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Bethany R. Tolson

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Gilford, The United Kingdom

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Historical Fiction, Romance, Fantasy

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Born in England and now living in South Africa, I bring my love of history and attention to period detail to every story I write. Having dyslexia, I grew up reading through audiobooks, and what was available on tape in the 90s and early 2000s shaped my taste. Classics and historical novels were my constant companions, and they remain at the heart of my writing today.

My background in historical re-enactment and costume making gives me an intimate knowledge of daily life in the period, from fabric and fashion to food and etiquette. I draw on that experience to enrich my novels and bring the Regency world to life.

When I am not writing or researching my next story, I enjoy tea parties with my young son and the company of several opinionated cat ...more

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	Six Inches Deep in Love: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Bethany R. Tolson (Goodreads Author), Jenny Thomas (Editor) 4.12 avg rating — 431 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Cottage Near Lambton: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Bethany R. Tolson (Goodreads Author), Jenny Thomas (Editor) 4.12 avg rating — 324 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Mr Collins' Bride: A Pride & Prejudice Variation 3.93 avg rating — 170 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	To Mark the Occasion: Birthday Tales for Jane Austen's 250th by Zarilda Belle Frost, Melissa Anne (Goodreads Author), Christina Boyd (Goodreads Author) 4.37 avg rating — 127 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Lieutenant Bennet: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Bethany R. Tolson (Goodreads Author), Jenny Thomas (Editor) 4.30 avg rating — 96 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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