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Paths of Men Written by Amy J.
Charles Bingley's decision not to return to Netherfield has far reaching consequences - not only for himself, but for Jane and others. Parallel story to "An Engaging Friendship". ~P&P~ Last update 11/01/2008
Reminiscences and Recollections Written by Ann R.
This story is set approximately 8 years after the Darcy’s had married. It relates various aspects of events in Darcy and Elizabeth life over that period, through a series of recollections. It relates to their relationship with their London neighbour, Lady Adelaide Lyell, and how she provides Elizabeth, Fitzwilliam, Georgiana, the Colonel, the Gardiners and others information about Darcy's parents, and enlightens them all how to face the challenges as they arise in their lives. ~P&P~ Last update 11/01/2008
So Gradually Written by JessicaS.
A much better summer for Darcy prevents the worst of the misunderstandings in Hertfordshire, resulting in a fast, strong friendship between Elizabeth and Darcy. While in Kent, Darcy abruptly discovers that despite, considering Elizabeth only a friend, she has fallen in love with him. ~P&P~ Last update 11/01/2008
Lydia is Married! Written by Ed S.
Lydia waxes poetic regarding her marriage. ~P&P~ Last update 10/26/2008
Confessions, Concerns and Civilities Written by Nikki N.
Darcy confesses to Bingley, and later to Jane, that he had been the principal means of dividing them from each other earlier that year when Jane was staying in London with the Gardiners. ~P&P~ Last update 10/17/2008
Departure from Prison Written by José.
A letter is sent to Bath when Mr. Rushworth decides to change the course of his life. ~MP~ Last update 10/17/2008
Kitty and Lydia Written by Ed S.
In poetic form, the views of Kitty and Lydia on various events. ~P&P~ Last update 10/12/2008
One Fall Morning ~ A Short Story Written by Ellie Rose.
Lizzy is relaxing in her favorite clearing one morning when a meeting occurs of the canine sort. ~P&P~ Last update 10/12/2008
The Making of Henry Written by Cristi.
When Fanny Price refuses Henry Crawford’s proposal, he asks for the chance to prove his love. Even though she still loves Edmund, Fanny agrees. ~MP~ Last update 10/12/2008
After They Left Written by José.
Lieutenant Denny’s thoughts in the days after Wickham and Lydia leave Brighton together. ~P&P~ Last update 09/25/2008
Resurrecting Hope Written by Lydia.
His brother’s Easter Sermon makes Captain Wentworth reconsider his situation. ~Per~ Last update 09/25/2008
Something Worth My Staying For Written by Juliette.
Captain Wentworth cannot suffer in silence as he observes his beloved Anne accepting the attentions of another man at the Bath concert. But when he gets up to leave, he finds that there may be something worth staying for after all. ~Per~ Last update 09/25/2008
Sirius' Intentions Written by Debra Anne.
The beginning of Darcy and Elizabeth's relationship is helped along by her dog. ~P&P~ Last update 09/20/2008
Pride Prejudice and Prodigy Written by Jamie.
When tragedy brings the Darlington family to Longbourn, Elizabeth Bennet befriends the ill-fated daughter, Julia; and finds herself fascinated by the enigmatic son, James, in whom Darcy discovers a worthy competitor for Elizabeth’s heart. The second part of the story follows Georgiana Darcy’s struggles against the demons of her youth to blossom into a unique heroine. ~P&P~ Last update 08/31/2008
The Journals of Thomas Bennet Written by Lynne Robson.
Excerpts from Mr. Bennet's personal journals starting with the birth of his favourite daughter. After Elizabeth's marriage, Mr. Bennet is in for a big shock, for his life will change and the future holds several surprises for him. ~P&P~ Last update 08/29/2008
A Noteworthy Courtship Written by LauraS.
Inspired by You’ve Got Mail/The Shop Around the Corner. After the Netherfield Ball, Mr. Darcy stays in Hertfordshire after accidentally exchanging notes with an unknown person. After discovering his fellow correspondent is Elizabeth, he uses the notes as a catalyst to change her opinion of him. ~P&P~ Last update 08/07/2008
Miss de Bourgh’s Diary Written by Cristina.
