An Unexpected Patron

A Pride and Prejudice Variation

De: Georgiana Voss

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

What if the most ridiculous man in Hertfordshire became the most powerful man in England?
In this stunning re-imagining of the world of Pride and Prejudice, a shocking inheritance transforms the obsequious Mr. Collins from a bumbling clergyman into a formidable tycoon. Armed with immense wealth and a newfound, ruthless ambition, he returns to Longbourn with a single-minded purpose: to claim Elizabeth Bennet as his bride and the queen of his new commercial empire.
Fitzwilliam Darcy, humbled by his love for Elizabeth, finds himself facing a rival he cannot comprehend
To win her heart, he must cast aside the ancient privileges of his name and enter the brutal, chaotic world of London commerce—a world where his rival is king. It is a battle not just for love, but for the very soul of a changing nation.
Caught between two powerful men and two competing visions of the future, Elizabeth Bennet must look beyond
Caught between two powerful men and two competing visions of the future, Elizabeth Bennet must look beyond the allure of a kingdom and the sting of pride to discover the true measure of a man. Will she choose the security of a fortune built on ruthless ambition, or the love of a man who is willing to sacrifice everything to become worthy of her?
In a world where money is the new aristocracy, the heart must make the final investment.
An Unexpected Patron is a sweeping, romantic, and extraordinary novel that will delight fans of Jane Austen and historical fiction alike. If you love complex characters, rich historical detail, and a love story, you will be captivated by this romantic tale, a tribute to one of literature’s greatest novels.

Please Note: This is a highly non-traditional P&P variation. It features an "Alpha" Mr. Collins, a gritty London setting, and a plot focused on industrial-era ambition rather than Regency decorum. It is intended for readers who enjoy seeing Austen’s world through a darker, more modern lens of power and rivalry.[1]

A Note from the Author,

Thank you so much for embarking on this journey with me! An Unexpected Patron was born from a fascination with the changing world of the 19th century—a time when wealth was shifting and even the most "ridiculous" men could become titans.

A quick heads-up: I’ve taken some very daring risks with the characters you know and love (especially Mr. Collins!). This is a "Character Transformation" variation that leans into the grit of London commerce and the tension of a true romantic rivalry. If you like your JAFF with high stakes and a side of "What if everything changed?", you’re in the right place.

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Warmly,
Georgiana Voss