Letter Interrupted Audiobook

Excerpt: “Lizzy, do you want to wear my pearl necklace?” Mrs. Gardiner had a lovely gold chain with three pearl drops dangling from different points at the end. It was very elegant and the only fine jewelry Mrs. Gardiner had brought with them. “Do you not wish to wear it?” “I think it more important that you look impeccable this evening, do you not agree?” Elizabeth flushed at the knowing look in her eyes and said, “Thank you, Aunt. I believe you are correct.” Mrs. Gardiner nodded and checked the maid’s work, then dismissed her and latched the necklace around Elizabeth’s neck herself. “You seem to have enjoyed your ride with Mr. Darcy today,” she said. “Yes, it was enjoyable. He told me all about the area. Did you know the river running through the town originates in a Scottish loch?” Mrs. Gardiner shot her a look in the mirror. “As a matter of fact, I did. Did you know that Mr. Darcy is terribly in love with you?” Elizabeth flushed and lowered her eyes. “As a matter of fact, I did.” “You have been very sly, Lizzy.” “I did not mean to be, Aunt, honestly. When I last saw him in April, we had a terrible quarrel, and I did not think his affection could withstand such an insult. I was very surprised by his behavior when we arrived.” “That much was clear. But my dear, if it is truly love, and not some silly infatuation, a quarrel will not destroy it. Amends may need to be made, but it can be done, and the love can be all the stronger for it.” “You are wise, aunt. I suppose now would be the time to tell you that Mr. Darcy has asked to court me and eventually make his proposals.” Mrs. Gardiner’s eyes widened comically. “Oh, Lizzy. Truly?” “Yes, Aunt. Truly.” Her aunt sank onto the bed, her expression dazed. Finally, after another minute of silence, she stood and said, “You must definitely wear the pearls, and my new gloves as well.” “That is not necessary, Aunt. My gloves are perfectly serviceable.” “Elizabeth,” said her aunt sternly. “This is Pemberley. Serviceable will not do.”   Tropes & Themes in this book: ✔️ Second chance at love ✔️ Wealthy meets penniless ✔️ Couple solving problems together ✔️ Unintended consequences The Elopement Project is a collection of stand-alone novellas that explore what would happen if Lydia’s elopement were handled differently.