Pride and Prejudice be altered if Mr. Wickham had been a good man? Instead of becoming a scoundrel who regularly attempts to elope with teenage girls, Mr. Wickham studies the law as he originally told Mr. Darcy when he gave up the value of the living. After finishing his studies, Mr. Wickham finds work in Meryton with Mr. Phillips, a local solicitor and the Bennets's uncle.
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Good Variation
- By Silver Girl on 06-26-25
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Mr. Darcy's Complex Courtship
- A Darcy & Elizabeth Pride & Prejudice Variation
- By: Kelly Miller
- Narrated by: Stevie Zimmerman
- Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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In this Regency variation of Pride & Prejudice, shocking developments and unforeseen obstacles combine to drive Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy apart. Will they manage to overcome these impediments and find their happily ever after?
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A courtship with complications.
- By Marie on 12-25-24
By: Kelly Miller
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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
- Unabridged
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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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Beautiful story
- By Jessica Benjamin on 04-20-25
By: Melissa Anne
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Being Mrs Darcy: A Pride & Prejudice Variation
- By: Lucy Marin
- Narrated by: Harry Frost
- Length: 17 hrs and 45 mins
- Unabridged
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One distressing night in Ramsgate, Elizabeth Bennet impulsively offers Georgiana Darcy aid. Scandalous rumors soon surround the ladies and Fitzwilliam Darcy, forcing Elizabeth and Darcy, strangers to each other, to marry. Darcy despises everything about his marriage to the daughter of an insignificant country gentleman with vulgar relations. Georgiana, humiliated after a near-elopement with George Wickham and full of Darcy pride, hates her new sister. Their family look upon Elizabeth with suspicion and do little to hide their sentiments.
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Delightfully written + best narrator
- By Léa on 09-20-20
By: Lucy Marin
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The Propriety Failure
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation
- By: Wade H Mann
- Narrated by: Virtual Voice
- Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
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What's the worst that can happen when a Regency lady commits a Propriety Violation? Might she suffer acute embarrassment, a tarnished reputation, a forced marriage, shunning of her family, or something even more dire? These consequences might be devastating, but could we countenance a more nefarious possibility?Elizabeth Bennet is enjoying a peaceful morning stroll in Ramsgate when the pleasant sound of the waves is interrupted by a scream. She impulsively reacts and finds her life altered forever. Caution: This story contains brief, non-graphic descriptions of violence, death, and war.
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Didn’t enjoy it
- By EAP on 06-30-25
By: Wade H Mann
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Mr Darcy's Second Chance
- A Pride and Prejudice Variation Trilogy
- 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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Something More Substantial
- By: Jann Rowland
- Narrated by: Mary Sarah
- Length: 16 hrs and 56 mins
- Unabridged
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A must-listen historical romance from Jann Rowland, author of An Agreeable Compromise.
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Good book
- By KateB on 02-25-23
By: Jann Rowland
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A Most Attentive Mother
- By: Jann Rowland
- Narrated by: Mary Sarah
- Length: 16 hrs and 27 mins
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A must-listen from the author of In Default of Heirs Male.
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loved the story but not the audio quality
- By mia on 02-26-23
By: Jann Rowland
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A Chance Eavesdropping
- A Pride & Prejudice Variation
- By: C. P. Odom
- Narrated by: Neil Mcfarlane
- Length: 11 hrs and 47 mins
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What is a young lady of the Regency to do when she overhears her own mother plotting against her? When the plot involves matching the lovely Elizabeth Bennet with her unpleasant cousin Mr. Collins, sudden and drastic steps are needed.
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Love this one!!!
- By Catherine on 12-31-24
By: C. P. Odom
Love Mrs. Gardiner
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I also enjoyed how Mrs G sets a different tone in the Bennet home, which truly changes their lives.
We don’t just get a HEA for Lizzie and Jane. There are some wonderful matches indeed.
I recommend this book.
Enjoyable and unique format
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The brilliantly-written correspondence among the various characters of Pride and Prejudice will delightfully entertain you. It’s filled with the efforts of Mrs. Gardiner in attempting to lovingly and tactfully guide the residents of Longbourn. A little reverse psychology doesn’t hurt either. Many humorous exchanges and descriptions within the correspondence.
No spoilers for this one. It’s a definite must read from the author of JAFF favourite, Dear Nameless Stranger. Most definitely recommend.
The narrator of this audiobook, Liz May Brice, is new to me. I must say how entertaining and engaging she made a 100% epistolary sound completely conversational, performing all the individual letter writers’ characters in a more than charming manner. I thoroughly enjoyed her and would not hesitate to purchase another audiobook she performs. Well done!
Truly Excellent
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Liz May Brice is a wonderful narrator and sets the right tone for each of the letters. Peneaux has fashioned a unique variation by asking, "What if the Mesdames Bennet and Phillips went away on holiday and left Mrs. Gardiner to keep house for the Bennets?"
It is utterly brilliant.
Elizabeth and Darcy find a different route to happiness. Mrs. Bennet gets up to mischief in the very best and most entertaining ways. Lydia learns self-restraint and perspective. Kitty blossoms with a little encouragement. Mary has depths we never got to explore in the original novel. Mr. Collins has a very witty sister, and the way his tale plays out is both comical and satisfying. Mr. Bennet learns his lessons, Lady Catherine meets her match, and our happily ever after is one of the sweetest this genre could provide.
I was thoroughly entertained throughout, and everything ends precisely when and as it should. Absolutely top tier JAFF. Have a listen. You won't regret purchasing this one.
Charming and Perfect
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Delightful low angst P & P retelling
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Thankfully, NOT another virtual voice narrator! Excellent human narration and story!
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Sweet Story
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Phenomenal Narration
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What a hoot!
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Overall great read
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