
The Life and Times of Charlotte Lucas
A Pride and Prejudice Variation
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When Mr. Darcy and Colonel Fitzwilliam visit Lady Catherine, Charlotte and the Colonel conspire to help Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy reach an understanding before the visit ends. In the process, Charlotte falls in love with the Colonel, and learns that he cares for her as well! Alas, their love is doomed, as Charlotte is very much married.
When Mr. Bennet dies, Charlotte and Mr. Collins soon find themselves living at Longbourn. But life at Longbourn is far more complicated than they ever imagined, as Mrs. Bennet refuses to leave the house, and Lydia Bennet arrives on their doorstep very pregnant, but not married.
While the Darcys, the Bingley and the Gardiners do their best to help Charlotte deal with the troubles at Longbourn, it is ultimately up to Charlotte – plain, sensible Charlotte – to set things right.
This is a full-length novel of over 90,000 words.
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I much prefer the sharpest criticism of a single intelligent man to the thoughtless approval of the masses. ELIZABETH BENNET is determined that she will put a stop to her mother’s plans to marry off the eldest Bennet daughter to Mr. Collins, the Longbourn heir, but a man that Mr. Bennet considers an annoying dimwit. Hence, Elizabeth disguises herself as Jane and repeats her vows to the supercilious rector as if she is her sister, thereby voiding the nuptials and saving Jane from a life of drudgery. Yet, even the “best laid plans” can often go awry. FITZWILLIAM DARCY is desperate to ...
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Beautifully written & AI generated well, a Brit!
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The Formation of Just Such a Plan: A Pride and Prejudice Vagary
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One warning, two cautions, and two notes: WARNING: Portions of this book focus on some of George Wickham’s worst crimes against young ladies. While the revenge taken is not fully or graphically detailed, it is extreme. “He had certainly formed such a plan, and without meaning that it should effect his endeavour to separate him from Miss Bennet, it is probable that it might add something to his lively concern for the welfare of his friend.” Pride & Prejudice, chapter 45 This vagary proposes an alternate path for the characters of Pride and Prejudice. Some character aspects are ...
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Rather boring
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- Pembroke GEM
- 03-16-25
Pleasant Story
Enjoyable Pride and Prejudice spin off from the perspective of Charlotte Lucas. Only downside was the emotionless artificial narration. Bearable if listened to at 1.2x speed. I plan to “read” other novels from this author.
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- Darla
- 08-12-24
Charlotte
This was a cute story line, not at all stressful and if was engaging. I’ll probably listen to it again
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- bebe
- 08-28-24
Captivating story
I was wrapped up in the book from the beginning. This was the best virtual narration I have listened to so far.
The writing was excellent. I felt as if Charlotte was talking to me personally. Charlotte is the star and Lydia turns out to be the costar. The writer does a masterful job bringing all the familiar characters to life. Most characters are somewhat different than I anticipated but usually in a good or better than expected way. Don’t miss listening to this book- I predict you will love it.
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- Albert Avila
- 03-07-25
Charlotte's happy ending
It was heart breaking and wonderful at the same time! One of the few variations from Charlotte's perspective and it does not disappoint!
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- L. Locker
- 09-15-24
113 Chapters in 9 Hours
I keep trying new authors and new electronic "readers". Had this been a great story it might have been worth it. Alas, it was only average.
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- Laine
- 01-19-25
Closest to actual P&P “Life goes on” Entries!
Char, the Woman accomplished “Sow’s Ear into Silk Purse” per Eliz ref to Mr Collins. Just a marvelous con’t of Longbourne, Bennet’s et Al. Minus the wickedness & screeching, Fanny’s a bygone memory. In her stead are very wise choices & lives lived thoughtfully & w/ grace.
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- Kristiina Friman
- 12-01-24
Really Interesting
This was a very good story. I loved reading about Charlotte. The virtual narration is unfortunate but I find I can handle it better if I listen to it on a faster speed..
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- LL
- 03-08-25
Really liked this one! Charlotte is such an interesting character
So glad someone thought to write a book about Charlotte, who I always thought was really intriguing. This story was really good and not cheesy like a lot of the variations. I’ve read. I’ll never be a fan of virtual narration because it doesn’t capture the emotion of a story, but the rest of it was really captivating.
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- R L
- 10-11-24
Horrifically selfish Darcys, Bingleys, Gardners, etc.
"Let's dump spoiled, angry Mrs. Bennet on the Collins. We sure don't want to be bothered with her." Basically, that's the storyline. And after Fanny reeks havoc, just wait until Lydia shows up out of nowhere. What a s**t show.
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