Much to Be Talked Of

A Pride and Prejudice Variation

By: Nan Harrison

Narrated by: Alice Sockett

He trusted you with his deepest secrets… I believe he still loves you.

Elizabeth Bennet returns home from Kent with a burdened heart following Mr Darcy’s offer of marriage. She finds it hard to put aside the revelations of the gentleman’s letter—a letter that challenges everything she believed about pride, honour, and love. Reeling from the truths it contains, Elizabeth finds solace not in the bustling Bennet household at Longbourn, but in the quiet counsel of her godfather, Mr Goulding—a wise, kind-hearted neighbour whose own past is marked by tragedy and quiet heroism.

As Elizabeth comes to understand the failings of her own judgment, she also begins to see her family through new eyes—and with it, the social dangers they court daily. But Mr Goulding sees something more in Elizabeth: a strength of character and a moral clarity that make her the perfect steward for a surprising legacy.

With her future irrevocably altered by his final bequest, Elizabeth must navigate newfound purpose, lingering regret, and the bittersweet ache of a love that may be lost forever.

©2025 Nan Harrison (P)2026 Quills & Quartos Publishing

Pleasantly surprised

Beautiful rendition. I craved a better profession of love from Darcy from the Austin version and it delivered! Love the new/fresh perspective on the different characters!

Outstanding

The story was charming and I loved every minute of it. The narrator’s voice carried a warmth and clarity that immediately drew the listener in. What truly set the narrator apart was her remarkable versatility with accents. From refined RP to regional dialects, each character felt distinct, authentic, and thoughtfully crafted rather than exaggerated or forced. I highly recommend this book and narrator.

Great story

In this story Elizabeth has a Godfather. Mr Goulding. He was a very nice man. Great jaff

Delightful Variation!

The narration and story were well done. I found myself crying at times as the story unfolded. Hight recommend this JAFF.

Good story which showed an alternate ending to existing story

I like the approach of this shorter book which builds on with an alternate direction to what had already occurred up to Elizabeth’s rejection of Darcy’s first wedding proposal. Great story and characters highlighting the struggle of women put in roles of authority in the era.