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Yours: A Variation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice
My heart is, and always will be, yours-Edward Ferrars, Sense & Sensibility
Two years ago, Elizabeth Bennet walked away from Mr Darcy with a broken heart and no reason to expect their paths would ever cross again. Tragedy, scandal, and loss forced her from Longbourn, and her family now lives in quiet obscurity in Yorkshire—until a chance encounter at a winter ball changes everything.
Still reeling from her father's death and her youngest sister’s disgrace, Elizabeth has no desire to marry—especially not to the sort of gentleman who sees women as ornament and amusement. But when she is reunited with Mr. Darcy, the man she once misjudged and rejected, Elizabeth must confront old regrets and new hopes. He is no longer the proud, aloof stranger she once scorned, but a man whose quiet strength and steadfast love may prove exactly what her heart requires.
Fitzwilliam Darcy never stopped searching for the woman who changed him. When he finds her again—wiser, wounded, but no less bewitching—he dares to hope for a second chance. But family pride, painful secrets, and the threat of renewed scandal conspire to keep them apart.
In a house filled with eccentric nobility, absurd relatives, and a meddling aunt or two, can Elizabeth and Darcy find their way back to each other?
Yours is low angst Pride & Prejudice variation of novella length. It is a second chance, friends to lovers romance.
Two years ago, Elizabeth Bennet walked away from Mr Darcy with a broken heart and no reason to expect their paths would ever cross again. Tragedy, scandal, and loss forced her from Longbourn, and her family now lives in quiet obscurity in Yorkshire—until a chance encounter at a winter ball changes everything.
Still reeling from her father's death and her youngest sister’s disgrace, Elizabeth has no desire to marry—especially not to the sort of gentleman who sees women as ornament and amusement. But when she is reunited with Mr. Darcy, the man she once misjudged and rejected, Elizabeth must confront old regrets and new hopes. He is no longer the proud, aloof stranger she once scorned, but a man whose quiet strength and steadfast love may prove exactly what her heart requires.
Fitzwilliam Darcy never stopped searching for the woman who changed him. When he finds her again—wiser, wounded, but no less bewitching—he dares to hope for a second chance. But family pride, painful secrets, and the threat of renewed scandal conspire to keep them apart.
In a house filled with eccentric nobility, absurd relatives, and a meddling aunt or two, can Elizabeth and Darcy find their way back to each other?
Yours is low angst Pride & Prejudice variation of novella length. It is a second chance, friends to lovers romance.
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166 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 12, 2025
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About the author
Susan Adriani
16 books93 followersSusan Adriani has been a fan of Jane Austen and her beloved characters for as long as she can remember. Originally from New England, she attended a small art college close to her home, where she majored in illustration. In 2007, after contemplating the unexplored possibilities in one of Miss Austen’s most celebrated novels, Pride and Prejudice, she began to write her first novel-length story, The Truth About Mr. Darcy (previously self-published as Affinity and Affection). With encouragement from fellow Austen enthusiasts she continued, and is currently at work on her second book. She lives in Connecticut with her husband, young daughter, and a very impertinent cat.
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December 12, 2025
Captivating Romance
Susan Adriani is one of those authors whose writing truly captures the essence of romance. Her stories grab me by the heart every time, and her expressive prose never fails to move me to tears.
When Elizabeth is called away from Pemberley after Lydia’s elopement, the course of the Bennet family changes forever. Darcy searches for her but cannot find her—until fate intervenes through his aunt, Lady Carlisle. Their reunion, followed a few days later by Darcy’s proposal and expression of his love is pure magic—let the tears begin.
The story also introduces an endearing new character, Mrs Cahill, a Bennet aunt who rescues the remaining Bennets from Mr Collins and gives them a home and support.
A beautifully written, truly romantic novella. I loved every word and highly recommend it. It’s one of those short stories you wish were longer—but it doesn’t need to be, because everything that matters is perfectly captured.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. I also purchased the published version for my Susan Adriani collection.
Susan Adriani is one of those authors whose writing truly captures the essence of romance. Her stories grab me by the heart every time, and her expressive prose never fails to move me to tears.
