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His character shaped by loss and guilt, Darcy will never permit a woman to possess his heart. But Miss Elizabeth Bennet — from just the sort of society he despises — and who despises him in return, fills his thoughts. As a moth to the flame, he cannot stay away. Elizabeth Bennet scorns the proud and arrogant Mr. Darcy. Admittedly, he is handsome; but like all of his kind, he thinks females below him; merely helpless creatures needing protection from themselves and all around them.

Follow the adventures and mishaps of Eric and Suzi Sibley in this charmingly heartwarming, poignant, and hilarious series that sees them tackle the ups and downs of adult life. Full of quirky characters and crazy mishaps, you will not be disappointed with award-winning author Hannah Lynn's delightful series.

When Lady Catherine de Bourgh arrives at Longbourn with a warning for Elizabeth Bennet not to marry her nephew, Mr. Darcy, tensions between the two are at an all-time high. But as Elizabeth falls ill after her ladyship's departure, Mr. Darcy finds himself racing against time to save her life. As he travels to London to fetch a doctor, the depth of his feelings for Elizabeth becomes clear, and he begins to realize that his pride and prejudice have blinded him to the truth.

Xan and Christina embark on an Easter journey to Harwood Abbey, where they reunite with their old friends Lucy and Joshua. When a brutal murder occurs at nearby Penwood Manor, all evidence points to Laurence, a crusader recently returned from the Holy Land. Unconvinced of the man’s guilt, Xan and his friends must act swiftly to solve the crime. Who could have committed such a horrible killing, and is anyone safe? Is Laurence tormented by demons, or is he haunted by some other secret? And will Xan be forever changed by the choice Lucy and Christina present to him?

Two concurrent relationship entanglements result in chaos and hilarity, as the truths are slowly revealed to both sets of couples. Much Ado About Nothing demonstrates that the power of true love can withstand anything that deceptive and meddling friends can throw at it.

Featuring both a biography and contextual material to the rear of the volume. Hugh Tempest Sheringham was one of Britain's greatest - if not the world's greatest - fishing writers. From trout to carp and from pike to eels - yes, eels! - his love of both fish and fishing both delights and amuses as much today as it did in bygone times.

Macbeth is a general for Scotland who has been prophesied to be the future King of Scotland. Rather than wait for this prophecy to take hold of its own accord, and after taking the advice of his power-hungry wife, he murders the current king and takes his place. But it doesn’t take long for tremendous guilt and fear to take hold of him, and turn his reign into one of tyranny and brutality as he and Lady Macbeth commit more and more crimes to avoid the consequences coming for them.

In the aftermath of a powerful betrayal, Clara Blackwell and Nikki Craven part ways. Forced to undergo her final year of training alone, Clara must contend with the forces of Seven Portals - all of whom suspect her curious powers. If her carefully guarded secrets are uncovered, all could be lost.

Everyone knows their role in the kingdom of Haulstatt, from the lowest chamber maid to the queen herself. Even the mages magic in approved ways. But twelve-year-old Portia steals for a living, taking from society rather than living within its rules.

In this thrilling installment of the award-winning Harwood Mysteries series, Xan leaves the Abbey for far-away Lincoln to apprentice with his uncle. But he quickly learns that all is not well. Uncle William has fallen in debt to a heartless moneylender called the Master. Nigel, the reckless nephew of William’s business partner, has put them in danger by befriending an enemy of the King. Why are the Master’s thugs lurking near Uncle William’s shop? Does the disfigured woman in the marketplace really have power over life and death? Will Nigel stop his dealings with a known traitor?

Desperate for a distraction from his feelings for Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Darcy embarks on a trip to Brighton with his cousin, Col. Fitzwilliam. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and the Gardiners accompany Lydia to Brighton in the hopes of preventing any misbehaviour. When Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth unexpectedly cross paths, they are given a second chance to explore the feelings they have for each other. But as they grow closer, their differences in class and the antics of Elizabeth's family threaten to keep them apart.

Doctor Pendergrass loved London, but the city had a dark side. Its prosperity attracted criminals from all over the world. Their handiwork - stabbings, beatings, and maimings - filled as many hospital beds as cholera and dysentery. As crime spiralled out of control, a serial killer stalked London looking for his next victim. Pendergrass and his associates at Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital were working grueling days, but no matter how hard they worked the flow of brutalized Londoners through their front doors was endless.

High above the sea, the lighthouse glows steady against the darkness. The keeper tends the final flame, his steps familiar and unhurried as he watches the stars emerge over the waves. This is a story of solitude and steadfastness, of quiet light and wide horizons.

In this captivating climax to the award-winning Harwood Mysteries series, Xan must unravel his most perilous mystery yet. Xan, Christina, and Lucy undertake a dangerous voyage across treacherous seas so that Xan can confront Moorish pirates who are holding Uncle William for ransom. When the friends encounter a sinister evil force, their faith and friendship is put to the ultimate test. Set at the dawn of the Third Crusade, their adventure is brimming with peril and intrigue.

Clara has seen the Calamity. The end of all worlds is coming, and her magic may be the only thing that can stop it. Can she master her powers and save her friends, and the vampire she loves?

Evening closes gently in this second volume of the Quiet Magic series. Across rooftops and over the sea, craftspeople finish their final tasks—baking, sorting, stitching, and watching the waves. Each story is a soothing ritual of its own: a loaf rising, a letter delivered, a book repaired, a light kept burning. These calm, cozy tales are designed to help you release the day and settle into restful sleep.

As dusk settles over the valley, Master Henrik closes his workshop for the night—but the clocks are just beginning their true work. In the stillness of Timekeeper’s Corner, each timepiece begins its sacred rhythm. Winding keys sing, gears settle, and generations of care echo through polished brass and old wood. Henrik’s nightly ritual becomes a quiet meditation, one that connects memory, craftsmanship, and the slow magic of evening’s peace.

On a hidden isle in the seas near dark age England, Fairykind is on the verge of extinction. When a young fairy named Ethywyne Eleganta secretly gives birth to the first youngling in 14 years, she and her child become the hunted prize of the wicked troll general Sunderin. Ethywyne must make the perilous journey across the Fairy Realms to get her child to the Fairy Queen, the only one who can protect her from the shadow that seeks to destroy all of Fairykind.

Following on from Peas, Carrots and an Aston Martin, once again, Eric Sibley and his family navigate their way through the trials and tribulations of everyday life. With the edition of some wonderful new faces, get ready to be swept up in a whirlwind of uninspiring leeks, troublesome chickens, inappropriate plumbers, and various sinister interlopers, and they are all hell-bent on turning Eric’s life upside down.

Elizabeth will marry Mr. Collins even if Mrs. Bennet has to drag her to the altar. When Mr. Bennet dies, Mr. Collins takes over Longbourn. He shows his true character when he vows to force the Bennets from their home unless he is given Elizabeth Bennet’s hand in marriage. Elizabeth, who has promised only to marry for love, refuses.