Elizabeth and the Beast: A Pride and Prejudice Variation

Can the beauty from Meryton tame the beast within Mr. Darcy in this enchanting retelling of a classic tale?
In the shadow of ruined Pemberley, Mr. Darcy hides a wounded heart. Scarred by tragedy and bitter with regret, he lives in seclusion with only loyal servants for company—until a stormy night strands Elizabeth Bennet and her family at his door. Despite his old friend Bingley's pleas, Darcy turns them away into the tempestuous night.
When a chance encounter threatens Elizabeth's reputation, Darcy proposes a solution neither a hasty marriage to protect her honor. Reluctantly, Elizabeth agrees, moving with her aunt into Pemberley's neglected halls.
As Darcy and Elizabeth navigate the complexities of their forced union, sparks of attraction ignite beneath the surface. Elizabeth sees past Darcy's scars to the man within, and with patience and love, she begins to unravel the mysteries of his troubled past.
But as an old foe reappears, Darcy must face his darkest fears or risk losing Elizabeth. Can he break the curse of his inner beast and learn to love again, or will he remain forever trapped in icy solitude?

Elizabeth and the Beast is a sweet and clean variation of Jane Austen’s timeless classic, Pride and Prejudice, and it’s above 60000 words long.