Books like 'A Timely Elopement: A Pride and Prejudice Variation'
Readers who enjoyed A Timely Elopement: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Joana Starnes also liked the following books featuring the same tropes, story themes, relationship dynamics and character types.
historical romance regency industrial-era historical-fiction classics humor literary-fiction
-
Jane Eyre by Anna Claybourne, Charlotte Brontë
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 18 ratingsA faithful retelling of the classic story of the love between the governess Jane Eyre and her master Mr Rochester, and the chilling secret set to tear them both apart. Clearly written in a modern, approachable style to introduce young readers to much-loved classic stories. Includes informative notes on both the author and the original text...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction industrial-era literary-fiction regency book fiction historical -
Portrait of the Duke by Alexa Aston
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsA fun-loving man who has become a staid duke . . .An independent lady who wishes to pursue her artistic bent . . .A long-ago meeting which left a lasting impression on them both . . .Daniel Judson, the Duke of Westfield, changed from a carefree young rogue into a sober duke once faced with a mountain of responsibilities after he assumed his grandfather’s title...Categorized as:
historical-fiction humor industrial-era regency romance historical fiction victorian -
One Night to Remember by Erica Ridley
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMeet the unforgettable men of London's most notorious tavern, The Wicked Duke... -
Only a Lady Will Do by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsShe’s exactly what he isn’t looking for...and everything he never knew needed...Josh Worthingham, Duke of Penworth, must marry—and not just any bride will do. He needs a true lady to be his duchess. It’s what’s expected of him, and he can accept no less...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult book -
-
Every Duke Has a Silver Lining by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.44 of 5 stars · 9 ratingsHe can’t deny her anything…except maybe his heart…Ashley Woodville didn’t mean any harm when she broke into Grady Kolten’s office. It was only a dare from her friends. She wasn’t supposed to get caught. And she certainly wasn’t supposed to talk the notorious gaming hell owner (and disturbingly sexy rogue) into showing her London’s wilder side. Falling for him? Also not part of the dare...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult book -
Silver Buckles by Grace Gibson, Janet Taylor
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsShe staggered a great man. He was reeling. She was overwhelmed.Fitzwilliam Darcy, standing irritably at the edge of the Meryton assembly, declines to dance with Elizabeth Bennet. In a mood of revulsion, he rejects her without concern of being overheard... -
A Lady's Reputation by Amy D'Orazio, Alex9903
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratings“Mr. Darcy, I am eager to hear your explanation for the fact that quite a few people believe we are engaged.” It starts with a bit of well-meant advice. Colonel Fitzwilliam suggests to his cousin Darcy that, before he proposes to Elizabeth Bennet in Kent, perhaps he ought to discuss his plans with their families first...Categorized as:
historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult audiobook book -
Snowbound: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Joana Starnes
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA narrow escape and a staggering encounter mere miles from the gates of Pemberley leave Mr Darcy in no doubt: the Fates have grown tired of nudging him gently. And now Elizabeth is in his home. Beside him. Every waking hour of every day.“I missed you. Dreadfully. And now you are here...Categorized as:
industrial-era regency historical-fiction literary-fiction romance historical retellings fiction -
Aphrodite by D.G. Rampton
Rated: 4.36 of 5 stars · 11 ratings70,000+ readers have already discovered the Regency Goddesses Series. The books, which can be read in any order, are regularly in the U.S. top 20 for Historical Romance and Humor & Satire... -
Lady of Providence by Ellie St. Clair, Dragonblade Publishing
Rated: 4.50 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsMuch-anticipated Book 3 has arrived in "The Unconventional Ladies" series. Pick up "Lady of Providence" by Ellie St. Clair today, or read for FREE in Kindle Unlimited!! A rocky past. An uncertain future. Can love prevail? Elizabeth Moreland is seen as the perfect lady... -
Kiss Me Duke by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMolly Clare is living her dream. Being a guest in a gorgeous villa while she explores Rome is everything she could’ve hoped for and more. The man who owns the villa is equally charming—and entirely too tempting. At least, that’s what he appears to be. The truth of who and what he really is…well, that’s infinitely more complicated.Lord Hugh Farley is living a nightmare...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency action-adventure adult -
