Austen Series Series by Debra White Smith

First Impressions revealed the soul of Austen's Pride and Prejudice, Now, echoing the themes in Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility, Debra White Smith crafts a delightful, contemporary story about passion and love. When Ted arrives, Elaina assumes he can't be interested in her. But Ted surprises her. Attracted by his charming personality, Elaina dreams about love. But then comes shocking news. Has she made a mistake? The handsome Willis hints at engagement.. moreFirst Impressions revealed the soul of Austen's Pride and Prejudice, Now, echoing the themes in Jane Austen's Sense and Sensibility, Debra White Smith crafts a delightful, contemporary story about passion and love. When Ted arrives, Elaina assumes he can't be interested in her. But Ted surprises her. Attracted by his charming personality, Elaina dreams about love. But then comes shocking news. Has she made a mistake? The handsome Willis hints at engagement...and Elaina's sister, Anna, is delighted. But when he is called away, he doesn't leave a forwarding address. Brokenhearted, Anna falls into depression. Will she love again? Readers will be enraptured by this story about the joys and follies of infatuation and how faith in God reveals true love. less

First Impressions, book #1 in Debra White Smith�s Austen series, sold more than 30,000 copies in four months! Now Central Park follows with an intriguing, modern�day story based on Jane Austen�s Mansfield Park. Ethan Summers captivates Francine�s youthful heart. Drawn together by a love of learning, they become friends. But Francine dreams that Ethan will return her love. When the beautiful Lylleth appears, Francine is dismayed that Ethan falls under her spell... moreFirst Impressions, book #1 in Debra White Smith�s Austen series, sold more than 30,000 copies in four months! Now Central Park follows with an intriguing, modern�day story based on Jane Austen�s Mansfield Park. Ethan Summers captivates Francine�s youthful heart. Drawn together by a love of learning, they become friends. But Francine dreams that Ethan will return her love. When the beautiful Lylleth appears, Francine is dismayed that Ethan falls under her spell. When a wealthy man comes calling, Francine recognizes his lack of morals and rejects him. Pressured by her uncle to accept such a fortuitous match, Francine cries out to God. Will she marry someone she doesn�t love? Will Ethan discover what true love is in time to intervene? less

Debra White Smith (more than 1 million books in print) presents book #4 in her popular Austen series. Based on Jane Austen�s Northanger Abbey, Northpointe Chalet focuses on the scatterbrained but independent Kathy Moore who opens a coffee shop in a small town in Colorado. When Ron and his sister, Liza, come by, Ron is attracted to Kathy. Oblivious to romance, Kathy enjoys their friendship. Kathy�s brother, Sam, and Liza start dating, and naturally the four of them socialize... moreDebra White Smith (more than 1 million books in print) presents book #4 in her popular Austen series. Based on Jane Austen�s Northanger Abbey, Northpointe Chalet focuses on the scatterbrained but independent Kathy Moore who opens a coffee shop in a small town in Colorado. When Ron and his sister, Liza, come by, Ron is attracted to Kathy. Oblivious to romance, Kathy enjoys their friendship. Kathy�s brother, Sam, and Liza start dating, and naturally the four of them socialize. Then Ben arrives, and there�s instant rapport with Kathy...to Ron�s chagrin and Liza and Sam�s ire. In Kathy�s life, the line between the mysteries she reads and reality sometimes blurs. Discovering that Ben�s mother died mysteriously, Kathy investigates. Tension mounts as suspicion interferes with her relationship with Ben. less

"Amanda, "Book #5 in Debra White Smith's Austen Series, is a delightful contemporary novel set in Australia that captures the wit and humor of Jane Austen's "Emma." Amanda is a bit bored--until she meets Haley and decides that with a little sprucing up, she would be the perfect wife for the local pastor. Amanda's plan is falling into place when she discovers that Haley is dating Roger...and Pastor Eldridge is seeing someone else... more"Amanda, "Book #5 in Debra White Smith's Austen Series, is a delightful contemporary novel set in Australia that captures the wit and humor of Jane Austen's "Emma." Amanda is a bit bored--until she meets Haley and decides that with a little sprucing up, she would be the perfect wife for the local pastor. Amanda's plan is falling into place when she discovers that Haley is dating Roger...and Pastor Eldridge is seeing someone else. Not to be thwarted, she steers Haley toward newcomer Frederick West. But when Haley is attracted to Nathaniel, why is Amanda's heart suddenly anxious? Readers will love this lively tale of plans gone awry, affection in unexpected places, and the power of faith and love. less

Bestselling author Debra White Smith's popular Austen series has a new addition--a contemporary story based on Jane Austen's "Persuasion." " " Allie Ellen is the daughter of a respected, wealthy southern family who owns a plantation. Frederick Wently has no money and plans to join the Air Force. When the two meet, they feel a deep attraction. But Allie's unsentimental aunt dissuades her from the relationship--so when Frederick proposes, Allie runs off... moreBestselling author Debra White Smith's popular Austen series has a new addition--a contemporary story based on Jane Austen's "Persuasion." " " Allie Ellen is the daughter of a respected, wealthy southern family who owns a plantation. Frederick Wently has no money and plans to join the Air Force. When the two meet, they feel a deep attraction. But Allie's unsentimental aunt dissuades her from the relationship--so when Frederick proposes, Allie runs off. Years later, Allie and Frederick find themselves in the same city once again. But other love interests and Frederick's bitterness from their earlier break up may keep them apart. Will forgiveness and hope erase the memories of the past in time for Allie and Frederick to have a future? less