Magical Regency Series by Sarah L. McConkie, Jae Wiley, Grace J. Croy, MeLisa Stone

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a Mage in possession of a vast fortune and refined magical abilities must be in want of a wife.Yet High Mage Darkwood of Pemberley has no intention of marriage upon his arrival at Netherfield, especially not to the lowly Miss Cassia Retton. Accustomed to always getting his way, frustration reigns when his magical power against Cassia has no effect... moreIt is a truth universally acknowledged that a Mage in possession of a vast fortune and refined magical abilities must be in want of a wife.Yet High Mage Darkwood of Pemberley has no intention of marriage upon his arrival at Netherfield, especially not to the lowly Miss Cassia Retton. Accustomed to always getting his way, frustration reigns when his magical power against Cassia has no effect.Cassia Retton puts little stake in inherited magical abilities until she travels to Rosings Park, and everything changes. Perhaps it is the very land she stands on. Or is it the proximity to the awful High Mage Darkwood that brings out...something in her?When Cassia's family falls to ruin, and she's confronted with the scariest opposition of her life, will Cassia abandon what she's always believed and summon her power within? And if she does, who will stand by her in the end?If you relish Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice or enjoy fantasy novels like Robin McKinley's, this book is for you.Power and Prestige is Book 1 in the Fantasy Austen Retellings series. Each book in the series is a standalone work and can be read in any order. less

Depend upon it: a lucky guess is never merely luck.Ember Woadley's life is perfect. Fresh off the success of a romantic match she orchestrated for a friend, she wastes no time planning her next project.Her magical ability to sense others' emotions will help in this endeavor. After all, her subtle meddling does nothing but improve the lives of everyone around her. Forget what Mage Gideon Noughton says—he never likes any of her ideas... moreDepend upon it: a lucky guess is never merely luck.Ember Woadley's life is perfect. Fresh off the success of a romantic match she orchestrated for a friend, she wastes no time planning her next project.Her magical ability to sense others' emotions will help in this endeavor. After all, her subtle meddling does nothing but improve the lives of everyone around her. Forget what Mage Gideon Noughton says—he never likes any of her ideas.When her father relapses into a mysterious illness, Ember's idyllic life is thrown into turmoil. Add in a delightful new friend, a charming rogue, and some magical misadventures, and Ember wonders if she's as in control of things as she always believed.Things are about to get a lot more exciting in Highbury.If you like your romance with a dash of magic and a few hijinks, then get ready for Ember, part of the Magical Regency series, which can be read in any order. less

A man does not recover from such a devotion to such a woman. He ought not; he does not.Mistress Evaine Elloch feels as if she lives in the shadow of her beautiful and magically gifted older sister until she meets handsome, but penniless, Mage Lieutenant Wynterval. Her family is against the unsuitable match and she is persuaded to break off their short engagement. Seven years later, with little beauty, weak magic, and no romantic prospects, she meets him once again... moreA man does not recover from such a devotion to such a woman. He ought not; he does not.Mistress Evaine Elloch feels as if she lives in the shadow of her beautiful and magically gifted older sister until she meets handsome, but penniless, Mage Lieutenant Wynterval. Her family is against the unsuitable match and she is persuaded to break off their short engagement. Seven years later, with little beauty, weak magic, and no romantic prospects, she meets him once again. Now a wealthy Mage Captain, he is indifferent to her, but she loves him still. In the midst of her turmoil, an unexpected opportunity to speak with her deceased grandmother helps her understand that her magic isn’t useless as she believes. While still struggling with her new abilities, she leaves for Bath where she meets her cousin, Mage Elloch. He is a powerful mage with a secret agenda and an unknown power that threatens the safety of everyone she loves. With the help of Mage Captain Wynterval, can they stop Mage Elloch before he manages to keep them apart forever?Intuition is a magical retelling of Jane Austen’s novel Persuasion. All books in the Magical Regency series are stand-alone novels and may be read in any order. less

