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Return to Longbourn
- The Next Chapter in the Continuing Story of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice
- Narrated by: Marian Hussey
- Length: 10 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 07-25-13
- Language: English
- Publisher: Heather Ridge Arts
- Whispersync for Voice-ready
Regular price: $13.99
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Characters from Jane Austen's novels are thrown together by fate, and all manner of unwise decisions are taken at this vulnerable time. But then their past creeps up upon them - and what is there to do but face it, and hope that their convoluted paths will finally lead them to their proper place? Friends, rivals, foes, wrong choices, and a duel - Fitzwilliam Darcy's life is never dull! The Subsequent Proposal - a story that is primarily about him - follows Mr. Darcy in his struggles to decipher the troubling enigma of Elizabeth Bennet's feelings - and to correct the worst misjudgment of his life....
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Six years after Napoleon's invasion of England. Fitzwilliam Darcy is a traitor. He even admits to collaborating with Napoleon's troops. And Elizabeth Bennet despises all traitors. But she can't make sense of Darcy. He doesn't act like a traitor. He risks his own safety to save young women from the French. And how can she despise a man who loves puppies? Something about him doesn't add up - and she finds him far too attractive.
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Publisher's Summary
What will happen to the Bennet females now that Mr. Bennet has died? With Mr. Tristan Collins on his way from America to claim his property, Mrs. Bennet hatches her plan. The new heir to Longbourn simply must marry one of her daughters. Nothing else will do. Will it be Mary or Kitty singled out for this dubious honor? When the gentleman in question turns out to be quite a catch after all, the contest between the sisters is on. Which one will be the next mistress of Longbourn? Or will a dark horse step in to muddy the picture? Darcy, Elizabeth, and the rest of the Pride and Prejudice cast are back as the socially awkward Mary emerges from the shadows to take center stage in Shannon Winslow's long-awaited sequel to her best-selling novel, The Darcys of Pemberley.
Many Austen fans have a soft spot in their hearts for Mary and wonder if she might have the hidden makings of a heroine. Now, in Return to Longbourn, we learn what really makes her tick. Is she destined to be a governess forever, or will she overcome the misfortune of being 'plain' to find love and her own happy ending?
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- Constance
- New York, NY, United States
- 10-29-13
Decent but not fabulous Jane Austen knock-off
Any additional comments?
This is an amusing and well narrated story based on Jane Austen characters. The writing is mostly fine, but there are some lamentable lapses in diction, for example, a character says: "The thing of it is..." I find these stylistic lapses inexcusable. Even a single read-through of Jane Austen's novels should be enough that the author would know to write "The plain fact is" instead of "The thing of it is..."
That said, lovers of Jane Austen will probably enjoy this lively story that features many of the familiar faces of Pride and Prejudice.
10 of 11 people found this review helpful
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- Regina
- SOUTHINGTON, CONNECTICUT, United States
- 10-23-13
A wonderful continuation to Pride and Prejudice
What made the experience of listening to Return to Longbourn the most enjoyable?
Just a wonderful story about the characters I fell in love with in Pride and Prejudice. It was wonderful to find that all the Bennett women find love and adventure in their lives.
What did you like best about this story?
Mary falling in love with Mr. Farnsworth, especially when it look like she would never find someone.
Which scene was your favorite?
I love the scene when Mr. Farnsworth tries to fluster Mary, but instead she puts him in his place without even raising her voice.
If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?
Love for everyone.
Any additional comments?
This was a great conclusion to the many questions I had after reading Pride and Prejudice. I can't think of anything else I would want to know.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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- Tchamp2ya
- SPRINGFIELD, VA, US
- 02-12-14
Mary takes center stage.
very nice to have a story with the main characters as a backdrop. they really don't play that large a part (Elizabeth and Darcy) but rather Mary is the lead in this story and the story line around her is very creative and plausible and satisfying. great job.
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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- Twirlygirl13
- 10-07-17
Austen fans might enjoy
When one reads alll Jane Austen and know there aren’t any more left, one looks for fan fiction. Enjoyable read.
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- Cheryl
- 08-31-16
Thoroughly enjoyed!
I thoroughly enjoyed this continuation of Jane Austin's Pride and Prejudice. It was well written and performed. If you liked Pride and Prejudice, I highly recommend it!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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- Organic Design
- 08-18-16
great continuation!