London Holiday by Nicole Clarkston, A Lady
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhen the truth is harder to believe than disguise. Drugged and betrayed in his own household, Fitzwilliam Darcy makes his escape from a forged compromise that would see him unhappily wed. Dressed as a footman, he is welcomed into one of London’s unknown neighbourhoods by a young lady who is running out of time and running for her life...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult audiobook -
The Journey Home To Pemberley: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Joana Starnes
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA chance encounter in the wilds of the North brings more joy to Elizabeth and Mr Darcy than either of them dared hope for. But her world is rocked by blow after blow – and the truth would only cause him pain. ‘I must be cruel only to be kind’ is Elizabeth’s guiding precept, and she chooses her path. Yet time, circumstances and new acquaintances teach her she had made a terrible mistake...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult audiobook book -
Fearful Symmetry: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Gailie Ruth Caress
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsDarcy had never known such a woman, one who could rush into an inferno and emerge as bold and brilliant as burnished brass, bright as any mirror.FITZWILLIAM DARCY HAD PLANNED TO LEAVE NETHERFIELD PARK and all thoughts of the enchanting Miss Elizabeth Bennet behind him—until one night when he saw smoke rising from Longbourn and realised she was in peril...Categorized as:
historical-fiction industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult audiobook book fiction -
-
Only a Marquess Will Do by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.38 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsIt's a game of instruction and seduction. But who's teaching who?The London Season is not for Lady Victoria Worthingham. After a disastrous marriage that lasted no more than six weeks, she's sworn off men forever. But that doesn't mean she can't help her brother's best friend find his perfect match...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult book -
Hellion at Heart by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSifting through the sands in the Middle East while learning of ancient cultures and buried civilizations is all Miss Hallie Evans dreams about. But when an impending scandal forces her back to England, her hopes and dreams are destroyed. Now, as a hired archaeologist for the rich, Hallie explores and studies the ancient ruins excavated on their properties...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency action-adventure adult -
To Be Wicked With You by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsEvie Milton knows she’ll never marry. But that doesn’t mean she can’t celebrate her sister’s betrothal to Finlay Stone, Duke of Carlisle. Until the bride-to-be runs off with the wrong man, that is. Now, if they have any hope of avoiding a devastating scandal, Evie and Finlay will need to bring the runaway bride to heel...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult book -
Speak of the Duke by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsSpeak of the duke and he shall appear…Julia Woodville knew the kiss she’d shared with Lord Cyrus Franklin, known rake, couldn’t have meant as much to him as it had to her. And he proved her right by leaving London and marrying another. But now he’s back, and this time, she’s not about to let him anywhere near her heart…Leaving Julia behind was one of Cyrus’s greatest regrets...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult book -
A Feather To Fly With by Joyce Harmon
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIn Regency England, young ladies make their fortune by marrying it. But Cleo Cooper has come to London with a different idea – she’s going to make her fortune by stealing it. Raised abroad by unconventional parents, Cleo has no use for the rules and strictures of the ton. She’ll pretend to fit in, but she has a secret scheme. Arthur Ramsey, Duke of Winton, is in the market for a wife... -
On a Wild Duke Chase by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.30 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsThe game is on, and she intends to fight dirty. But then again, so does he…Duke Dillon Viscount Leigh has secrets. The fact that his estate is nearly broke is merely one of them. So, he needs to marry an heiress and fast. The house party would’ve been the perfect place to find one, too—if only a certain noisy, stubborn, and entirely too beautiful miss hadn’t made it her mission to thwart him...Categorized as:
