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Introducing Mrs Collins

A Pride and Prejudice sequel telling the story of what Charlotte Lucas did next....

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Introducing Mrs Collins

By: Rachel Parris
Narrated by: George Blagden, Rachel Parris
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Summary
 SHE'S THE PRIDE & PREJUDICE HEROINE YOU NEVER KNEW YOU NEEDED.
NOW, IT'S CHARLOTTE'S TURN.

'The perfect Austen fix' Janice Hallett

Charlotte Collins knows her own mind.
But will she dare listen to her heart?

Unlike her good friend Elizabeth Bennet, Charlotte Lucas has never been a romantic. Practical to a fault, she accepted Mr Collins's marriage proposal with clear eyes and a steady heart, trading passion for security.

Until an unexpected guest at Rosings Park turns Charlotte's ordered world on its head. This man sees her, challenges her - and a spark is lit. But true contentment is not only about who you choose to love, but who you choose to be. Is it time to break the rules that have kept Charlotte on the sidelines of her own life?

READERS LOVE THIS PERFECT JANE AUSTEN FIX
'If I could give it six stars I would' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'The same beautiful tone, humour and deep insight as was in Pride and Prejudice. I enjoyed it JUST as much!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
'Made me fall in love with the world of Jane Austen all over again!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐©2025 Rachel Parris Historical Historical Fiction Regency Funny Heartfelt Romance

Critic Reviews

Beautifully done, full of drama, with a delectable Regency setting as a backdrop
The perfect Austen fix. Charlotte Lucas of Pride and Prejudice finds her sensible marriage to Mr L ticking along, until cupid takes aim. Delightful, beguiling and accomplished! (Janice Hallett)
I have JUST devoured Mrs C (so to speak) and adored it. So good it made me grateful that I was stuck on a train (Natasha Poliszczuk)
Genuinely funny and moving. I enjoyed every second of Introducing Mrs Collins. It was like spending time with old friends (Alice Wynn)
Rachel Parris' sequel to Jane Austen's classic novel is a tale of love, loss and second chances, putting Charlotte at the centre of her own story and allowing her to be the heroine readers have always wanted her to be. Coinciding with the 250th anniversary of Austen's birth, this is the ideal book for all Austenites
Parris has achieved a remarkable feat by adding to Jane Austen's world a truly funny novel that delivers an emotional heart as well. Jane would be very amused indeed (Cariad Lloyd)
Hoovered it up! GREAT fun! (Philippa Perry)
Funny, then suddenly deep, then deeply romantic. A marvellous and mighty literary magic trick. It's genuinely funny - brilliantly plotted, and then suddenly it opens up into deep and subtle and unexpected emotions. Rather like the work of another author I love, born 250 years ago (Richard Curtis)
A delightfully witty, moving debut . . . Parris' comedic flair shines through, balancing insight, charm and heart. It's clever, warm-hearted reimagining that gives Charlotte her own happily ever after, at last
Really loved this. A very believable sequel to Pride & Prejudice which treads the line of being faithful to the original characters while adding convincing context and just the right amount of subversion! (Ben Fensome)
In Jane Austen's 250th anniversary year, comedian Rachel Parris - a founding member of the improvised play Austentatious - delivers a witty debut. She brings Charlotte Lucas, often sidelined in Pride & Prejudice into sharp, humorous focus, exploring the life she builds after marrying Mr Collins
An enchanting, thoughtful story of this overlooked sidekick rightly taking centre stage
Charlotte Lucas finally becomes the heroine of her own story in this heartfelt and mesmerising sequel
Anyone wanted some Georgian-era rolls in the hay could read Rachel Parris's new book Introducing Mrs Collins, where Mr Collins and Charlotte Lucas's marital intercourse is explained in depth. I've been listening to the audiobook in the car on the way to work and laughed all the way in this morning
All stars
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I love this story. It makes sense, it’s thoughtful and well written, historically accurate and funny.

My most favourite post Austin version of all!

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Oooh I LOVED this reimagined story of Charlotte, I was so invested in every character and I went through every emotion right along with them, I had the most enjoyable five star reading experience and I highly recommend this book.

I adored this story

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I found myself quite enthralled by this imagining of what life could have been like for Charlotte Lucas/Collins throughout P&P and afterwards. The story is quite believable and the author has beautifully captured the characters we know and love. Charlotte was always the quiet heroine of P&P and I loved indulging in a possible version of her story.

The story from Charlotte’s point of view and beyond

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I enjoyed this. I listened to it during an uncomfortable hospital stay and it lifted me into an expanded and fascinating Pride and Prejudice world. I appreciated the constraints women, from genteel to working class, had in their lives.

Charlotte’s Choice

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Rachel Parris has opened another door to life in P & P times. She has done a fantastic job of keeping to the flavour of Pride and Prejudice whilst providing an exciting sequel.

Excellent Sequel

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