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Taking Another Chance: A Pride and Prejudice Variation Kindle Edition

by Brenda J. Webb (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 413 ratings
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Fitzwilliam Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet have suffered profound heartache in the fourteen years since parting in Lambton when word of Lydia's folly reached her family. At the age of forty, Darcy is now a widower raising a teenage daughter, whilst Elizabeth, a spinster, has spent the intervening years in service. Unexpectedly thrown into each other's company by circumstances not of their making, has time stood still when it comes to matters of the heart? Can their timeless love survive the newest obstacles to their happiness?
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What readers say:I really enjoyed this happy story of love at last. Mature characters were lovely to read about. I especially enjoyed Richard's life. Lucy

Wonderful story. I really appreciate the effort to provide us with an epilogue with an extended timeline and a soft beautiful ending. Another great story from one of my top fanfiction authors. Lizzyb

Your vivid descriptions of the characters and their emotions leap from the page. This is most definitely another lovely book of yours that I will be buying! I applaud your imagination, creativity, and eloquence in writing this lovely, enduring tale of true, everlasting love. Great story! Ihatfield

Thank you for another wonderful story. Lovely ending as well. It will be another that I will read over and over again. Thank you so much for taking the time to write your awesome books. They give us time to relax and enjoy reading while real life is crazy. LCH

From the Author

Before you buy the book, you need to know this. Most of my books contain scenes of a mature nature between a happily married couple, though I would classify this book as suitable for most audiences. I use British spelling so some words may be spelled differently than what you are accustomed to seeing. My main characters believe in God and prayer. I enjoy writing "what if" books about Pride and Prejudice. That means that all of my stories are NOT canon and may include a good many main characters that you have never heard of before, as well as entirely different behavior from characters that you know well. A Jane Austen purist will not enjoy them.

If this type of variation is not what you enjoy reading, I would advise you not to buy it. For those undecided who have a kindle, download the sample. If the first five chapters don't convince you to buy the book, you have lost nothing. For those who do not have a kindle, go to "look inside" and read before you purchase.
My readers, those who follow me on my forum, DarcyandLizzy.com, like to read "outside the box" stories of Darcy and Elizabeth and I have published it at their request. After all, not everyone likes every type of story, but everyone is entitled to have the books they like available to them.
Excerpt. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. Copyrighted.


To set the stage for this excerpt, Richard Fitzwilliam is Lord Matlock now and Lady Gordon is his wife's mother. She was taking care of Richard and Isabelle's three youngest children whilst they were taking a holiday in Brighton. A stomach ailment began spreading throughout that area, however, forcing them to return to London early.

Gordon townhouse
The library


Lady Gordon had just sat down to enjoy the peace and quiet of her library and to finish reading the book she began yesterday when her housekeeper appeared in the doorway.

"Lord Matlock, madam," Mrs. James announced.

Barely had the words left her mouth than Richard walked past her into the room. Seeing his wife's mother rise from her position on the sofa nearest the windows, he walked in that direction. Lady Gordon's face had gone pale, and her hand was now over her heart.

"Has something happened to my Isabelle?"

"No. No. Nothing of the sort, Mother Gordon. I apologise for frightening you," Richard said, grasping her hands and placing a gentle kiss on her forehead. "We had to return from Brighton sooner than expected, and I have come for the children." He went on to explain what had precipitated their early return.

"My heavens! I am so pleased you brought Isabelle and Marjorie back to London so swiftly. One can never be too cautious in regard to these diseases, especially a woman in Isabelle's delicate condition."

"I am in complete agreement," he said, motioning to the sofa. "Please sit down."

After she had done so, Richard took a seat across from her on the matching chair. He smiled. "Now. What is this you wrote about a new governess?"

"Oh, my boy, you will never believe how fortunate I was to find this young woman. She took the children under her wing the very first day, and by the end of the week, they were hurrying through breakfast to get to the classroom. Seldom have I seen them so eager to learn."

"Even Ellen?"

"We both know that Ellen is not one to show her approval; she had rather show disapproval. Still, she has not once led her sisters to hide since the new governess took charge."

"Pray tell, who is this paragon of virtue."

"Miss Elizabeth Bennet."

Richard's face reflected his shock, causing Lady Gordon to recall what Elizabeth said. "Oh, I forgot! Miss Bennet mentioned that you and she had met before."

The matron began to explain what Elizabeth had said, and as she droned on and on, a picture of Darcy lying in bed, delirious with fever and calling that woman's name came to mind. Quickly determining he would shield his cousin from any more heartbreak from that source, Richard was preparing to reject Elizabeth when a still, small voice stopped him cold.