historical-fiction industrial-era regency classics literary-fiction humor historical fiction -
The Gift of Love by Meara Platt
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWill The Book of Love bring Dahlia Farthingale the gift of love? Dahlia Farthingale thought magic would happen when she was the next to have The Book of Love. But instead, the elegant lord she thought would propose to her wound up humiliating her in front of all of her family and friends. She is now convinced no man can possibly want her, especially not handsome Royal Navy captain Ronan Brayden... -
Mischief & Mayhem: A Pride & Prejudice Novella by Christie Capps
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsHow much trouble could one small baby be? Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet are about to find out.Fitzwilliam Darcy avoids unsavory characters, unattached females, and messy babies--until he meets the Bennet family from Longbourn in Hertfordshire. Something about one of the daughters and the only son intrigues him until thoughts of them fill his waking hours and his dreams...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult anthologies -
Storm & Shelter: A Bluestocking Belles Collection with Friends by Bluestocking Belles, Grace Burrowes
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhen a storm blows off the North Sea and slams into the village of Fenwick on Sea, the villagers prepare for the inevitable: shipwreck, flood, land slips, and stranded travelers. The Queen’s Barque Inn quickly fills with the injured, the devious, and the lonely—lords, ladies, and simple folk; spies, pirates, and smugglers all trapped together...Categorized as:
historical-fiction humor industrial-era regency action-adventure adult anthologies fiction -
Fair Stands the Wind: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Catherine Lodge
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWe all know that, in Jane Austen’s "Pride and Prejudice," Mr. Darcy is proud and prejudiced because he is a wealthy landowner who believes himself above his company and that Elizabeth Bennet can afford to be proud and prejudiced because she believes she has the freedom to make choices for herself. But what if Mr... -
-
The Happiest Couple in the World: A Sequel to Pride & Prejudice by Amy D'Orazio
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsIt is settled between us already, that we are to be the happiest couple in the world.When Elizabeth Bennett married Fitzwilliam Darcy in autumn of 1812, she believed that all unhappiness and strife between them had been laid to rest. Their misunderstandings resolved, she wished for nothing more than to enjoy their happily ever after.Alas married life brings with it a new set of challenges...Categorized as:
historical-fiction industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult anthologies fiction historical -
To Kiss a Highland Rose by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsComing December 2020 - book 6 in the Kiss the Wallflower series...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult book -
There You Were: A Pride & Prejudice Variation by Michelle Ray
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratings“I was not looking for love, but there you were. I cannot stop it, I cannot indulge it, so I must put distance between us and hope that time will heal this fever I have.”ABANDONED BY HER MOTHER and ignored by her father, it is hardly any wonder young Elizabeth Bennet’s curiosity soon brings about trouble and marriage to a man she does not love...Categorized as:
historical-fiction industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult arranged-marriage book fiction -
Winter Wishes: A Regency Holiday Romance Anthology by Cheryl Bolen, Bronwen Evans
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA USA Today Bestseller!!New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author Cheryl Bolen and USA Today Bestselling authors Bronwen Evans, Lana Williams, Bree Wolf and Collette Cameron are joined by Heather Boyd, Sasha Cottman, Samantha Grace, Donna Cummings, Barbara Monajem, Suzanna Medeiros, Wendy Vella, and Alina K...Categorized as:
historical-fiction humor industrial-era regency adult anthologies fiction historical -
How to Ruin a Duke: A Regency Novella Duet by Grace Burrowes, Theresa Romain
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsGrace Burrowes and Theresa Romain team up to set two Regency novellas against a backdrop of scandal, intrigue, and literary mischief inspired by the real-life spoof of Lord Byron published by Lady Caroline Lamb. Rhapsody for Two by Theresa Romain Rowena Fairweather, a builder of stringed instruments, is facing a difficult future. Simon Thorn is a musician fleeing his past...Categorized as:
regency industrial-era historical-fiction humor historical victorian anthologies fiction -
The Tempting of a Devilish Lord by Samantha Holt
