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The Second Mrs. Bennet

A Pride & Prejudice Variation (Austen Variations)

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The Second Mrs. Bennet

By: Catherine Bilson
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When Charlotte Lucas becomes the new Mrs. Bennet, taking charge of the household after her predecessor's untimely death, she guides the fates of the five Bennet sisters with a steady hand. Even Mr. Darcy can find little to criticise in the elegant family, and much to admire in the witty, clever Elizabeth.

However, rumours and scandals brew when the charming but deceitful Mr. Wickham arrives in Meryton. Jealous Caroline Bingley fans the flames against the Bennets, but level-headed Charlotte manoeuvres each challenge with grace.

As Elizabeth warily forms a complex acquaintance with the aloof Mr. Darcy, Wickham's schemes threaten to tear them apart. But with Charlottes wise counsel, Elizabeth unravels Wickham's lies and protects the vulnerable Georgiana Darcy, earning Darcy's undying respect and admiration.

Follow the romantic adventures of the Bennet sisters as Charlotte's steady guidance steers them towards happier fates than they ever imagined possible. With resilience and compassion, love finds a way, demonstrating the enduring power of family.

©2024 Catherine Bilson (P)2024 Catherine Bilson Regency Historical Resilience Historical Fiction Witty
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Mrs. Bennet has passed away, and Mr. Bennet needs a mother for his young children. He then marries 18 year old Charlotte and with her wisdom and grace helps raise the girls. Jane learns to show more feelings, and Elizabeth learns not to judge too quickly. Even though the younger girls go to school, they still very much resemble the girls from canon. Charlotte is the hero in that she sees Wickham for who and what he is and is able with help to thwart his plans. Overall this is a sweet story and it’s wonderful to see the relationship between Charlotte and Mr Bennet and the love they share. I read this in ebook and the audiobook. I enjoyed both.

Charlotte is the hero

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Very little character development, but lots of listing off characters’ traits, rather than demonstrating them. And Charlotte - for all the praise she gets - doesn’t really do much.

More Telling Than Showing

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This was a great read and relistening to. I really enjoy when Elizabeth looses her anger on Caroline Bingley. Great indeed. Great Jaff.

Great reread

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I would’ve liked to hear more of Charlotte and Thomas’ beginning but the book was well written and had some nice surprises to keep it moving.

Low angst feel good

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Somehow, I made it through it, but it was a close call. I couldn’t stop shaking my head or rolling my eyes.

I got through it…

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