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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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
Dreams, Hopes, Desperation Written by Helga.
Elizabeth must wait and wonder whether Darcy will return to her, all the while watching Jane's happiness. ~P&P~ Last update 07/27/2003
Sow Potatoes, See What You Shall Reap Written by Sylvie.
After leaving Netherfield and Jane behind, Bingley still is interested in the management of the estate, and meets with an agriculture specialist about planting potatoes. The specialist just happens to be Mr. Gardiner. ~P&P~ Last update 07/27/2003
The Idea of Good Company Written by Daniella Harwood.
Its nearly three years after "Till You Or Jane Return". Georgiana travels to Bath with her brother and his wife. She makes a friend of Anne Elliot and helps her through her troubles to fall in love with Frederick, finding love for herself on the way. ~P&P~ ~Per~ Last update 07/27/2003
The Sword of Damocles Written by Lili.
Fortune intervenes to help bring Elizabeth and Darcy together. ~P&P~ Last update 07/27/2003
You Can't Hurry Love Written by Lady Meg.
Phillip Collins get sick of his brother bemoaning his lack of a love life. ~P&P~ Last update 07/27/2003
It Runs In The Family Written by Joanna.
Elizabeth is terribly worried that she is turning into her mother. ~P&P~ Last update 06/28/2003
What If ... A Very Short Story Written by Helga.
Elizabeth learns early on the relative worth or Mr. Wickham and Mr. Darcy, but that might not be enough to bring happiness. ~P&P~ Last update 06/18/2003
A Different Proposal Written by Laura E.
Darcy works to protect Elizabeth from an unhappy fate after she agrees to marry Wickham. ~P&P~ Last update 06/10/2003
A Mishap At Pemberley Written by Abby.
Elizabeth Bennet accidentally slips into Pemberley's pond just as Mr. Darcy is returning home. ~P&P~ Last update 06/07/2003
A Shade In His Character: My Continuation Written by Betsy D.
Darcy falls asleep in his library and a disturbing dream leaves him with grave doubts about his wife. A continuation of Alicia's "A Shade In His Character". ~P&P~ Last update 06/07/2003
Say You Need Me Written by Laeticia.
A small transgression nearly leads to Elizabeth leaving her husband forever. ~P&P~ Last update 06/07/2003
St. Thomas's Oracle Written by Elke.
Mrs. Gardiner tells her nieces how she had dreamt of her husband before she met him, and how they can dream of their future husbands. ~P&P~ Last update 06/07/2003
The Garden of Butterflies Written by Laeticia.
Elizabeth teaches her children about the beauty and value of butterflies. ~P&P~ Last update 06/07/2003
The Valley Of Rainbows Written by Laeticia.
Elizabeth teaches her children to value the rain as well as the sun. ~P&P~ Last update 06/07/2003
Honour and Happiness Written by Cosima.
At the Netherfield Ball, Darcy never receives information from Sir William that Bingley is in danger of falling for Jane. ~P&P~ Last update 05/27/2003
Marital Bliss Written by Elke.
Elizabeth and Darcy are interrupted by the Collinses before he can complete his first proposal. But, perhaps it is for the best. ~P&P~ Last update 05/27/2003
Masks and Mysteries Written by Elke.
When Elizabeth strays from the front of her uncle's warehouse, she finds herself intrigued by a man with a mask. ~P&P~ Last update 05/27/2003
Rose Without A Thorn Written by Cosima.
The Darcys share their love through letters during a separation. ~P&P~ Last update 05/27/2003
The Good Brother Written by Daniella Harwood.
Vowing to prevent anything like the Ramsgate incident from happening again, Darcy decides to marry. Dissatisfied with the ladies he has come into contact with, he decides on a marriage of convenience to Anne de Bourgh. ~P&P~ Last update 05/27/2003
The Little Tree Climber Written by Kathy Taylor.
As a child, Elizabeth Bennet takes a trip to Derbyshire with her aunt and uncle. While climbing a tree she meets an older boy. ~P&P~ Last update 05/15/2003
A Poem Written by Jen F.
An ode to childhood friendship. ~P&P~ Last update 04/27/2003
Coming Out of Shells Written by Tiffany.
The Darcy family prepares for Georgiana's Coming Out Ball in the spring. Her desired suitor is not one Darcy had expected. ~P&P~ Last update 04/27/2003
Hoping against Hope Written by Zsuzsa.
After the Darcys marriage and her mother's death, Anne de Bourgh must adjust to her new roles and decide how to find a satisfying love. ~P&P~ Last update 04/27/2003
Dream Girl Written by Kathy Taylor.
Elizabeth and Darcy have dreamt of each other all of their lives. When they finally meet, however, things do not transpire as they both wish. ~P&P~ Last update 04/24/2003
A Most Convenient Mishap Written by Rebecca E.
A comedy of errors ensues when Elizabeth comes to nurse her sister at Netherfield, beginning with her trunk being placed in the wrong room. ~P&P~ Last update 03/30/2003
When All Love Must Be in Vain Written by Meg Marisa.
After running away with Wickham, Lydia remains hidden in London, where her family can not find her. Eventually they find her pregnant and in a poor house. Elizabeth continues to live with her parents, and raises Lydia's daughter. ~P&P~ Last update 03/30/2003
Past, Present, Future Written by Tamara.
On his way to Pemberley, Mr. Darcy is knocked out when the carriage goes over a particularly nasty bump. While unconscious, his life, including the future, passes before his eyes. ~P&P~ Last update 03/16/2003
Dancing in the Coppice Wood Written by Tamara.
First young Darcy and Georgiana find a glade at Pemberley to be a place of refuge, later Elizabeth and her husband make it their own. ~P&P~ Last update 03/01/2003
Disparity In Their Ages Written by Zsuzsa.
Long after most had given up on him every marrying, the confirmed bachelor, Henry Woodhouse, finally finds himself a wife. ~Em~ Last update 03/01/2003
Dreams Fulfilled Written by Jacqui.
Elizabeth and Darcy clash during her first pregnancy, when he wants her to do nothing but sit inside, and she gets bored. ~P&P~ Last update 03/01/2003
Everything in It's Own Time Written by Tamara.
While still teenagers Jane and Elizabeth enjoy their first visit to London, where they meet the young Mr. Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 03/01/2003
A Long Road to Happiness Written by Lisa L.
Elizabeth makes excuses to her aunt and declines to visit Pemberley with her and Mr. Gardiner. When her relatives return from the estate, they tell of meeting a very cordial and friendly Mr. Darcy. ~P&P~ Last update 02/25/2003
A Saint Valentine's Day Tale Written by Alison.
Near the end of her life Cassandra Austen reads through her sister's letters for the last time before consigning them to the fire. ~Misc~ Last update 02/25/2003
Dearest Loveliest Lydia Written by Alicia M.
Lydia's boldness attracts a handsome and rich gentleman. ~P&P~ Last update 02/25/2003
Ingenuity and Infamy Written by AbbeyW.
Regretting his bad marriage and not having been a better clergyman, Mr. Elton passes away. His wife soon entangles a new husband. ~Em~ Last update 02/25/2003
Diary Of A (Former) Rogue. (The Unlikely Marriage Of Mary And Harry) Written by Roxanne.
Harry Sterling continues his adventures, now with is wife, the former Mary Bennet, at his side. Sequel to "Diary Of A Rogue". ~P&P~ Last update 01/28/2003
Jane's Story Written by Femke.
While in London after Bingley's departure from Netherfield, Jane takes what solace she can in her cousins, her aunt, and her friend Emma. ~P&P~ ~Em~ Last update 01/28/2003
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