Instincts and Affection

Name: Instincts and Affection
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Author: Lydia Fairfax

A 'Pride and Prejudice' Variation Novella

Lydia Fairfax

ATTENTION: This is the Second Edition of Instincts & Affection. The novel has been lightly revised, with improved formatting, polished prose, and enhancements to selected scenes. However, the story and overall plot remain unchanged from the original edition. If you have previously read or purchased this book, please note that this is not a new variation. A special bonus preview is included at the end of this edition.

Their dogs have chosen each other. Unfortunately, their owners are another matter entirely.

Elizabeth Bennet has never quite forgiven Mr. Darcy for insulting her at the Meryton assembly. Proud, disagreeable, and determined to avoid the society of Hertfordshire whenever possible, he is the very last gentleman she could imagine willingly spending her time with.

Her spirited spaniel, Pippin, apparently disagrees.

When Pippin takes an immediate and inexplicable liking to Mr. Darcy's dignified greyhound, Apollo, Elizabeth finds herself repeatedly thrown into the company of the one man she would much rather avoid. Worse still, Apollo seems every bit as devoted to Pippin.

Soon, separating the two dogs becomes nearly impossible.

And Meryton notices.

Before long, canine affection gives way to human speculation, and Elizabeth and Darcy find themselves the unwilling subjects of neighbourhood amusement. Elizabeth is determined that Pippin's questionable taste will have absolutely no influence upon her own. Darcy is equally certain that the attachment between their dogs signifies nothing whatsoever about their masters.

If only Pippin and Apollo would cooperate.

But with every unexpected meeting, every ridiculous predicament, and every moment spent in one another's company, Elizabeth begins to discover that the proud Mr. Darcy may not be quite the man she believed him to be.

And Darcy finds resisting Elizabeth Bennet considerably more difficult than resisting her dog.

Two devoted dogs. Two stubborn owners. And one attachment neither Darcy nor Elizabeth intended.

Instincts & Affection is a sweet and clean Pride and Prejudice variation filled with witty exchanges, canine mischief, lively Bennet family moments, romance, misunderstandings, and a touch of heartfelt angst. And, as always, Darcy and Elizabeth will find their happily ever after.

Plus, this Second Edition includes a surprise bonus inside: the prologue and first four chapters of another Pride and Prejudice variation for you to enjoy.