When Elizabeth is called away from Pemberley after Lydia’s elopement, the course of the Bennet family changes forever. Darcy searches for her but cannot find her—until fate intervenes through his aunt, Lady Carlisle. Their reunion, followed a few days later by Darcy’s proposal and expression of his love is pure magic—let the tears begin.
The story also introduces an endearing new character, Mrs Cahill, a Bennet aunt who rescues the remaining Bennets from Mr Collins and gives them a home and support.
A beautifully written, truly romantic novella. I loved every word and highly recommend it. It’s one of those short stories you wish were longer—but it doesn’t need to be, because everything that matters is perfectly captured.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. I also purchased the published version for my Susan Adriani collection.
December 18, 2025
Two years after Lydia's elopement and Mr. Bennet's death in a carriage accident, Elizabeth, Kitty, Mary, and Mrs. Bennet are living in their father's sister's dower house, in Yorkshire. Jane is married and living in London with her tradesman husband. No one has any idea whatever happened to Lydia.
It was a little confusing that the author changed the Matlocks' name to Carlisle and has them living in Yorkshire, rather than in Derbyshire. Austen never gave him a name, but since most variations call him Matlock, it was a bit disorienting. It might have been the author's way of intentionally hiding their relationship to Darcy at the beginning.
It is through her Aunt Cahill that Elizabeth finally meets Darcy again. He is the ultimate romantic hero, and his thoughts and yearnings are beautifully expressed. I loved this one.
It was a little confusing that the author changed the Matlocks' name to Carlisle and has them living in Yorkshire, rather than in Derbyshire. Austen never gave him a name, but since most variations call him Matlock, it was a bit disorienting. It might have been the author's way of intentionally hiding their relationship to Darcy at the beginning.
It is through her Aunt Cahill that Elizabeth finally meets Darcy again. He is the ultimate romantic hero, and his thoughts and yearnings are beautifully expressed. I loved this one.
October 19, 2025
Review also posted on my blog
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In this variation, an early morning express, giving news of Lydia's elopement with Wickham, smothers the shoots of a rapprochement between Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy.
A note of regret is sent to Pemberley, but much of the detail is blurred due to water damage.
Darcy interprets this as a confirmation that Elizabeth still does not want him.
For Elizabeth, life changes utterly. Scandal makes the Bennet women outcasts. The death of their father leaves Mrs Bennet broken and brings the family under the power of Mr Collins.
Fortunately, rescue comes from a paternal aunt, Mrs Cahill. She sweeps them away to live with her in Yorkshire.
Elizabeth never stops regretting Mr Darcy.
Two years later on a visit to a local family, she is introduced to some of their eccentric, noble relatives. Among them, is Darcy!
This is a lovely third chance for Elizabeth and Darcy. The story has a warmth and positivity. Darcy is loving and tender.
There is a wonderful relationship between Elizabeth and her aunt. The mother she should have had.
Mrs Bennet is "off-stage" so we are spared her vexing behaviour
Highly recommended.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
https://myjaffobsession.blogspot.com/...
In this variation, an early morning express, giving news of Lydia's elopement with Wickham, smothers the shoots of a rapprochement between Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy.
A note of regret is sent to Pemberley, but much of the detail is blurred due to water damage.
Darcy interprets this as a confirmation that Elizabeth still does not want him.
For Elizabeth, life changes utterly. Scandal makes the Bennet women outcasts. The death of their father leaves Mrs Bennet broken and brings the family under the power of Mr Collins.
Fortunately, rescue comes from a paternal aunt, Mrs Cahill. She sweeps them away to live with her in Yorkshire.
Elizabeth never stops regretting Mr Darcy.
Two years later on a visit to a local family, she is introduced to some of their eccentric, noble relatives. Among them, is Darcy!
This is a lovely third chance for Elizabeth and Darcy. The story has a warmth and positivity. Darcy is loving and tender.
There is a wonderful relationship between Elizabeth and her aunt. The mother she should have had.