What if Elizabeth Bennet holds the key to repairing your cousin's heart?


"Richard?"

Jarred from his reverie, he murmured, "I was thinking how odd it is that we should meet again after all these years."

"As I always like to say," Lady Gordon replied, "there are no accidents. All things happen for a reason." She walked over to pull a cord. "I shall ask Miss Bennet to join us. I am certain you will be just as impressed with her as I am."

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07SV6CP2S
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Darcy and Lizzy Publications (June 11, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 11, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4314 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 290 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 413 ratings

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Brenda J Webb

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Welcome to my author page; let me tell you a little about myself. First, my books are AI-FREE! 100% certified organic author-created content. No artificial intelligence was used in the making of this book.

Before my obsession with all things Jane Austen, I worked as an administrative assistant to the president of a CPA firm. No longer working, I enjoy spending time with my family and indulging my love of storytelling.

Born on a farm in Cullman, Alabama, I proudly admit to being a country girl, and after years of living in the city, I finally achieved my dream of moving back to the country. My husband and I now reside on a three acre mini-farm, sporting chickens and numerous rescued dogs and cats.

Always a voracious reader, I rediscovered Jane Austen books after watching the 2005 Pride and Prejudice movie. Searching for everything relating to Miss Austen, I eventually stumbled into the world of Jane Austen Fan Fiction. After reading many of other people’s stories, I decided to try my hand at writing a tale that kept coming to mind and began posting that story on online in 2009.

By November of 2010, I started my own forum, DarcyandLizzy.com, and many readers followed me to this site. Several of my friends insisted that I publish, and in April 2011, Fitzwilliam Darcy an Honourable Man became available.

I have since published the following novels: Mr. Darcy’s Forbidden Love, Darcy and Elizabeth, A Most Unlikely Couple, Darcy and Elizabeth - A Promise Kept, Passages - A Pemberley Tale, Proof Of Love - A Pemberley Tale, Taking Another Chance. I also published two novellas - A Twist of Fate and An Angel In Her Pocket.

I post all my stories on the forum before I publish them and, just to set the record straight, any similarity between the names in my books and those of television or movie characters is purely coincidental. I have never watched soap operas and I watch little TV/movies other than BBC productions and those relating to the 1800s. In addition to the characters that belong to Jane Austen, my character's names come entirely from my imagination.

Anyone is welcome to join the forum and read my stories and an array of stories by a number of talented JAFF writers. Just register at www.darcyandlizzy.com/forum.

Books by Brenda Webb:

Fitzwilliam Darcy An Honourable Man

Mr. Darcy's Forbidden Love

Darcy and Elizabeth, A Most Unlikely Couple

Darcy and Elizabeth, A Promise Kept

Passages - A Pemberley Tale

Proof of Love - A Pemberley Tale

A Twist of Fate (Novella)

Taking Another Chance

An Angel In Her Pocket

The Appearance of Goodness

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maryann
5.0 out of 5 stars Time and Distance Doesn't Stop Love!!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2019
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What a wonderful novel!!!! It kept me glued to the novel and I didn't want to put it down. It is well written about the love story of Darcy and Lizzy and goes back to their past and brings them together again after fourteen years.
I always love when Colonel Richard, now Lord Matlock, is involved in Darcy's life. The author did a great job of including him as the mediator between Darcy and Lizzy bringing them back together again.
I always enjoy when children are involved in the plot because they bring the story to life and how important they are to this family on both sides. I especially loved Ellen and Darcy's relationship and the humor involved between the two cousins, one child, one grown-up.
The plot was interesting and full of depth with each character.
I also loved the fact that it was an older version of the couple rather than a younger couple.
I also enjoyed the description of of the family's offspring near the end of the novel of their marriages and grandchildren.
Thank you Brenda Webb for a wonderful and delightful novel that I thoroughly enjoyed and will read again and again!!!!!!
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Regina Mayorga
4.0 out of 5 stars Definitely the tamest and lightest of Brenda’s stories
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2019
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I was kind of thrown off by the fact that the only true obstacles in this story were caused by Lizzy and Darcy themselves. Granted, these are older versions of themselves with quite a bit of baggage. So it’s understandable. But I’m surprised since Brenda’s stories have multiple evil villains and antagonists that seek to do our couple harm.

In this story, there really was only one and it wasn’t much. And there was another I suspected, but nothing there either. So this story really just explored the inner demons following Darcy and Lizzy’s parting at Lambton. Definitely enjoyable though and I’d say my favorite character and the one who played a pivotal role was Lord Matlock, formerly Colonel Fitzwilliam.

