Confessions and Convictions

What if their love story began a little differently? Elizabeth Bennet has always prided herself on her wit and charm, but when illness keeps her from attending the Meryton assembly, she never crosses paths with Mr. Darcy—at least not until much later. With no opportunity for Darcy to slight her pride, fate takes a different turn. At a dinner aimed at fostering Jane's romance with Mr. Bingley, Elizabeth finds herself unexpectedly caught in the gaze of Mr. Darcy, whose attentions leave her intrigued, but unsatisfied as he takes himself from Netherfield shortly after. During a visit to Hunsford reunites Elizabeth with the aloof gentleman, further kindling her growing feelings. But when she overhears a conversation between Mr. Darcy and his cousin, Colonel Fitzwilliam, Elizabeth's budding hopes are dashed. Convinced that Darcy's heart belongs to another, she faces heartbreak—and the possibility that the love she desires might be forever out of reach. In this sweet and clean Pride and Prejudice variation, can Elizabeth and Darcy overcome misunderstandings to find their way to each other, or will love slip through their fingers? This 25,000 word novella is for all ages of fans of Our Dear Couple and everything Pride and Prejudice.