Mrs Bennet is "off-stage" so we are spared her vexing behaviour
Highly recommended.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 16, 2025
Meeting Under Different Conditions
What an interesting variation! I really enjoyed seeing Elizabeth and her family embraced by Mr. Bennetts’ estranged sister. So many changes and situation improvements in spite of tragedy! I had to smile at the interesting coincidence that brought Darcy and Lizzy back together as well as all of the fun banter between Darcy and his extended family. As for Lydia, I am not surprised at all as to her part in all of this. Overall, this was an enjoyable quick read.
What an interesting variation! I really enjoyed seeing Elizabeth and her family embraced by Mr. Bennetts’ estranged sister. So many changes and situation improvements in spite of tragedy! I had to smile at the interesting coincidence that brought Darcy and Lizzy back together as well as all of the fun banter between Darcy and his extended family. As for Lydia, I am not surprised at all as to her part in all of this. Overall, this was an enjoyable quick read.
December 18, 2025
Short but Satisfying!
A romantic and low-angst variation. Treat yourself to this one. A swoony Mr D and matured E, no games and no misunderstandings.
A romantic and low-angst variation. Treat yourself to this one. A swoony Mr D and matured E, no games and no misunderstandings.
December 20, 2025
Quite a lovely short read. Mr. Bennet died and Collins is a toad. Our dear couple meets a couple of years after.
December 19, 2025
4.5 stars rounded up to 5 stars.
In this story Darcy is not aware of why Elizabeth and the Gardiner left Derbyshire so quickly and without explanation. And he finds no trace of her as he searches for her.
The Bennets not only suffer the disgrace of Lydia "eloping" with Wickham but also lose Mr. Bennet in a carriage accident when he goes to search of her and then lose their home as Collins steps in to take it over.
Mr. Bennet has a sister in this variation, a Mrs. Cahill, who come to the rescue in providing a home for the Bennets. It is there that two years later Darcy comes back into Elizabeth's life.
And so the story continues as Darcy remains in love with Elizabeth and she, as well, has a changed opinion about him. We have a lovely romance as they spend time together. Darcy also takes on the task of searching for Lydia. There I will not reveal more but, know this, her fate is different from canon.
Lovely short romance! There are two epilogues.
In this story Darcy is not aware of why Elizabeth and the Gardiner left Derbyshire so quickly and without explanation. And he finds no trace of her as he searches for her.
The Bennets not only suffer the disgrace of Lydia "eloping" with Wickham but also lose Mr. Bennet in a carriage accident when he goes to search of her and then lose their home as Collins steps in to take it over.
Mr. Bennet has a sister in this variation, a Mrs. Cahill, who come to the rescue in providing a home for the Bennets. It is there that two years later Darcy comes back into Elizabeth's life.
And so the story continues as Darcy remains in love with Elizabeth and she, as well, has a changed opinion about him. We have a lovely romance as they spend time together. Darcy also takes on the task of searching for Lydia. There I will not reveal more but, know this, her fate is different from canon.
Lovely short romance! There are two epilogues.
December 16, 2025
Love can grow despite separation.
Overall, I found about 90% of this book to be wonderfully sweet—full of tender moments, heartfelt connections, and the kind of gentle storytelling I enjoy. For potential readers sensitive to content, I did skip a small section (around 2%) because, while technically 'clean,' the wedding night thoughts and discussion were more detailed than I prefer for my personal G/PG-rated comfort level. The antics between the cousins, while diverting, were sometimes peppered with crude comments that readers looking for content warnings may want to be aware of. That said, the book maintains an overall charming, romantic, and positive tone.
* Well edited. No grammar speed bumps or continuity roundabouts that I recall.
* I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Overall, I found about 90% of this book to be wonderfully sweet—full of tender moments, heartfelt connections, and the kind of gentle storytelling I enjoy. For potential readers sensitive to content, I did skip a small section (around 2%) because, while technically 'clean,' the wedding night thoughts and discussion were more detailed than I prefer for my personal G/PG-rated comfort level. The antics between the cousins, while diverting, were sometimes peppered with crude comments that readers looking for content warnings may want to be aware of. That said, the book maintains an overall charming, romantic, and positive tone.
