She swore she would never forgive him. He decided he could not live without her regard. Elizabeth Bennet has no patience for proud men who mistake coldness for character. So when Fitzwilliam Darcy dismisses her within earshot of Meryton society, she files him away as arrogant, disagreeable, and entirely unworthy of a second thought. If fate insists on putting him in her path again, she will meet him with perfect civility and sharper wit... moreShe swore she would never forgive him. He decided he could not live without her regard. Elizabeth Bennet has no patience for proud men who mistake coldness for character. So when Fitzwilliam Darcy dismisses her within earshot of Meryton society, she files him away as arrogant, disagreeable, and entirely unworthy of a second thought. If fate insists on putting him in her path again, she will meet him with perfect civility and sharper wit. Darcy is certain he wants nothing to do with a lively country miss who refuses to be impressed. Yet Elizabeth’s quick mind and fearless honesty unsettle him in a way no accomplished beauty ever has. Each encounter becomes a contest of manners and meaning, and Darcy finds himself watching for her in every room, caught between irritation and an admiration he refuses to name. As Netherfield draws their circles closer together, Elizabeth’s sister becomes the subject of talk too sharp to ignore. A rumour takes hold. A charming officer offers sympathy too readily. A single careless mistake could stain the Bennet family beyond repair. Elizabeth refuses help from anyone who looks down on her, least of all Darcy. But Darcy is not as indifferent as he pretends. And when the cost of doing the right thing is his pride, his comfort, and his standing, he must decide what matters more: being above reproach, or being worthy of Elizabeth Bennet. less
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