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsOne might not know it to look at her, but the uptight Miss Lucinda Evans was once quite the adventurer. So much so it very nearly landed her in a whole world of trouble.Now nearing spinster age, Lucinda is determined the same fate won’t befall her headstrong little sister. All she needs to do is keep a careful watch over Mary-Anne and maintain her own prim and proper appearance and behaviour...Categorized as:
regency historical-fiction humor industrial-era historical fiction action-adventure book -
Capturing the Heart of a Cameron by Meara Platt
Rated: 4.33 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis boxset contains three Farthingale series novellas. Sparks fly whenever Camerons and Farthingales meet in If You Kissed Me and If You Loved Me. In Never Dare A Duke, Frances Cameron makes a wish upon a falling star and gets far more than she bargained for. If You Loved Me appeared previously in Under The Kissing Bough boxset and Never Dare A Duke appeared previously in A Duke’s Desire boxset...Categorized as:
historical-fiction industrial-era regency humor romance historical fiction anthologies -
A Duke's Wild Kiss by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsMiss Olivia Quinton is certain a marriage proposal is imminent, but her hopes are dashed when her gentleman admirer moves his attentions to another at a country house party. Disappointed by these turns of events and seeing the man for the fiend he is, Olivia hatches a plan of revenge. With the aid of Duke Hamlyn, she sets out to make her past love interest pay for his betrayal...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult book -
Agony and Hope by L.L. Diamond
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“I have endured the deepest agony, only to be shown a hope so bright I cannot but yearn for it.”Fitzwilliam Darcy is mourning the love he lost—a love that was never allowed to bloom. What will become of him when Georgiana is wed, and he is left by himself? He cannot give away a heart not his own...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult audiobook book -
Twists of Fate: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Joana Starnes
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsWhat if Mr Collins shocked Elizabeth with his base conduct at the time of his proposal, thus sending her dashing out of her house, and into the arms of Mr Darcy? What if that accidental encounter was witnessed, and impropriety was assumed? What if Mr Darcy was glad of the excuse to marry his heart’s desire – only to have his best hopes blasted within hours of his wedding? What if he found...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult arranged-marriage book -
-
To Tempt an Earl by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsHamish Doherty, Earl Leighton is having a terrible Season. A portion of his home burned to the ground, he was attacked outside a gaming hell, and a debutante he cannot stomach is determined they’ll wed. It’s enough to make any lord head for the hills, but his luck turns worse in the country...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult audiobook -
Misunderstandings & Ardent Love by Susan Adriani
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratings“I have never been able to forget you...I am yours, in body and soul, for as long as I am able to draw breath.”AFTER MONTHS OF BROODING DESPAIR while Bingley prepares to wed Jane Bennet, Fitzwilliam Darcy realises he has no choice but to put his heart at risk and try to win the only woman he will ever love. ELIZABETH BENNET WOULD MORE THAN WELCOME his return to Longbourn...Categorized as:
industrial-era regency historical-fiction literary-fiction romance historical audiobook fiction -
Confessions of the Scandalous Mrs. Darcy: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Darcie Rochester
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 8 ratingsA ripped bodice leaves a reputation in tatters. . . .Miss Elizabeth Bennet never meant to compromise Mr. Darcy. Indeed, she had hoped never to speak to the odious man again, but after an accidental entanglement the argumentative pair find themselves on the road to matrimony.A marriage of inconvenience. . . .Now the new Mrs...Categorized as:
industrial-era regency humor historical-fiction romance historical arranged-marriage fiction -
Dare To Be Scandalous by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsAfter inheriting a small fortune, Willow Perry has everything she’s ever wanted. Except a husband, that is. But not just any husband will do. She’s looking for a grand love—someone who will challenge and excite her. It’s just her folly that the one man who interests her is a notorious rake. He’s as wild and passionate as Willow is sheltered and staid...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult anthologies -
Kiss the Wallflower: Books 1-3 by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsA Midsummer Kiss Orphaned at a tender age, Miss Louise Grant spent her life in servitude to care for her younger siblings. Now, no longer needed as a duchess' companion, Louise has procured employment in York. But on her last night in London, her reputation is shattered when the drunk and disorderly Marquess mistakes Louise's room for his lover's... -