Anne de Bourgh searches for her own happy ending and reveals her thoughts in the pages of her diary. ~P&P~ Last update 08/04/2008
Not Long Now Written by Genevieve.
Lizzy & Darcy's engagement is nearing an end, and the Bennets are invited to Pemberley to inspect where their daughter shall live. Jane affords the fiancés a moment alone... ~P&P~ Last update 07/13/2008
Not the End, But the Beginning Written by Genevieve.
As few days are spent at Netherfield in celebration of the engagement of Jane & Bingley, Lizzy and Darcy attempt to conceal their engaged status, which proves rather difficult when their already strong feelings are fanned by those around them. ~P&P~ Last update 07/13/2008
A Conversation Between Lovers Written by LisaJ.
A short glimpse of married life at Pemberley; the Master and Mistress are quite relaxed giving us a hint of how life might be in that great estate during a single conversation. ~P&P~ Last update 07/05/2008
A Gentlewoman for Her Sake Written by Sofie.
Collins vows to marry Charlotte when he discovers he is not considered worthy to aspire to Jane's hand, but becomes distracted from his purpose when he meets another young lady at the Netherfield Ball. ~P&P~ Last update 07/05/2008
Bliss Written by Kathy Taylor.
As Darcy helps Elizabeth into their wedding carriage, he muses on his good fortune. ~P&P~ Last update 07/05/2008
December Reflections Written by Kathy Taylor.
They had been married but two years, but Darcy’s foreboding was keen with regards his wife as he hurried to her chambers to see what had caused him a sense of unease. ~P&P~ Last update 07/05/2008
Restoring the Heir Written by Lori.
Twenty-eight years after the event that caused pain and forever changed the Bennets' lives, the truth about the real Bennet heir comes to light. Mr. and Mrs. Bennet's son is alive. ~P&P~ Last update 07/05/2008
The life that should have been Written by Gayle.
John Willoughby thinks of the life he should have been. ~S&S~ Last update 07/05/2008
Unusual Turn of Events Written by Lindsey H.
Mary Bennet, Jane Fairfax, and Darcy conspire to make sure everyone ends up with the appropriate partner – all in one dance! ~P&P~ ~Em~ Last update 07/05/2008
View from the Upper Window Written by Becky T.
Mr. Bingley pays Mr. Bennet a visit, leading to rough-housing above stairs and a very odd conversation, indeed. ~P&P~ Last update 07/05/2008
Particular Attachments Written by Allison OM.
Digressing from P&P at the proposal in Kent, this story begins two years after tragedy befalls both Lydia and Jane. It follows the newlywed Elizabeth, Kitty, Georgiana, Bingley, and the still-unmarried Mr. Darcy towards an emotional resolve from their many losses. ~P&P~ Last update 07/02/2008
Particular Attachments – Chapter the Last Written by Allison OM.
An alternative end to Particular Attachments. Written for April Fools 2008. ~P&P~ Last update 07/02/2008
A Good Memory Is Unpardonable Written by Alicia M.
Elizabeth’s loss of memory for two months helps speed up her romance with Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
An Earlier Meeting Written by Amy P.
Shortly after the death of their father, the Darcy siblings meet Jane and Elizabeth Bennet in London. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Beautiful Schemers Written by locar.
A delicious tale showing another side of four well-known characters. Anne de Bourgh, Mr. and Mrs. Darcy and Mr. Wickham all feature in a story of the twisted games people play. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Duty and Honor Written by Jean.
A story of what might have happened if Louisa had not become engaged to James Benwick. Frederick felt honor bound to offer his hand to Louisa and Anne goes on with her life. The story takes place thirteen years later. ~Per~ Last update 06/16/2008
Elizabeth Bennet's Birthday Written by Emmaline.
Lizzy experiences an unusual birthday. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Giving Consequence Written by Rita H.
Mr. Collins finds himself distracted while attempting to fullfill his promise to dance with all of his fair cousins. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Infinite Use Written by Elizabeth Hooton.
A sequel to The Evening Before. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Moments: A series of vignettes Written by Rosanna.
