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Return to Longbourn

The Next Chapter in the Continuing Story of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice

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Return to Longbourn

By: Shannon Winslow
Narrated by: Marian Hussey
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What will happen to the Bennet females now that Mr. Bennet has died? With Mr. Tristan Collins on his way from America to claim his property, Mrs. Bennet hatches her plan. The new heir to Longbourn simply must marry one of her daughters. Nothing else will do. Will it be Mary or Kitty singled out for this dubious honor? When the gentleman in question turns out to be quite a catch after all, the contest between the sisters is on. Which one will be the next mistress of Longbourn? Or will a dark horse step in to muddy the picture? Darcy, Elizabeth, and the rest of the Pride and Prejudice cast are back as the socially awkward Mary emerges from the shadows to take center stage in Shannon Winslow's long-awaited sequel to her best-selling novel, The Darcys of Pemberley.

Many Austen fans have a soft spot in their hearts for Mary and wonder if she might have the hidden makings of a heroine. Now, in Return to Longbourn, we learn what really makes her tick. Is she destined to be a governess forever, or will she overcome the misfortune of being 'plain' to find love and her own happy ending?

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Shannon Winslow has the unique ability of managing to capture Austen’s style of writing. Therefore transporting you directly into the world of our favourite characters and while I always thought Mary had more to her than the dull and plain character portrayed on the screen, this book is just a delightful surprise! I just had to keep listening…

Unexpectedly delightful

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Wasn't sure I'd like this because I'm more obsessed with Darcy & Elizabeth but it was excellent. Mary's story was a great addition and I even started walking more so I could listen to it.....throughly enjoyable.

Great variation

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Great follow on story, an easy listen and well worth following. Well narrated. Highly recommend to others

Loved it

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Beautifully narrated and a great continuation of the Bennett family story. Recommended for any P&P fans

Great story and narration

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If you've always wanted to know what happens to the characters in P&P after finishing the book then this series fully satisfies that need. The characters, language, settings and period remain true to the original. Very cleverly written and an absolute joy to listen to. If you're an Austen fan, you won't be disappointed. I'm now going to purchase the 3rd book in this series.

A satisfying sequel

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Loved the storyline and the twist in the story which I did not expect. It was absolutely heart wrenching to think that poor Mary Bennett would never find true love as her elder sisters Jane and Elizabeth had.
Well done Shannon Winslow on yet another excellent tale

A true tribute to Jane Austen

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Love these books, they should make a movie or short series to do them al justice! Anyhow a must follow up read from the Jane Austin ‘Pride & Prejudice’

Another praise for an excellent read.

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Utterly charming tale of the continuing activities of the Bennet family. Highly recommend it for anyone who loves JA.

Thoroughly Enjoyed this story

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so a few people were killed off and it nade for an interesting story arc. a few more were added... i liked that Mary had a chance to shine.

a good story

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The story is good, but predictable. it didn't need to be a follow on from P&P, it should have been a standalone with new names. The narration is ok, but a bit one-dimensional.

could have been standalone

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