The story goes on to describe what may have happened if the events had differed from the original plot in the Jane Austen novel. For example, what would have happened if the Netherfield party didn’t leave Hertfortshire right after the Netherfield ball had finished and what would have happened as a result? What if would have happened if Mr. Darcy had given himself an inducement to remain? Would the characters demonstrate they’re proprietry or lack of proprietry as they did?
The story explores other potential events in the book with new exploits and comical entanglements as the characters in the story change due to different circumstances. For example two characters in the story are drawn repeatedly to the same bookshop in Meryton with little explanation why or how and a gentleman from Kent is far less easily dissuaded than he otherwise could have been.

Some characters from the original pride and prejudice remain the same. Mr. and Mrs. Bennet are as troublesome and lackadaisical as always although the plot does differ when Miss Jane Bennet and Mr. Bingley are left to their own devices without the untimely interference from their friends in the original story.

The writer also gives more insight into the character of Mr. Darcy and delves into the misunderstandings between him and Elizabeth. One of the references of the book is from the movie You Got Mail, and the plot mingles in with the story lines.

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The sickly Anne is dragged by her mother to Pemberley estate where the Darcy’s a charged with the task of securing a husband for her. Of course the would-be suitor must be of the proper social standing, or Lady Catherine will not give her blessing to the union.

On the way to Pemberley, however, a series of events occur which forces the once sickly Anne to fend for herself. Through a well written plot, Ms. Brocklehurst provides an interesting catalyst for the main character to develop and grow. A Letter From Lady Catherine is a romantic story woven using Austen’s much-loved characters, as well as the familiar settings and style of writing.

As well as being a story of romance, this is also the story of a young heiress coming into her own. The story winds its way from Rosings Park at the beginning of the book, through Anne’s personal growth, and on towards the direction her life will eventually take.

Brocklehurst uses a combination of wit and superb writing skills to make A Letter from Lady Catherine a memorable read.

Judith Brocklehurst is the author of two Jane Austen sequels: A Letter from Lady Catherine (retitiled Darcy and Anne) and Maria of Birkthwiate.

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Georgiana Darcy also makes and appearance in this story as she becomes a companion for Anne. Both women are looking for husbands, and some of the situations surrounding their search makes for an interesting read. Of course there is the added element of whether or not Anne is going to choose someone that meets with Lady Catherine’s approval. Darcy and Anne is an old fashioned romance story that has a lot of charm. It tells the tale of a young woman that did not get a chance to blossom the way she should have and her search to find a fulfilling life of her own.

Readers will enjoy a fresh spin on old familiar characters from the original novel as they grow, change and their lives move forward. For fans of Pride and Prejudice, this particular story is in keeping with the style of writing and the events that were native to the period. Judith Brocklehurst has done a very nice job recreating the character of Anne de Bourgh and giving her a new life as a free, independent and mature woman.

Judith Brocklehurst is the author of two Jane Austen sequels: A Letter from Lady Catherine (retitiled Darcy and Anne) and Maria of Birkthwiate.

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Her first novel, A Letter From Lady Catherine, is one that delighted scores of Jane Austen Pride and Prejudice fans. Her story is a highly rated spin-off of the Austen classic, Pride and Prejudice that was originally published in 1813.

Judith Brocklehurst writes in Austenian style, but displays her own voice and inventiveness as she crafts the continuation of Austen’s beloved cast of characters. In this sequel, readers find Anne de Bourgh transformed. The traditionally obedient character sheds her meek demeanor as she discovers a new life and freedom. In this coming-of-age tale, Brocklehurst shows her ability to develop plots that lend a fresh take on Austen’s works, albeit written in Jane Austen’s classic and timeless style.

Lulu.com published Maria of Birkthwaite, Brocklehurst’s second Austen sequel in May of 2008. Once again, the author works her one of her magical makeovers, this time on the character of Maria. In Mansfield Park, we knew her as the somewhat unlovable Maria Bertram Rushworth. The author breathes new life into the tale of a woman disgraced by permitting her to mature into a respected businesswoman. Maria’s strength comes to the surface as she is determined to beat the odds. It is in such character reinventions that Brocklehurst shines.

Sourcebooks Landmark published Darcy and Anne, Brocklehurst’s final novel, just one month before the novelist’s death. She had been informed of the publishers’ intention to reissue and re-title the book A Letter from Lady Catherine that she had originally self published. Brocklehurst took sincere pleasure in Landmark’s decision to move forward her novel’s republication.