More or Less a Countess by Anna Bradley
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsFinding a worthy husband should be simple for three beautiful debutantes in Regency London. But the Somerset sisters have a way of making it delightfully complicated... Violet Somerset has always preferred a library to a ballroom, but to please her grandmother she agreed to one London season. With nothing to show for it but heartbreak, she's reconciled to spinsterhood... -
A Kiss at Mistletoe by Tamara Gill
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsLady Mary Dalton fills her time with anything she pleases–and she pleases to do as she likes. With no interest in a husband, Lady Mary is perfectly content to remain in Derbyshire for the rest of her days. However, Mary's parents have other ideas...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult audiobook -
Mr. Darcy's Household: A Pride and Prejudice Novella Variation by Lyr Newton
Rated: 4.20 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsIt is the summer of 1811 and dark clouds overshadow the beauty and peace of Pemberley.Fitzwilliam Darcy is fighting to protect his sister’s honour and reputation, after her attempt to elope with the scoundrel George Wickham. He has brought her home to Derbyshire, where he hopes she can heal the wounds of her soul and regain her spirit... -
Artemisia: a Regency novel in the tradition of Jane Austen by D.G. Rampton
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsA fun confection with a romantic spirit and droll English characters. You forget yourself, your lordship. You have no rights to allow or disallow anything I may choose to do...Categorized as:
regency industrial-era historical-fiction humor literary-fiction historical fiction female-mc -
Chastity by Beverley Watts
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsIn this funny Regency romance series, the Shackleford sisters descend on a Regency society that doesn’t know what’s hit it…In the eyes of her family, Chastity Shackleford was impulsive, flighty, overly emotional and inclined to sentimental overtures. All in all, a disaster waiting to happen should she accept the Duke of Blackmore’s offer of a Season in London... -
-
Disappointed Hopes by Cassandra Grafton, Cass Grafton
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsInspired by Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice, A Fair Prospect is a tale of Darcy and Elizabeth. (Please note: this is one story told across three volumes and there is, therefore, no conclusion to the storylines in the first two volumes... -
Unintended: A Pride and Prejudice Accident by Alix James, Nicole Clarkston
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsWhat if... the person who caught you in your most embarrassing moment is also the one your heart was meant to find? It was never supposed to happen. Elizabeth Bennet never planned to get trapped in a ridiculous situation, and she certainly never intended for the person who found her to be a dizzyingly handsome... tall... and odiously haughty man who seems to regret ever meeting her...Categorized as:
classics historical-fiction humor industrial-era literary-fiction regency adult anthologies -
Desperate Measures by Cassandra Grafton, Cass Grafton
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsA Fair Prospect is a story inspired by Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice.(Please note: this is one story told across three volumes and there is, therefore, no conclusion to the storylines in the first two volumes. This story is rated PG)Volume III, Desperate Measures, concludes the story begun in Disappointed Hopes (Vol I) and continued in Darcy's Dilemma (Vol II)... -
Darcy's Deliverance: A Pride and Prejudice Variation by Carolyn Whyte
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsThis book is the conclusion of Darcy's Denial. Those who have not read Darcy's Denial may wish to avoid reading the description below.Darcy's Deliverance---------Following Elizabeth Bennet's marriage to Richard Fitzwilliam, Mr Darcy embarks for the New World in order to forget the only woman he has ever loved... -
Yuletide Happily Ever After II: An Original Regency Romance Christmas Collection by Anna Bradley, Jenna Jaxon
Rated: 4.17 of 5 stars · 6 ratingsSix heartwarming holiday novellas packed into this beautiful Regency Romance anthology. Light a fire, grab a cup of tea, and curl up beneath a warm quilt as you immerse yourself in a different era; one of romance, love and the spirit of Christmas...Categorized as:
industrial-era regency historical-fiction humor romantic-love historical anthologies fiction -
Or - use our amazing romance book finder to get recommendations based on your favorite content tropes and themes. Mix and match at will.