"Sense will always have attractions for me.”Whether Avalyn is sensible or not, whether she falls in love or not, does not matter. Matrimony isn’t in her future, and when the beautiful Miss Owian befriends her, Avalyn knows for certain she shouldn’t have let her heart wish for Mr. Andred. Lilla’s magic makes everything she feels burst out of her, in broken windows or flares of fire... more"Sense will always have attractions for me.”Whether Avalyn is sensible or not, whether she falls in love or not, does not matter. Matrimony isn’t in her future, and when the beautiful Miss Owian befriends her, Avalyn knows for certain she shouldn’t have let her heart wish for Mr. Andred. Lilla’s magic makes everything she feels burst out of her, in broken windows or flares of fire. Why can’t she be sensible and keep her magic from overcoming her? She would wish her magic away in an instant, but could she survive the cost?Mr. Andred is haunted by what he has done. He wishes to change the past. Then, perhaps, he’d be worthy of the kind and sensible Avalyn Pellinore. When Avalyn’s life is in danger will he let his past overcome him and fail to do what he must to save her life? In Secrets and Splendor, Jane Austen’s beloved characters take a turn down a road of magic where polite Regency society merges with power and enchantment. Secrets and Splendor is Book 4 in the Fantasy Austen Retellings series. Each book in the series is a standalone work and can be read in any order. less

If adventures will not befall a young lady in her own village, she must seek them abroad.Ghosts have never worried Clarissa Eliwlod—that’s Ell-i-lud, like wood, thank you; it’s Welsh. After all, she sees them every day. She talks to them, too, and one has even taught her a rather naughty little ditty. In fact, the main character of her favorite novels wields the same power, and Claressa can only dream of becoming such a courageous heroine... moreIf adventures will not befall a young lady in her own village, she must seek them abroad.Ghosts have never worried Clarissa Eliwlod—that’s Ell-i-lud, like wood, thank you; it’s Welsh. After all, she sees them every day. She talks to them, too, and one has even taught her a rather naughty little ditty. In fact, the main character of her favorite novels wields the same power, and Claressa can only dream of becoming such a courageous heroine. Then, on a trip to Bath she meets a handsome, dashing young man who makes her think adventures are not always limited to books. She jumps at the opportunity to visit his family’s home, not realizing what awaits her at Northanger Abbey.Ghosts and secrets are only the beginning. Before long, Claressa is in well over her head at Northanger. And if she can’t solve these mysteries, the cost will be dear. It’s not only her life at stake anymore, but the lives of those she has come to love with all her heart.If you like romance, magic, and ghostly apparitions, then Northanger Haunting is right up your alley. Northanger Haunting is part of the Magical Regency series, which can be read in any order. less

He will make her happy, but she will make him everything. As the poor relation living off of her uncle’s charity, Bronwyn experiences the magic, elegance, and good society found at Mansfield Park from a distance. Though she finds being her aunt's companion tedious and boring, it does allow her to keep tight control over her magic. The magic she has refused to use since the tragic incident that drove her from her home and family in Portsmouth... moreHe will make her happy, but she will make him everything. As the poor relation living off of her uncle’s charity, Bronwyn experiences the magic, elegance, and good society found at Mansfield Park from a distance. Though she finds being her aunt's companion tedious and boring, it does allow her to keep tight control over her magic. The magic she has refused to use since the tragic incident that drove her from her home and family in Portsmouth. The orderly existence she has come to depend on is spoiled with the arrival of Rion and Lynessa Torr at the Mansfield parsonage. As love and trouble wrap around the young people at the Park, will Bronwyn have the strength to keep her emotional magic locked away or will she find the courage to open her heart and mind to new possibilities?Bronwyn is a magical retelling of Jane Austen’s novel Mansfield Park. All books in the Magical Regency series are stand-alone novels and may be read in any order. less