Whispers of Pemberley is a trilogy where each book stands on its own as a romance novel, yet the stories are interconnected through direct or subtle nods to Jane Austen's literature and characters.The inaugural volume, Elizabeth and Darcy 1800, is a variation of Pride and Prejudice - a creative twist setting the foundation for the series. In this adaptation, Elizabeth Bennet embarks on a journey as a writer, a path illuminated and supported by her eventual spouse, Fitzwilliam Darcy, echoing the life and struggles of Jane Austen herself.The subsequent volumes, while maintaining the iconic names of the main characters, Elizabeth and Darcy, explore the lives of individuals from the 1900s and 2000s, bound by a singular commonality - their admiration for Jane Austen's oeuvre. In each story, an Elizabeth and a Darcy are brought together through an extraordinary twist of fate, celebrating the enduring life of Austen's world across the centuries.Elizabeth and u0026 Darcy 1800 was published a few years ago under the title Dedicated to Mr Darcy.The story brings nothing new to the readers who have already purchased or read it. Still, it is a diverting start for those who want to explore the whole series.From the outset, this variation of Pride and Prejudice was intended to be part of a series inspired by and dedicated to Jane Austen.Florence Gold delved deep into Jane Austen's life and work, arriving at an intriguing conclusion shared by millions of fans. This extraordinary lady, besides being one of the creators of the modern English novel, also crafted a comprehensive map of human nature. Even after centuries and amidst all the developments we have witnessed, our lives are comprised of the same events, endeavours, and predicaments. We react to love in the same way, we gossip in the same manner, and ultimately, we are all characters in Jane Austen's world, whether it be the 19th, 20th, or 21st century.The series commences with this novel, depicting the beginnings of Jane Austen, the writer.An unexpected variation, Elizabeth and u0026 Darcy 1800, entwines Jane Austen's literary biography with the destiny of one of her most accomplished characters, Elizabeth Bennet.Our beloved Elizabeth decides to pursue writing not long after rejecting Mr Darcy's proposal. While unconventional for a woman in the 1800s, much like her creator, Jane Austen, Elizabeth defies the era's prejudices to fulfil her dreams. However, unlike Jane Austen, love awaits her at the end of her journey.Amidst the challenging period of discovering her love for the man she once despised, Elizabeth embarks on a quest that could bring her happiness and literary glory. Darcy succeeds in aiding his beloved lady in achieving her dream of marrying for love while pursuing her dream of becoming an author.Full of humour, joy, and delightful plot twists, this novel invites readers to rediscover Jane Austen's arduous journey to becoming a writer in a man's world.However, one thing remains evident - without her father's education and Mr Darcy's acceptance of her wild nature, nothing could have been accomplished.This first novel sets the foundation for the next two books in the series with a dialogue between Elizabeth and Darcy."I hope," she said, "that in a century, an Elizabeth - a descendant of our family - will study at Oxford and choose her profession long before thinking of marriage.""And in two centuries?" he wanted to know.