The Lady Sleuth of Longbourn: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

“Investigating mysteries is no fit hobby for a woman. Leave me be, Bingley. I certainly shall not dance with Miss Elizabeth Bennet. I have no taste for such an oddity.” No sooner does Mr Darcy insult Elizabeth Bennet than he finds himself mortifyingly mistaken - and utterly enraptured by her. The lady not only has the elegance and charm to make herself liked by all her neighbours despite her unusual hobby, she is intelligent and witty as well. But he cannot fall in love with so unsuitable a match. He must not…he will not… Elizabeth Bennet cannot think very fondly of the visitors at Netherfield. Not only was the stern Mr Darcy rude to her on a first meeting, but Caroline Bingley has not troubled to hide her contempt - or her disapproval of Jane Bennet as a potential bride for her brother. But when Miss Bingley reluctantly comes to her for help with some ugly anonymous letters demanding that she stop pursuing Mr Darcy, Elizabeth does not consider refusing. Miss Bingley’s need is too great, and the mystery too fascinating… The Lady Sleuth of Longbourn is a sweet romance and cosy mystery. It is ideal for fans of both Pride and Prejudice and Golden Age mysteries. Keen-eyed readers will spot references to Sherlock Holmes and Lord Peter Wimsey. The Lady Sleuth of Longbourn contains elements of fear and danger, but no explicit content or violence. Though the use of curse words is mentioned, it is safe for readers who do not wish to encounter swear words in print. Elizabeth will do whatever it takes to catch the poison pen. But when she and Mr Darcy learn to understand each other too late, will love slip through their fingers?