A series of vignettes, spanning across a timeline of several years. Elizabeth and Mr Darcy, their marriage and their walks across Pemberley. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Mr. Bingley's Giving a Ball Written by Kaylee B.
Mr. Bingley along with the rest of Meryton break out into song as his invitations to the Netherfield Ball are sent out. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Out of the Mouths of Babes Written by Miss Pat.
James Darcy, age 8, is the speaker of the house on this day at least. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Sententia Somes Absum, Phasmatis Ago In Written by Bekah.
After one month of wedded bliss, Elizabeth Darcy is given an unanticipated insight into her husband’s not-so-blissful past. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Taking Leave Written by Nerin.
Marianne prepares for Willoughby's visit to Barton Cottage, but all does not transpire as she had hoped. Missing Scene. ~S&S~ Last update 06/16/2008
The Odyssey Written by Hannah Amelia.
What does Mr. Bennet really do with his time? A short story on the machinations of an evil tome. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
The Wicker Basket Written by Mari A.
An absurd twist on Mansfield Park, exploring what might have happened when Fanny returned from Portsmouth. ~MP~ Last update 06/16/2008
Tip&ping the Velvet Written by Caroline R.
The Reverend Mr Darcy creates quite a stir after his arrival in Mertyton. Scandals & secrets galore! ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
To Be Mistress of Pemberley Might Be Something Written by Brenna.
After seeing Mrs. Darcy hard at work, Caroline Bingley decides she's better off single. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
To Georgiana From Netherfield Written by Maria Julia.
Darcy exchanges letters with his sister and cousin. This takes place during Elizabeth and Jane’s stay at Netherfield. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Variation Written by Anna P.
Elizabeth’s trip to Pemberley with her aunt and uncle ends a little differently. ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Wickham Gets Antsy Written by Lori.
While trying to turn the Bennet ladies against Darcy, his horse is spooked and he lands in an ant hill. (Note: This occurs after the Netherfield ball.) ~P&P~ Last update 06/16/2008
Worthy of Me Written by Lindsey H.
How did Mary Crawford take the news? ~MP~ Last update 06/16/2008
Contradictions and Varieties Written by Elizabeth Hooton.
Elizabeth and Darcy are enjoying a cautious, companionable courtship when Jane's letter arrives at Pemberley. ~P&P~ Last update 06/10/2008
Darcy's Anapestic Adventure Written by Ed S.
An experiment in poetic metre told in Darcy's voice. ~P&P~ Last update 06/10/2008
Elizabeth Bennet's Easter Written by Emmaline.
Lizzy's musings on her Easter while at Hunsford ~P&P~ Last update 06/10/2008
What If Sophy Knew Written by Cristi.
Though she hides it well when she meets Anne Eliot, Sophie Croft is well aware of the lady's previous engagement to Frederick. ~Per~ Last update 06/10/2008
What Really Happened at Rosings Written by SandyL.
This story takes place at the end of Lady Catherine’s interrogation of Lizzy at dinner at Rosings, according to the 2005 movie version of the events. ~P&P~ Last update 06/02/2008
Girl Talk Written by Katharina.
Considers a question that has occupied ladies throughout the ages: “Why is he not calling?” ~P&P~ Last update 05/29/2008
An Impossible Treasure Written by Jax.
Elizabeth and Darcy meet and fall in love for the first time in 1806. A few obstacles break them apart for five years until they are reunited the summer before the novel. Will they be able to rekindle their love? ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2008
An Inducement Into Matrimony Written by Jen P.
Wickham takes inspiration from the fact that Darcy singled out Elizabeth at the Netherfield Ball. ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2008
En Route Written by Katharina.
A matter of unusual architecture stands between the Darcys and happiness. ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2008
End of Innocence Written by Lise.
A few months after her broken engagement, Anne Elliot finds out she is pregnant. ~Per~ Last update 05/11/2008
If Only Written by Jeanneaileen.
Henry Crawford has learned from his mistakes and counsels a younger man who is about to make the same mistakes. ~MP~ Last update 05/11/2008
In Compassionate Silence Written by Marianne.
