Mr Darcy’s Secret-Inspiration and an Extract – Jane Odiwe

When I was writing Mr. Darcy’s Secret I was lucky enough to take a trip to Derbyshire for inspiration and research. In my book Elizabeth Bennet’s aunt, Mrs. Gardiner, has a friend, Mrs. Butler, who lives in Lambton. We know, of course, that Mrs. Gardiner lived in Lambton herself once upon a time so I [...]

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Lake Winandermere in Mr Darcy’s Secret

It’s just over a fortnight to go before Mr Darcy’s Secret launch – I can’t quite believe it, but it won’t be long before I shall be able to hold my ‘new baby’!When I was researching the book and thinking about the plot, I very much wanted to make Lizzy’s dream of visiting the Lakes [...]

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