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Elizabeth Bennet is determined to never marry Mr. Darcy, especially after his disastrous proposal at Hunsford. But when the two find themselves compromised in the presence of society mavens and family members, they are forced to wed despite their mutual hatred. As they navigate their tumultuous marriage, will Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy be able to set aside their pride and learn to get along, or will they be doomed to suffer the worst marriage in England? Find out in this heart-wrenching tale of love, redemption, and learning to see beyond first impressions.

Ensnared in compromise; Elizabeth Bennet receives four offers of marriage. Not one is welcome. She could wish her life somewhat less eventful. Tall, dark, and impossibly handsome, Darcy strides into every drama where someone needs help or assistance. But why, in heaven’s name, did he have to embroil himself this time?

Long ago, he found his soulmate — and lost her. Now it appears he has another life. Another chance. Another name. He is Fitzwilliam Darcy. He will not lose her again. At night, Elizabeth Bennet relives the nightmare of her soulmate's embrace as he couldn't save them. Why does she remember? Who, or what, draws them together?

Darcy’s much vaunted pride is under good regulation — or so he believes. He knows he cannot consider Miss Elizabeth Bennet remotely suitable to be his bride. If only his head could control the danger his heart is in. But by the time his heart beats his mind into submission and he understands there can be no one else for him, she has gone from Hertfordshire, and there is no hope for him.

Darcy is on a quest. His mission is to restore the impertinence and joy which used to dance in the fine eyes of Miss Elizabeth Bennet and had captured his heart, although his mind told him not to give in. To achieve his mission, he must find her missing sister. But where, in all the millions of acres —all the farms, hamlets, towns and cities that make England — could she be? Elizabeth Bennet is a gentlewoman. Society rules prevent her joining the search. But why would the arrogant and disdainful Mr. Darcy persist in the task?

As soon as Eric met Suzy, he knew he wanted to marry her. However, telling her turned out to be much harder than he thought. Take a nostalgic stroll down memory lane this Christmas as we revisit Eric and Suzy's early days in this wonderfully romantic short story from the Peas and Carrots universe. Laugh and commiserate with Eric as, once again, he lurches from one crisis to another as he desperately tries to execute the perfect proposal.

England, 1925. When a strange young woman is found murdered on the grounds of Unsworth Castle, the duke and his family are astounded at first, but quickly become enraged when the police begin asking all sorts of impertinent questions. And when suspicions dare to fall on one of their own, it is up to Mr. Quayle, Lord Unsworth's exceedingly efficient secretary, to find the true culprit and save the House of Unsworth from scandal and ruin.

Jerrell Hawkins has a plan. He’s going to marry Nadine Hartwell, study magic at University, and serve his kingdom in the ongoing war in the prestigious Orichalcum Company led by the hero of the realm. To do this, he needs to obtain a Class. When his plan to create a new, powerful spellcasting class fails, he fears all is lost. Then an enemy sleeper agent burns down his world and Nadine is infected with lycanthropy.

As the skies burn, the Calamity falls. Gathering their allies, Clara Blackwell and Elliott Craven prepare themselves for the coming showdown. The treacherous road ahead will take them through uncharted territory, back to where it all began - a deadly forest within a young witch’s nightmares - and far beyond. The key to salvation lies buried in her dreams, surrounded by grave danger....

Eric Sibley loves his upscale job and the good life it provides. So when the corporate climber inherits his father’s Aston Martin DB4, he’s excited to drive his wife and daughter around in style. But he’s shocked to discover he can only have the flashy auto if he agrees to get a little mud on his polished shoes. Confined to the will’s strict guidelines, he has no choice but to venture far from his London office and keep his father’s community veggie patch growing.

Evening closes gently in this second volume of the Quiet Magic series. Across rooftops and over the sea, craftspeople finish their final tasks—baking, sorting, stitching, and watching the waves. Each story is a soothing ritual of its own: a loaf rising, a letter delivered, a book repaired, a light kept burning. These calm, cozy tales are designed to help you release the day and settle into restful sleep.

As night settles over the town, the postmaster files the final letters. Each envelope whispers a tale, each package finds its home before the shutters close and the lanterns dim. This is a story of order and pause, of community held gently in hand. The Postmaster’s Evening Sort is a soothing bedtime story for peaceful sleep, full of soft pacing and quiet satisfaction.

The tools are silent now, but the toys remember. The toymaker gently brushes sawdust away and winds the last music box before turning out the lights. This is a story of wonder and memory, of hands that craft care into shape. The Toymaker’s Silent Workshop is a sleep story to quiet your racing thoughts and guide you gently into dreams.

In a tucked-away shop lined with stories, the bookbinder completes her last repair. Needle, thread, and quiet breath move through fading pages, sealing memories into place. This is a story of care and quiet craftsmanship, of endings and preservation, of paper and peace. The Bookbinder’s Final Stitching is a relaxing sleep story for restful nights and gentle minds.

The final returns have come in. In the hush of closing time, the librarian re-shelves stories one by one, her fingertips tracing spines and remembering old favorites. This is a story of order and discovery, of quiet joy tucked between covers. The Librarian’s Evening Shelving is a serene nighttime story to help you unwind and rest easy.

Wicks trimmed. Wax cooled. The candle maker's final task is to seal each flame into stillness. Shadows dance, then settle, as lavender and honey fill the air. This is a story of endings and glow, of warmth stored for the night ahead. The Candle Maker’s Last Light is a bedtime story for deep sleep and stillness, perfect for calming your breath and dimming your thoughts.

Under moonlight, the florist rearranges the last bouquet. Petals rustle like silk, and the greenhouse glows with the scent of jasmine, moss, and memory. This is a story of color and scent, of stillness and soft beauty. The Florist’s Midnight Garden is a comforting tale for your nightly wind-down, made for listeners who want to slip into sleep surrounded by natural magic.

In this final volume of the Quiet Magic trilogy, the hush of night settles over garden paths, library shelves, and glowing workshops. Here, flowers are arranged by moonlight, toys are tidied with care, books are returned to their resting places, and candles are quietly extinguished. Each story invites you into a world of calm detail, soft sound, and slow rhythm—crafted to quiet your mind and guide you gently to sleep. These four soothing bedtime stories offer a comforting close to the day, full of beauty, peace, and a touch of magic.

High above the sea, the lighthouse glows steady against the darkness. The keeper tends the final flame, his steps familiar and unhurried as he watches the stars emerge over the waves. This is a story of solitude and steadfastness, of quiet light and wide horizons.

Belching fire and jumping rooftop to rooftop, Spring-heeled Jack returned to terrorize Londoners. Doctor Pendergrass had settled into London and his surgeon’s job at Saint Bartholomew’s Hospital. He loved the city, but he detested its criminal element. At night, in the dark alleys and lanes, Pendergrass did what constables at Scotland Yard could not. His dark excursions were ripe with hypocrisy, not to mention the risk of going to prison or the gallows if he were caught.