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Mr Fitzwilliam Darcy is ill-equipped for the undertaking ahead of him. He is to woo Miss Elizabeth Bennet while disguising his purpose—for they are secretly betrothed!

The marriage contract, signed fifteen years ago, was conceived during the Bennets’ summer interlude at Pemberley. William and Lizzy became fast friends, and their…

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1 author picked His Secret Betrothal as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I love reading unique variations of Pride and Prejudice, and this was no exception. The relationship between Bingley, Elizabeth, and Mary is beautiful, and Elizabeth’s tender care for Darcy’s child is touching.

There are some heavy themes in this story, but that’s how I prefer my books – to have some angst but also some depth and true character development.

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