* Well edited. No grammar speed bumps or continuity roundabouts that I recall.
* I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 3, 2025
What if the Bennet girls had an aunt who was ready to step in and help when the circumstances were bleak.
I love a story of a second chance. This one, though short, has all the elements that speak to me. A change of circumstances, a long passed time, some new faces, and a different part of country, with only the affections and feelings and wishes unchanged and intensified.
Susan always uses the words that are able to paint a picture or a scene right in front of me when reading, and this one is no exception. Better man for Jane always worths one more star. Also a plus that the background being Yorkshire, a place I really like!
Wonderful tea-time read.
I love a story of a second chance. This one, though short, has all the elements that speak to me. A change of circumstances, a long passed time, some new faces, and a different part of country, with only the affections and feelings and wishes unchanged and intensified.
Susan always uses the words that are able to paint a picture or a scene right in front of me when reading, and this one is no exception. Better man for Jane always worths one more star. Also a plus that the background being Yorkshire, a place I really like!
Wonderful tea-time read.
December 18, 2025
Beautifully written.
A well written novella is one of my favourite things, and this is definitely a well written novella. This is charming writing with a lightness that flows throughout the book. It is not angst-free and the Bennet women have experienced difficulties which have left deep and permanent marks on their lives. It is through these difficulties that they have found their true selves.
A well written novella is one of my favourite things, and this is definitely a well written novella. This is charming writing with a lightness that flows throughout the book. It is not angst-free and the Bennet women have experienced difficulties which have left deep and permanent marks on their lives. It is through these difficulties that they have found their true selves.
January 14, 2026
I really liked this, but how could Mr. Darcy have forgotten Gardiner’s name just a couple of days after meeting him? I also couldn’t believe that Collins didn’t remember the name of Mr. Bennet’s sister, who is also his cousin, or where she lived when the remaining Bennets left to live with her.
Ignoring these contrivances, the romance was lovely.
Ignoring these contrivances, the romance was lovely.
December 16, 2025
Decent
This wasn't my favorite by this author. It was more surface-level, so I wasn't drawn in as I had hoped to be.
Overall, it was a decent, angst-free read.
This wasn't my favorite by this author. It was more surface-level, so I wasn't drawn in as I had hoped to be.
Overall, it was a decent, angst-free read.
December 21, 2025
Oh my goodness, the only bad thing about this book was that it was too short. So romantic and dreamy! I loved every chapter. Wonderful story and emotion.
December 22, 2025
This from one of my favorite authors.
Really low angst ODC longing for each other.
Its quick but lovely.
Really low angst ODC longing for each other.
Its quick but lovely.
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December 24, 2025DNF just because I’m in the mood for more angst at the moment. Lovely writing style though, I’ll have a look at her other books.
December 29, 2025
Lovely
A lovely and poignantly sweet variation inspired by Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice by Susan Adriani. I liked it.
A lovely and poignantly sweet variation inspired by Jane Austen’s classic novel Pride and Prejudice by Susan Adriani. I liked it.
December 20, 2025
Meeting 2 years later, under different circumstances.
Short, but mighty and beautifully written!
Bad news cut our dear couple's meeting at Pemberley short, but it's even worse than they thought and soon the Bennet ladies are sunk under Collins's thumb. A savior arrives to whisk them away, leaving nearly no trace of them for Darcy to track.
2 years later, they meet and it is but a moment from meeting, to love, to marriage. But the moment is pure Darcy yumminess!
A quick read, and very satisfying.
I received an advance review copy for free, and voluntarily leave my review.
Short, but mighty and beautifully written!
Bad news cut our dear couple's meeting at Pemberley short, but it's even worse than they thought and soon the Bennet ladies are sunk under Collins's thumb. A savior arrives to whisk them away, leaving nearly no trace of them for Darcy to track.
2 years later, they meet and it is but a moment from meeting, to love, to marriage. But the moment is pure Darcy yumminess!
A quick read, and very satisfying.
I received an advance review copy for free, and voluntarily leave my review.
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