After giving Elizabeth the letter, Darcy takes himself off to a secluded copse of Rosings Park, sits down and cries unobserved (or so he thinks). Little does he know that he is not the only one to retreat to that particular copse that day. ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2008
It Hardly Signifies Written by Kent.
When Mr. Bennet is injured, Lizzy leaves Hunsford before Darcy's proposal. ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2008
London Outskirts Written by Kent.
Lizzy encounters Darcy two days before traveling to Kent, and an eventful curricle ride ensues. ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2008
Rivaling Prejudices Written by Lindsey H.
A short narrative in which circumstances leading to the end of Pride & Prejudice are a little bit different. ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2008
Tactics and Punishment Written by Katharina.
A companion piece to Missing In Action. What exactly did Lady Catherine want? Deals with well-meaning, interfering relatives. ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2008
The Rules of Estrangement Written by Kathy.
After several years of estrangement from her husband, Elizabeth returns to her family at Longbourn. When her husband shows up, as well, she'll find that keeping to the rules of estrangement are not as easy when you aren't estranged. ~P&P~ Last update 05/11/2008
A Fall in Lyme Written by Sofie.
The party from Uppercross wake up on their first morning in Lyme to find themselves snowed in at the inn. Unable to go out and walk on the cobb, they must deal with cabin fever and a different course of events. ~Per~ Last update 03/31/2008
A Surfeit of Clerics Written by Meg E.
The Reverend Henry Bingley gives his twin brother Charles some support - and Mr. Darcy some competition - in this Pride and Prejudice what-if tale. ~P&P~ Last update 03/31/2008
Dark Times for Mr. Bingley Written by Melissa M.
A short missing scene in which Bingley's sisters and Mr. Darcy convince Mr. Bingley that Jane Bennet has no affection for him. ~P&P~ Last update 03/31/2008
I Shall Not Go Away Written by SandyL.
When Lady Catherine descends upon Longbourn to try to persuade Elizabeth Bennet to refuse Mr. Darcy’s offer of marriage, she makes a number of idle threats which fail to convince the young lady. But what if she actually carried one of them out? ~P&P~ Last update 03/31/2008
Kitty Bennet Written by Allie S.
Kitty Bennet decides to keep a diary as she embarks on a trip to Derbyshire to visit pregnant sister Elizabeth Darcy, with the intention of becoming more mature, attracting an exciting husband, and avoiding embarrassing her sister and brother-in-law. ~P&P~ Last update 03/31/2008
Lady Hampton Written by Lucie.
After Elizabeth Bennet marries the man she had always intended on marrying, Caroline Bingley must find happiness elsewhere and marries Sir James Fitzwilliam, the Earl of Hampton. ~P&P~ Last update 03/31/2008
Lizzy's William: A Very Different Reaction Written by Lori.
Lizzy’s cat, William, discovers that he does not need to persuade his Lizzy to his way of thinking on Gentleman Number Two, as she is already highly sympathetic to his plight concerning this particular gentleman. ~P&P~ Last update 03/31/2008
Mr. Collins Gets Distracted Written by Alicia M.
Mr. Collins's affections are engaged by an unconventional woman. ~P&P~ Last update 03/31/2008
Not in a Humour to Wait Written by Marianne.
Instead of Elizabeth thanking Darcy for helping out her sister, Darcy is the one who begins the conversation in which he proposes for the second time. ~P&P~ Last update 03/31/2008
She Asked To See Me Written by Jeanneaileen.
Inspired by S&S 2008, this short story takes place at Cleveland when Colonel Brandon visits Marianne after he brings her in safely from rain and storm. ~S&S~ Last update 03/31/2008
The Bennet Son Written by Nerin.
The Bennets' son ensures that Longbourn will remain in the family, but Johnathon's distaste towards marriage worries his father. ~P&P~ Last update 03/31/2008
The Last Best Gift Written by Sofie.
Fanny Price's stay in Portsmouth is extended due to Tom Bertram's illness and she wonders if she will ever be called home to Mansfield again. ~MP~ Last update 03/31/2008
The Next Best Gift Written by Sofie.
After Tom's refusal to die and Henry Crawford and Maria's disgrace, Edmund must look for a new lady to woo because Mary Crawford is beyond his hopes. ~MP~ Last update 03/31/2008
The Valentine of Miss Bates Written by Allison OM.