During her lifetime, Ms. Brocklehurst worked as not only as a writer, but also spent time as a librarian and teacher. Her interest in Jane Austen novels may have been spurred on by her visits to Derbyshire during the course of her travels. Judith was grew up in England and educated at Newnham College in Cambridge. She married and had two daughters. The family eventually relocated to Canada, where she became a member of the Ontario Region Jane Austen Society. Both her passion and utmost pleasure was spinning sequels out of Austen’s portraits of those ranked as England’s privileged class during the 18th and 19th centuries.

Judith Brocklehurst’s novels are few in number but great in quality. Her two novels display wit, charm and a style appropriate as a fitting tribute to Austen’s classics.

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It seems that Lady Catherine has taken it upon herself to arrange a marriage for Anne. In the meantime, Mrs. Darcy notices that the once sickly Anne has been acting more energetic and happy of late. The story takes a quick and unusual turn when Anne turns up missing. Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam leave Pemberley and travel to Scotland, where they end up in a small village named Mansfield Park. There the reader will encounter some of the characters from the original book by the same name.

It is a refreshing read to find the characters you have come to know so well, placed in new and creative storylines. With so many new Jane Austen sequels being written, it is a nice change of pace from the traditional romantic escapade or drama that usually follows these much loved characters.

The Matters at Mansfield is the fourth book in the Darcy Mystery Series by Carrie Bebris. While there is plenty of drama and excitement in this book, it also contains elements of surprise with some of the events surrounding Henry Crawford.

Will the disappearance of Anne lead to a murder victim or will there be a happy ending? To discover the answer to the mystery, you will need to follow the clues and the journey of Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam to Mansfield Park as they work to discover the fate of their missing cousin.

Carrie Bebris is the author of five murder mystery Jane Austen sequels: Pride and Prescience, Suspense and Sensibility, The Intrigue at Highbury, North by Northanger, and The Matters at Mansfield. In addition to her wonderful Jane Austen sequels, she is a talented editor, contributing writer for Better Homes and Gardens, and writer of several

Austen purists will likely criticize the works as being name-droppers in order to capitalize on the success of Austen’s characters. However, I feel as though the characters have been given a breath of fresh air to appear outside their usual stuffy environments, and Bebris carries on the personalities of these characters very well outside of their original genre. If you enjoyed the first Bebris book, you’ll likely enjoy the second and the third. Her writing is distinct and always moves the plot quickly along. I am never bored when reading one of her novels, and they are far better than most Jane Austen sequels currently in print.

Aside from the genre switch, if you enjoy Austen’s characters in Regency settings, and would enjoy seeing them in a situation that is similar to something Agatha Christie would have written, then don’t hesitate to give the entire series of Carrie Bebris’ books a try. They are surprisingly engaging and you might find yourself returning to read the rest of her novels, despite the characters being suspended out of the reality that Austen set for them. Overall, I’d say Bebris does a good job of capturing the spirit of the Austen characters in a Christie novel. What fun!

Carrie Bebris is the author of five murder mystery Jane Austen sequels: Pride and Prescience, Suspense and Sensibility, The Intrigue at Highbury, North by Northanger, and The Matters at Mansfield. In addition to her wonderful Jane Austen sequels, she is a talented editor, contributing writer for Better Homes and Gardens, and writer of several other novels in other generas.

Here, the story revolves around the courtship of Kitty, the younger sister of Mrs. Darcy, and the youthful Harry Dashwood. Fans of Jane Austen will be pleased to see the return of the Dashwood’s who were first mentioned in her classic book, Sense and Sensibility. However, the charming Harry is more than he seems, and when his behavior breaks down, it is up to the Darcy’s to find out why. Kitty’s future relationship and social standing are at stake, as well as the reputations of their extended families, after all.

Suspense and Sensibility is a Regency Jane sequel which crosses over between both Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sesibility, but continues along in the same vein as the original novels. It thrusts the Darcy’s into a world which is far removed from what they are used to.

By adding to her first book’s successful formula, Carrie Bebris has been able to create a story which is both familiar and unexpected. Her newest novel is a terrific addition to the Jane Austen Mystery line of books which will hold your attention from start to finish.

The combination of the original Austen characters and the inclusion of newer elements will please both fans of the classic works and those who are just looking for a fun story to read. Through a deft intertwining of both mystery and romance, Carrie Bebris has penned us a very memorable tale. Join Mr. Darcy and his wife as they use their intelligence and courage to unravel exactly what is going on in this very engrossing story. Suspense and Sensibility comes highly recommended as a book you could read from cover to cover in one sitting.

Carrie Bebris is the author of five murder mystery Jane Austen sequels: Pride and Prescience, Suspense and Sensibility, The Intrigue at Highbury, North by Northanger, and The Matters at Mansfield. In addition to her wonderful Jane Austen sequels, she is a talented editor, contributing writer for Better Homes and Gardens, and writer of several other novels in other generas.