Ms. Webb makes a point of saying this is an older Darcy and Lizzy. And while this is is certainly older than the norm, for the most part, it’s not the first time she has a “silver haired” Darcy. He always has some gray in his hair.

Keep in mind that for a lot of the story there isn’t a lot of Darcy and Lizzy TOGETHER. But when they are, you’re reminded why Brenda is a good storyteller. She is good at fleshing out her characters and I thoroughly enjoyed this one as I have her others.
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ncdworak
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly enjoyable
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2019
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After fourteen years of separation Darcy and Elizabeth are together under different circumstances. She is a governess, while Darcy, a widower from a loveless marriage with a teenage step daughter. While Darcy visiting Lord (Richard) Matlock where Elizabeth is the governess, their love for each other is rekindle however, there are obstacles to overcome. Lady Amy, Richard sister in law is determined to make Darcy her husband. She goes as far as to suggest to Marianne, Darcy 's daughter that Elizabeth is not fit to be her stepmother. There is also misunderstanding between Darcy and Elizabeth, she believe she is too far beneath Darcy to be his wife. While Darcy think Elizabeth blame him for Lydia.s follies.

The amount of angst is small unlike Ms Webb's previous works. The characters are well developed. I enjoyed the children, especial Ellen, she captured my heart. The story is well written, it's held your interests. I really enjoyed this story and highly recommend this book.
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Huffer
3.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2020
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I'm not fond of variations in which Elizabeth and Darcy are a lot older before they finally are reunited, but I'm glad I read this one. The premise is a little uncomfortable, that circumstances conspire to keep ODC apart after Elizabeth and the Gardiners visit Pemberly, and Elizabeth receives the bad news of Lydia's scandalous elopement. Because of an accident, Darcy isn't able to contact Elizabeth for a long time. Meanwhile, Mr and Mrs Bennett die, and Elizabeth ends up going into service as a governess. Fourteen years pass.

There is a sense of melancholy for time lost in these stories, and a realization that Elizabeth and Darcy will have changed in many natural ways, just because they're now that much older. Gone are their youthful concerns over the silly foibles of courtship, and over acceptance in society. Life and disappointment has sobered them somewhat.

Fortunately, in the sure hands of Brenda Webb, the story finds its way, and there's still suspense and joy to be found. Since this is JAFF, we all know what should have happened to our beloved main characters. In this version, Jane takes a different path, but luckily the author makes it a happy one. There are some engaging new characters to lighten the mood. Although Elizabeth is a governess, her situations are ones in which she is valued. Darcy is the one to suffer the biggest misfortunes, but he remains an honorable man.

The book is very well written. This author is a talented writer and storyteller, and the editing team is excellent. Although it sometimes seems that there is nothing but misunderstanding and miscommunication going on between Elizabeth and Darcy (to the point that you roll your eyes and just want to shake them), the romance shines through and draws you in. It's a heartbreaking and heartwarming tale. I recommend it.
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Marie
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Enjoyable Read
Reviewed in Canada on December 13, 2019
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It is said that good things come to those who wait—I guess even if it’s not their choice! Fourteen years of lost love, when an effort on Darcy’s part to help Elizabeth’s family results in an accident that kept them separated. Sighhh. Thank goodness for the new Earl of Matlock! Just realized I have missed some of this author’s work, so I’m catching up!
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Doris Studer
5.0 out of 5 stars Touching my heart
Reviewed in France on June 30, 2019
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This is one of those books which touch my heart, also when reading it a second time - thank you Mrs Webb
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Glynis
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 19, 2019
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Like other reviewers I’m not usually happy when either Darcy or Elizabeth have married others but in this case a devastated Darcy was tricked into it only discovering the truth on his wedding day.
Elizabeth was also devastated when Darcy stayed away after the Lydia/Wickham debacle, she couldn’t accept marrying for anything but love so with her parents gone she became a companion & governess.
After 14 years apart they finally meet again and now you really need to read this wonderful book to find out what happens.
I thoroughly enjoyed this story. Highly recommended.
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Gerrit K
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable read
Reviewed in Germany on June 13, 2019
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I have read all books published by this author and was never dissapointed.
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MDR
5.0 out of 5 stars A different but great story
Reviewed in Australia on June 14, 2019
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Another great story from Brenda Webb,
Darcy and Elizabeth are older in this story, but you will enjoy their journey to a happy ever after.
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