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Pride and Premeditation: A Jane Austen Murder Mystery

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Pride and Premeditation is a Jane Austen murder mystery novel by Tirzah Price. It was published in 2009 and is the first in a series of four books. The novel is set in the Regency era and features Elizabeth Bennet, Mr. Darcy, and other characters from Austen's Pride and Prejudice.

Pride and Premeditation (Jane Austen Murder Mysteries 1)

Pride and Premeditation (Jane Austen Murder Mysteries Book 1)

by Tirzah Price

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
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The story begins when Elizabeth Bennet is invited to visit her friend Charlotte Lucas at Pemberley, Mr. Darcy's estate. While there, she witnesses a murder and becomes embroiled in the investigation. With the help of Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth sets out to find the killer and bring them to justice.

Pride and Premeditation is a well-written and engaging murder mystery. Price does a great job of capturing the characters and setting of Pride and Prejudice, and she creates a believable and suspenseful plot. The novel is a must-read for fans of Jane Austen and murder mysteries.

Characters

Elizabeth Bennet: A clever and independent young woman who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation.
Mr. Darcy: A wealthy and proud landowner who helps Elizabeth investigate the murder.
Charlotte Lucas: Elizabeth's friend who invites her to Pemberley.
Mr. Wickham: A charming but untrustworthy man who is suspected of murder.
Lady Catherine de Bourgh: Mr. Darcy's aunt, who is a formidable and overbearing woman.

Setting

Pride and Premeditation is set in the Regency era, a period of British history that lasted from 1811 to 1820. The novel is set in the countryside of Derbyshire, England. The main setting is Pemberley, Mr. Darcy's estate. Pemberley is a large and imposing house that is surrounded by beautiful gardens.

Plot

The novel begins when Elizabeth Bennet is invited to visit her friend Charlotte Lucas at Pemberley. While there, she witnesses a murder. The victim is Mr. Wickham, a charming but untrustworthy man who is suspected of having an affair with Mr. Darcy's sister, Georgiana.

Elizabeth is shocked and horrified by the murder, and she sets out to find the killer. With the help of Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth investigates the murder and uncovers a web of secrets and lies.

The investigation leads Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy to suspect several people, including Mr. Wickham's wife, Lydia, and Lady Catherine de Bourgh. As Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy get closer to the truth, they must also face their own feelings for each other.

Themes

Pride and Premeditation explores several themes, including:

* The nature of pride and prejudice: The novel shows how pride and prejudice can lead to misunderstandings and conflict. Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy are both proud and prejudiced, and this initially prevents them from seeing each other clearly. However, as they get to know each other better, they learn to overcome their pride and prejudice and see each other for who they truly are. * The importance of justice: The novel shows the importance of justice and the need to bring criminals to justice. Elizabeth is determined to find the killer of Mr. Wickham, and she will not rest until the killer is caught. * The power of love: The novel shows the power of love to overcome obstacles. Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy's love for each other helps them to overcome their pride and prejudice and to find happiness together.

Pride and Premeditation (Jane Austen Murder Mysteries Book 1)

by Tirzah Price

4.3 out of 5