Pride & Prejudice Book Club Podcast

This week on The Pride and Prejudice Book Club, we took a fun detour from the books and watched the 2008 mini-series Lost in Austen! 🎬

Alicia and Emilie both really enjoyed this quirky time-travel twist, where a modern-day fan swaps places with Elizabeth Bennet. Emilie especially appreciated how the show took Austen fandom seriously, even while keeping things light and fun. Alicia, on the other hand, loved the humor and lightheartedness—though she had to resist thinking too hard about the plot holes!

In this episode, we chat about our favorite moments, laugh over some of the more outrageous plot twists, and dive into the ways Lost in Austen played with fan expectations. Of course, there are a few tangents along the way!

So join us for this lighthearted, reality-bending discussion, and let us know what you thought of the series!

Talk at ya later!

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Is Emilie’s enjoyment of modern variations tied to their length? We're beginning to think so—this week on the podcast, we're diving into Cat Andrews' Sanctuary trilogy, a modern variation that rivals Melanie Rachel’s Headstrong series in length.

This modern variation offers fresh storylines while indulging in deep relationship explorations, with some twists and turns we don't expect along the way. The characters are reminiscent of Pride and Prejudice, but we discuss in this episode that they really don't bear a strong resemblance to the originals by Jane Austen—and we're okay with that!

Join us as we discuss the nuances of relationships, the fine line between asking for and demanding forgiveness, and...brownies (trust us, it’ll make sense when you listen).

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Tune in and enjoy!

Happy fall, Book Clubbers!

We're taking a break this (American) holiday weekend, so we're pulling once of our favorite variations out of the archives for you to enjoy: Side By Side, Apart by Ann Galvia. If you haven't read this one yet, now is your chance!

We'll be back soon with more stories, interviews, and side tangents for you to enjoy.

Talk at you later!

-Alicia & Emilie

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This week on the podcast, we explore Death Takes a Holiday at Pemberley, a unique and low-angst sequel to Pride and Prejudice that blends elements from Death Takes a Holiday and Heaven Can Wait.

After a near-death experience, Darcy discovers that his life was saved by an Angel of Death, who now needs his help as a tour guide on Earth. But when the angel seems unusually interested in Elizabeth, and with a scheming Lady Catherine and a house full of party guests that each bring their own issues, the story unfolds into an intriguing and engaging read.

We also delve into how rare it is for books to show happy marriages after characters say "I do," and the significance of those stories when we navigate our own "Happily Ever After."

Enjoy!

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This week, we’re thrilled to welcome a special guest to the podcast: Jessica Evans, the talented author behind The Muse. 🌟

In this episode, we dive into conversation with Jessica about her creative journey, the inspiration behind The Muse (hint: it's not just P&P!), and what she would do differently if she was writing the book today—twenty years after it was originally written. 

Whether you’re a fan of The Muse or just curious about the creative forces behind compelling JAFF, this interview is one you won’t want to miss!

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Surprise! Welcome to our first episode released on the same day a book is released, and we're so excited that we're starting with Amy D'Orazio's Cursing Mr. Darcy!

Fair warning - we know most of you haven't read the book yet, so beware of SPOILERS!

A variation with a very distinct fairy tale flavor, Cursing Mr. Darcy prominently features some non-canon characters while still keeping our interest with sweet scenes of Darcy and Elizabeth falling in love. A few of our favorite themes—forgiveness and what it means to love—are explored, and we have lots of thoughts to share!

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In this week’s episode, we discuss "Reverie and Rancour" by S.E. Granger, a compelling take on the forced marriage trope. The story places Elizabeth and Darcy in an unfortunate situation that leads to an arranged marriage—a plot point that provokes some strong reactions.

Alicia, who wasn’t a fan of this trope the last time we encountered it, questions Darcy's redemption arc. Emilie agrees that Darcy’s actions are jerky, but ultimately takes a light hearted view, leading her to question what that says about her!

If you enjoy episodes where Emilie and Alicia don't see eye to eye, this one's for you!

(Just a heads up, while the majority of the discussion is lighthearted and fun, we do discuss emotional abuse on this episode. If that's not your jam, feel free to skip around a bit!)

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Are you ready for a special BONUS episode? There was so much to unpack in An Ever Fixed Mark, one episode didn't feel like enough! And to mix things up even further, we asked a friend to join in the fun 😁

Elizabeth Adams kindly hopped on a zoom call to discuss alllll the things with Emilie—from analyzing how "Stornoway" is pronounced to admiring the way grief and emotion are deftly handled by the author. 

Sit back, relax, and enjoy this special bonus conversation with Elizabeth Adams!

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It's time for our first real foray into the world of Pride and Prejudice fan fiction! It only took us 60+ episodes to get here...

We read "An Ever Fixed Mark" on Archive of Our Own (AO3) by user AMarguerite, and...just, wow! Emilie has been a bit hesitant to dive into fan fiction, but this story makes a strong case for jumping in.

Quick summary: everyone gets a soul mark when they turn 16, and Elizabeth's reads "Fitzwilliam," so when she goes to Rosings Park she is delighted to meet Col. Fitzwilliam, who just happens to have "Bennet" on his wrist. They get married (gasp!), despite some objections from Darcy, and then the story evolves from there. It is full of romance, humor, and deep philosophy, which we can't wait to talk about on the pod!

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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.

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We try something new on the podcast this week with our very first discussion about an *audio only* sequel to Pride and Prejudice—Mrs. Wickham, by Sarah Page. This short story is from the point of view of Lydia as she navigates life with her wastrel husband far from the safety and security of home. When she decides to take control of her life (as much as she is able), her situation begins to improve, including her romantic relationship with her husband!

It's a fun change from our normal Elizabeth and Darcy-centric tales, but don't worry! We still have plenty of discussions around whether or not we should expect individuals to change, the ethics of "favorite" children, and shame culture in modern society. (Don't worry...it's a fun episode, we promise!)

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🎵 Music Credit: Pride & Prejudice Book Club Theme composed, performed, and arranged by Megan Mason.

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