With each novel in the series, Bebris revisits some of the most famous of Austen’s characters, in this case Emma–the heroine of the comic novel of the same name. Emma carries the same name and distinction in Bebris’ novel (young, rich, and innocently unawares of her dreadful social abilities), at this time is already wed to a certain Mr. Knightley: the local magistrate. How the Darcy’s find themselves at the grace of the Knightley’s is another story.

The story begins on a rather delightful note, with the Darcy’s are out for a splendid trip to the country, to relax and enjoy the company of their friends. Unfortunately, for them but perhaps not the readers, the Darcy’s run into a bit of a conundrum- a young girl in distress. Upon slowing their carriage in order to help the young woman, they enter a world in which the forest with all its mythical qualities holds the distinction of being a very dangerous place.

This is only the beginning of the excitement. With her distinctive style, characterization, and mastery of mystery, Carrie Bebris weaves another tale of distinction, and just as enthralling as her first four novels. A tale in which Mr. and Mrs. Darcy are privy to the secrets of Regency England, and a few other mysteries thrown into the mix for good measure. At a dinner celebrating the marriage of Emma Woodhouse to George Knightley, they encounter a web of lies, after a sinister death, and are forced to uncover the mystery with the aid of the newlyweds.

The exciting conclusion of the novel balances delicately on protagonists discovering the identity of the killer before anyone becomes the next victim. Carrie Bebris has written a fun, and flirty murder mystery, complete with our favorite Jane Austen characters. Isn’t that what a good Jane Austen sequel should really be about?

Carrie Bebris is the author of five murder mystery Jane Austen sequels: Pride and Prescience, Suspense and Sensibility, The Intrigue at Highbury, North by Northanger, and The Matters at Mansfield. In addition to her wonderful Jane Austen sequels, she is a talented editor, contributing writer for Better Homes and Gardens, and writer of several other novels in other generas.

The story and trouble begins when Elizabeth Bennet is married to Fitzwiliam Darcy. Like other Carrie Bebris books, this story quickly comes to a boil and the plot progresses immediately from the first few pages of the novel.

Elizabeth did not fuss about dividing her time now between her older sister Jane and her wifely duties to her new husband. Jane had chosen to marry Charles Bingley in their double wedding ceremony and both sisters are now happily engaged in beginning their married lives. Quite ideal as the sisters were also friends and their husbands have been longtime friends as well. We see these two couples as happy, easygoing and the type who could lead idyllic lives if they were not called upon to solve a mystery.

The conflict truly begins when Elizabeth is not happy with Charles’ sister Caroline. She announced her engagement at their own wedding breakfast, drawing quite a crowd. This retelling of Jane Austen is delicious fun, with lots of yummy gossipy, social interactions that easily remind us of our beloved Austen. Adding the mystery to this makes it even more delightful. Every woman knows that while an engagement is a happy time, every bride deserves “her” day – but nevertheless Caroline seems determined to take Elizabeth and Jane’s day from them right before their very eyes – with no apparent reason for this social faux pas.

Charles’ sister took up most of the attention of the wedding guests, including two of Elizabeth’s younger sisters, aunts and uncles and Caroline’s sister Louisa. While Caroline was accompanied by her fiancé Frederick Parrish, this attention did not seem to be enough for her. Frederick Parrish was considered rather unique and enough to draw a bit of a crowd, being an American among them. He is quite successful, with a townhouse, two carriages and three tailors at his disposal. Right up Caroline’s social climbing alley.

The Darcy’s honeymoon is disturbed right from the very start by this announcement but it does not stop there. Mysterious occurrences keep somehow circling around our happy couple.

Carrie Bebris’ Regency mystery is great fun and rather spooky in tone. Especially as the reader realizes only the Darcy’s know they are in trouble and that something is amiss. They take the numerous events seriously, whereas everyone else sees these incidents as “coincidental.” The Darcy’s see a dire and dreadful connection that can only mean one thing: the Bingley family is in great danger. Only the Darcy’s can help, but, how?

All of Carrie Bebris’s novels are great fun, and an interesting twist to the original novels. In fact, they are some of the most creative of all Jane Austen sequels in print.

Carrie Bebris is the author of five murder mystery Jane Austen sequels: Pride and Prescience, Suspense and Sensibility, The Intrigue at Highbury, North by Northanger, and The Matters at Mansfield. In addition to her wonderful Jane Austen sequels, she is a talented editor, contributing writer for Better Homes and Gardens, and writer of several other novels in other generas.