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    The Governess: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
    The Governess: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
    The Governess: A Pride and Prejudice Variation
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    The Governess: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

    By Tara Carlisle

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    Can love truly conquer all?

     

    After a series of unexpected events befall the Bennet family, Elizabeth accepts a position as a governess for the wealthy Vallencomb family. While they seem to be perfect at first glance, it becomes clear that all is not what it seems in the stately old manor. With the help of an unlikely ally, Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy, Elizabeth makes it her mission to set things right for the Vallencombs… before it is too late.


    The Governess is Pride and Prejudice variation filled with drama, romance, and twists and turns you will never anticipate! Get your copy today and fall in love with ODC all over again…

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDaisy Chain Publishing
    Release dateFeb 13, 2023
    ISBN9798215498552
    The Governess: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

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      The Governess - Tara Carlisle

      The Governess

      THE GOVERNESS

      A PRIDE AND PREJUDICE VARIATION

      TARA CARLISLE

      Daisy Chain Publishing

      Copyright © 2023 by Daisy Chain Publishing

      All rights reserved.

      No portion of this book may be reproduced in any form without written permission from the publisher or author, except as permitted by U.S. copyright law.

      CONTENTS

      Chapter 1

      Elizabeth

      Chapter 2

      Darcy

      Chapter 3

      Elizabeth

      Chapter 4

      Darcy

      Chapter 5

      Elizabeth

      Chapter 6

      Darcy

      Chapter 7

      Elizabeth

      Chapter 8

      Darcy

      Chapter 9

      Elizabeth

      Chapter 10

      Darcy

      Chapter 11

      Elizabeth

      Chapter 12

      Darcy

      Chapter 13

      Elizabeth

      Chapter 14

      Darcy

      Epilogue

      Coming Soon…

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      CHAPTER 1

      ELIZABETH

      As Elizabeth Bennet took her first steps toward Vallencomb Manor, she allowed herself the luxury of one last deep breath before she knocked on the front door. When she accepted the position as governess for the Vallencomb children, she knew she would be living in one of the finest homes in Lambton. But she never anticipated anything like what lay before her.

      The stunning, expansive estate was surrounded by a lush green lawn. The smell of wildflowers from the field in the distance wafted in the air. Elizabeth walked across the emerald grass, the soft blades bending beneath her feet. She climbed the steps, feeling a nervous knot form deep in the pit of her stomach, and knocked.

      It took only seconds for a butler to answer. He was as tall as the columns out front and his cheery smile made Elizabeth feel right at home.

      Miss Bennet, what a pleasure to meet you. Please, come into the parlor. I am to escort you to Mrs. Vallencomb.

      Elizabeth accepted the servant's outstretched arm, allowing him to lead her through a magnificent double doorway into a large, cozy room. It was decorated in a cheery yellow with a dark maroon trim and a blazing fire burned in the fireplace. Everywhere she looked, there was evidence that the Vallencombs, while a family of considerable means, were also as thick as thieves.

      The butler gestured for Elizabeth to sit on the sofa.

      If you would wait here, Mrs. Vallencomb will be here shortly. If you need anything in the meantime, my name is Mr. Kemp. Welcome to Vallencomb Manor.

      Mr. Kemp left Elizabeth to explore the parlor while she waited for the lady of the house. Like most parlors, the room was an extension of the formal dining room. A glossy mahogany table was spread with a gold damask cloth and set for tea. The china was porcelain and adorned with the Vallencomb family crest. Silver teapots sparkled in the center of the table.

      Elizabeth admired the room before her eyes were drawn to the portrait of a woman painted above the fireplace. She was striking with dark hair and eyes that beamed with life. Mrs. Vallencomb, no doubt. The portrait was quite remarkable with its rich, dark colors and bold strokes.

      Elizabeth rose from the sofa, hoping to get a better look and was amazed to notice that Mrs. Vallencomb was at the door.

      She was even more beautiful than the painting.

      Do you enjoy art? she asked in an accent that Elizabeth did not recognize.

      I love it. Your portrait was done by a very talented painter, she replied.

      Mrs. Vallencomb smiled. The painter has had a very successful career in Bath for the past few years.

      His work is outstanding.

      When the two ladies were seated, a young woman poured them tea and

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