Widowed after six months of marriage, an older Elizabeth is determined to leave her past behind and enjoy life to its fullest, on her own terms. Charming, witty, and engaging, she is widely admired by all. However, everything is not as it seems. She harbours a secret.The beautiful widow captivates a younger Mr. Darcy. He knows her better than she knows herself. He struggles to break through her protective barriers, the most daunting being her tightly held conviction that she will never marry again.
Successful 'agony aunt' Olivia Darcy owes her career of romantic advice to her ancestors-Lizzie and Fitzwilliam Darcy's- famous name as much as her insights. But definitely not to her disastrous track record of first dates, ones she keeps hidden from even her closest friends. But both are tested when she inadvertently challenges successful, self-made Christopher Stanley-one of London's biggest playboys-over his latest relationship woes. When he demands a retraction, Miss Darcy ends up sparring with him, publicly and privately in a quest to prove she's right. Only her curiosity about Christopher Stanley may cost Miss Darcy her career, her secret...and her heart Praise for Dear Miss Darcy: 4 out of 5 stars "The authors paint the very public face of Livvy and Christopher and then subtly fill us in on their more private yearnings and weaknesses that they have kept hidden...it has an overarching tone that immediately puts one in mind of the Regency period...delightfully sweet and poignant..." JV, The Romance Reviews 4.5 out of 5 stars "...modern and fun, with nice little callbacks to Pride and Prejudice...just enough reference to Austen to make it fun without being overbearing." Jessica Melendez, Indie Jane
From New York Times bestselling author Morgan Matson comes a "strongly plotted romantic comedy with plenty of...pitch-perfect drama to dig into" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) about love, fate...and that one night that can change everything. Darcy believes in love at first sight. Even though it's never happened to her, she's spent her whole life waiting for that perfect, magical moment. But right now, her life is anything but perfect. In the aftermath of a music festival, she's stranded at a bus station until morning--the day before she leaves for college. Her phone is dead, she has no cash, and she's convinced nothing good can come of this night...but then she meets Russell. Russell. Cute and nice, funny and kind. She knows this is the moment--and the guy--she's been waiting for. And they have until sunrise to walk and talk and connect. Over the course of this one fateful night--filled with football field picnics, night swimming, and escape-artist dogs--Darcy and Russell's lives will change forever. They'll discover things they never imagined about each other...and about themselves. But can you really know someone after only a handful of hours? Is it possible to fall in love in just one day? And is it worth saying hello...when you know you're destined for a goodbye?
From New York Times bestselling author Morgan Matson comes a "strongly plotted romantic comedy with plenty of...pitch-perfect drama to dig into" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) about love, fate...and that one night that can change everything. Darcy believes in love at first sight. Even though it's never happened to her, she's spent her whole life waiting for that perfect, magical moment. But right now, her life is anything but perfect. In the aftermath of a music festival, she's stranded at a bus station until morning--the day before she leaves for college. Her phone is dead, she has no cash, and she's convinced nothing good can come of this night...but then she meets Russell. Russell. Cute and nice, funny and kind. She knows this is the moment--and the guy--she's been waiting for. And they have until sunrise to walk and talk and connect. Over the course of this one fateful night--filled with football field picnics, night swimming, and escape-artist dogs--Darcy and Russell's lives will change forever. They'll discover things they never imagined about each other...and about themselves. But can you really know someone after only a handful of hours? Is it possible to fall in love in just one day? And is it worth saying hello...when you know you're destined for a goodbye?
"When a man meets the woman with whom he is destined to fall in love, he knows."● Ranked #1 Best Seller in Amazon's Historical Regency Fiction ●Praise for A Lasting Love Affair"A Lasting Love Affair is a light and quick escapist read that kept me company at a time when I needed a little Darcy pick-me-up, and I'm looking forward to reading more by this author." - Diary of an Eccentric"The writing in the story was very good. While the story was very fast moving, it flowed well and the language was very appropriate to the time, very much in the style of Jane Austen. This was a fun, quick, easy read, not without its angst, but also with touches of humour and romance." - Laughing with Lizzie"Such as any book of Ms P O Dixon, this is such a lovely mix of the original and its variation." - NetGalley Mr. Darcy was not looking to fall in love. He thought he had it all: wealth, privilege, and ardent passion for his sport. Then he meets Miss Elizabeth Bennet, and soon thereafter he knows that she is the woman with whom he is destined to spend his life.Having suffered a traumatic loss, Elizabeth knows the pain of heartache. She is determined to shield herself against forming strong attachments so she might never feel that way again. Then Mr. Darcy comes along, and he has a way of melting all her defenses.
Short on time? Here's just the thing for a rousing Darcy and Elizabeth escape Ranked #1 in Classic Short Stories Ranked #1 in Historical Fiction Short Stories Ranked #1 in Classic Romance Fiction "A lighthearted, whimsical, entertaining, yet ever so sensual tale of Darcy and Elizabeth's pleasurable pursuits pending their nuptials." With his mind agreeably engaged on the pleasures that await him once he and his dearest, loveliest Elizabeth are man and wife, Darcy's patience wanes, and he begins to wonder if he will ever find time alone with his betrothed. Elizabeth is not oblivious of the discomfort Darcy must surely suffer. Not only does she have the key to his heart; she knows how to use it. What's an often asked question about Pride and Sensuality? If Pride and Sensuality were a film, what rating would it be? The Answer: This wonderfully entertaining short story about Darcy and Elizabeth, an engaged young couple violently in love, would be rated PG. Table of Contents Part 1 - Such a Place as This Part 2 - The Key to His Heart Part 3 - Dancing a Repine Part 4 - Cause to Repine Part 5 - All Her Maternal Feelings