Generosity leads to a very unexpected and very happy ending for Miss Bates. ~Em~ Last update 03/31/2008
At Your Service Written by Genette.
When typhoid quarantines the Hunsford and Rosings households, Mr. Darcy must see Elizabeth to safety. ~P&P~ Last update 03/03/2008
Mr. Collins's Exemplary Vegetables Written by Katja.
Mr. Collins goes a–wooing and is well fed in the process. ~P&P~ Last update 02/29/2008
Upon Meeting Elizabeth Bennet in London Written by Ed S.
A poem with a surprising twist. ~P&P~ Last update 02/29/2008
Lady Catherine's Pen Pal Written by Ed S.
Lady Catherine warms to Elizabeth after a series of letters between them. ~P&P~ Last update 01/31/2008
The Twelve Children of Christmas Written by Dan Hoyt.
Elizabeth Darcy's been keeping an unusual secret for ten years; revealing it this Christmas turns out to be the best gift her husband ever received. ~P&P~ Last update 01/31/2008
A Confession Written by Mercy.
A few days after their engagement, Elizabeth has an important confession to make to Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
A Little More Practice Written by Sandy W.
The day after Lady Catherine critiques her musical performance, Elizabeth Bennet follows her Ladyship’s advice and commences practice on the piano in Mrs. Jenkinson’s room. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
A Question of Honour Written by Mari A.
While Elizabeth and Jane stay at Netherfield, Darcy thinks about the future, but even he cannot foresee the dramatic turn of events when a rogue decides to take revenge. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
Caroling Memories Written by Lori.
As a girl, Marilyn Thompson (the future Mrs. Gardiner) goes caroling with her family in Lambton. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
Have we not always spoken plainly to one another? Written by Jeanneaileen.
Marianne Dashwood confronts Willoughby at the ball in London. She is saved from passing out by a strong arm. ~S&S~ Last update 01/06/2008
Hunsford, Interrupted Written by Meg E.
A bit too much medicinal claret and a more-blunt-than-usual Elizabeth cause Mr. Darcy's Hunsford proposal to go awry. Sometimes, however, the best-laid plans ought to go astray. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
Lizzy’s William Written by Lori.
Someone decides to enlighten Elizabeth on the trustworthiness of Mr. Darcy when he and Mr. Bingley come to visit. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
Meltdown at the Engagement Party Written by Monique.
Caroline experiences a set-down shortly after Darcy and Elizabeth become engaged. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
Mrs Willoughby’s Distress Written by Laurel Burn.
Seven years after her marriage, Vanessa Willoughby (née Grey) realizes her husband has not forgotten Marianne Brandon (née Dashwood). ~S&S~ Last update 01/06/2008
Sound Advice Written by Jeanneaileen.
A short story in which the Wentworth’s last daughter is about to marry. Frederick seeks Lady Russell’s advice on his daughter’s choice. ~Per~ Last update 01/06/2008
The Darcys Written by Lea.
Lady Catherine finally deigns to visit the Darcys after the birth of their first son, Fitzwilliam Darcy III. Right before dinner, Lizzy's father drops by unexpectedly for some fun at Lady Catherine's expense. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
The Fiancée Written by Lilo.
As Mr. Collins proposes to Elizabeth, Mr. Bennet is shot. Confusion ensues but ends with an engagement. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
The Second Sister Written by Lucrezia.
In 1794, two little girls disappear in the midst of a horrific event. The reemergence of one of the girls some eighteen years later brings happiness to many but will drive a few to acts of desperation. The young woman raised as Elizabeth Bennet for eighteen years is not whom she believes herself to be. A story of murder, betrayal and reconciliation. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
The Wickham Legacy Written by Lilo.
After some ten years in Newcastle, George Wickham is bored with the military and with his marriage. He is determined to do better for himself. ~P&P~ Last update 01/06/2008
Nobody's Daughter Written by Carol B.
Colonel Brandon removes Eliza Williams to the country after her child, fathered by Willoughby, is born. ~S&S~ Last update 12/20/2007
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