Ms Winslow has made the storyline seamless between the original Pride and Prejudice! I throughly enjoyed both books!!!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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- tojosha
- 04-14-16
Lovely Continuation to Pride and Prejudice
I feel this continuation would make Jane Austen proud. I loved that all the sisters' lives ended so well. The story is complete for me. The narrator did an excellent performance and was very persuasive with all the voices of each character. I would love more books by Shannon Winslow!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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- Amazon Customer
- Shelby, NC, US
- 02-10-16
Finally! it's Mary"s turn!
Thanks Shannon. I've never liked the way things were left with Mary. I'm sure that there are those who espouse the notion that Mary was representative of the spinster who surely did \does exist. My response to them is that since Mary is fiction then one has the prerogative to insure her happiness. Now my heart is content with the Bennett family. Keep writing. (-:
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- Ruth
- columbia, MD, USA
- 06-21-15
Loved it!
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Yes, I am so hooked. This story is amazing, so awesome to read a hook as wonderful as the original. I loved hearing the follow on story with different main characters I had low expectations but this write blew me away. I hope she continues to write more!
Have you listened to any of Marian Hussey’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
Wonderful voice
Who was the most memorable character of Return to Longbourn and why?
Mary
Any additional comments?
Listen and live it
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- Jennifer
- 06-04-15
Love, love stories....
Easy to listen to, very well written and the ending keeps you wanting more. A very good addition and continuation of the original masterpiece!
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- KLG
- 04-04-15
Brilliant!
The story tells of what happens next to Mary :) it's great very true to the character of Mary and writings and language of Jane
Highly recommended
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- P
- 01-12-15
Wonderful. Does Jane Austen proud
Excellent narrator. Lizzie Darcy especially sounds like Jennifer Ehle's performance of the 1994 tv series. Great writer wish there were more in this series. If you love Pride and Prejudice you'll love this too!! Just one criticism. In England we don't have 'Fall' we have 'Autumn"
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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- wixey
- 04-09-14
FAB-U-LOUS!
Any additional comments?
If you loved Pride and Prejudice you will love this.... I was a little sceptical after reading the reviews but decided to give it a try... and I am so pleased I did. Although a little predictable it left me with that warm fuzzy feeling that all in the world is alright. I totally recommend.
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- Catherine
- 04-01-14
P&P sequel & Jane Eyre for good measure
Where does Return to Longbourn rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Of those focusing on Austen, one of the very best.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
. Yes! And I did... couldn't turn it off. Beautifully written and delightfully performed
Any additional comments?
It was fascinating to discover the swan hiding inside Mary, the ugly duckling of the Bennet family.
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- R Gunn
- 06-22-18
Love!
Pride and Prejudice is one of my favourite novels. So much so I didn’t want the story to end so took the plunge, bought the audio book and ended up loving it. Only slight criticism is that it goes into a bit too much detail in the bedroom to be entirely consistent of Austen’s style but none the less I’m really glad I read it and couldn’t stop listening! Definitely recommend.
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- Jo S
- 04-16-18
Very enjoyable
I really rather enjoyed this book! I did wonder at the start where a story about Mary could go, but I was thoroughly caught up in this and much prefer this book to The Darcy’s of Pemberly. The narrator is excellent and her performances in narrating the characters are very reminiscent of the 90’s BBC adaptation, particularly Mrs Bennett.
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- Catriona
- 11-09-17
Enjoyed this very much. An easy listen.
A lovely story, undemanding and easy to listen to. A plausible development of the characters lives from Pride and Prejudice.
I would recommend!
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- Catherine Bower
- 07-04-17
Delightful!
Having very much enjoyed the Darcys of Pemberley. I was excited to listen to Return to Longbourn and it did not disappoint. Considering, her character in Pride and Prejudice, I thought it very clever how the author made me really root for Mary. The narrator's voice, Marian Hussey, was also perfect. A delight for Austen fans.
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- alpina7
- 12-07-16
an excellent story with a good ending for all
Although there were some bits of the storyline you could see coming from Jane Eyre I really enjoyed this. I think the writer caught the Bennet family style well, and new characters were believable to the original style. Although the reader took some getting used to I thought it had an edge that gave it an interesting listen. All in all when I am looking for a good romantic novel I shall re listen to this story.
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- NLP
- 05-23-15
Great variation
Wasn't sure I'd like this because I'm more obsessed with Darcy & Elizabeth but it was excellent. Mary's story was a great addition and I even started walking more so I could listen to it.....throughly enjoyable.
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