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From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: The holidays are here. I decorated my Christmas tree last week, baked cookies with my sister on Saturday, and am wrapping gifts. How about you? Today I am pleased to welcome bestselling Austenesque author Abigail Reynolds to Austenprose. She has just released Spellbound at Pemberley, the first book... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Katie Jackson: Rejoice, enthusiasts of Austenesque tales! A new Darcy and Elizabeth story has arrived for you to ardently admire and love. BOOK DESCRIPTION When Fitzwilliam Darcy makes a complete muddle of his proposal at Rosings Park by writing a letter, there is more at stake than his hurt pride.... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Katie Jackson: What happens when a surprising—and surprisingly vindictive—villain sets his sights on ruining a revered naval hero? BOOK DESCRIPTION Two grooms missing at the altar. Darcy & Wentworth kidnapped. Two great loves tried by separation, battle, and deception. Set on the stage of Napoleon’s 100 Days, relish the mystery, sea... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Char Jones: The suspenseful sequel to The Murder of Mr. Wickham, which sees Jonathan Darcy and Juliet Tilney reunited and with another mystery to solve: the dreadful poisoning of the scoundrel Willoughby's new wife. BOOK DESCRIPTION Catherine and Henry Tilney of Northanger Abbey are not entirely pleased to be sending their eligible young... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: Happy New Year Dear Readers! 2022 proved to be a fabulous year in the historical book arena. Of the 51 books that were reviewed here last year by our dedicated staff, several were outstanding and will remain favorites. Here is a list of our highest-rated and most cherished... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: Happy Monday Dear Readers! Summer is blazing here in my neck of the woods. It is time for raspberry lemonade, enjoying hydrangea blooms, and sitting in the shade with new books! I am pleased to have a special guest with us today. Author Katherine Cowley has a new... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Sophia Rose: ‘Murder’ and ‘Wickham’ in the same title makes any Jane Austen lover worth their salt sit up and take notice. Now, add that with an author name long associated with young adult sci-fi and fantasy, and that makes Claudia Gray’s The Murder of Mr. Wickham well-nigh irresistible. The Murder... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: Few who have read Pride and Prejudice can forget Mary Bennet. The middle sister among five daughters, she is a minor character in Jane Austen’s classic with only a few scenes, and fewer lines of dialogue. Her unaccomplished pianoforte playing and singing at the Netherfield ball were an... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: My tulips are sprouting! Spring is on its way here in the Pacific Northwest along with a great selection of new historical novels. Here is a curated list of my favorites for March, April, and May. The range of stories and settings are diverse: Georgian, Regency, WWII, and... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Sophia Rose: A journey from unattractive and least wanted sister to unlikely heroine is the basis for many a classic suspenseful adventure. Relatable and easily cheered on, Pride & Prejudice’s Mary Bennet gets her time to shine in Katherine Cowley’s first in a series of historical mysteries launching as a sequel... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: Today is Pride and Prejudice’s 209th birthday. Many happy returns of the day to Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. Jane Austen’s second novel was published in a three-volume set by Thomas Egerton, Whitehall, London in 1813. She sold the copyright for £110. Ouch! One can only imagine how... Continue Reading →
From the desk of Laurel Ann Nattress: Happy New Year's Eve dear readers! 2021 proved to be a fabulous year in the historical book arena. From creative Austenesque variations, to Regency romances upending tropes, to reimagined gender-switched classics, to compelling historical fiction and mystery, we have been duly entertained and enchanted. A big thank you... Continue Reading →
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