The Life and Times of Charlotte Lucas

A Pride and Prejudice Variation

By: AnnaMarie Wallace

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

Charlotte Lucas marries Mr. Collins, a man she can neither love nor respect, but what more can a plain-faced girl with no dowry hope for?

When Mr. Darcy and Colonel Fitzwilliam visit Lady Catherine, Charlotte and the Colonel conspire to help Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy reach an understanding before the visit ends. In the process, Charlotte falls in love with the Colonel, and learns that he cares for her as well! Alas, their love is doomed, as Charlotte is very much married.

When Mr. Bennet dies, Charlotte and Mr. Collins soon find themselves living at Longbourn. But life at Longbourn is far more complicated than they ever imagined, as Mrs. Bennet refuses to leave the house, and Lydia Bennet arrives on their doorstep very pregnant, but not married.

While the Darcys, the Bingley and the Gardiners do their best to help Charlotte deal with the troubles at Longbourn, it is ultimately up to Charlotte – plain, sensible Charlotte – to set things right.

This is a full-length novel of over 90,000 words.

Charlotte

This was a cute story line, not at all stressful and if was engaging. I’ll probably listen to it again

Pleasant Story

Enjoyable Pride and Prejudice spin off from the perspective of Charlotte Lucas. Only downside was the emotionless artificial narration. Bearable if listened to at 1.2x speed. I plan to “read” other novels from this author.

113 Chapters in 9 Hours

I keep trying new authors and new electronic "readers". Had this been a great story it might have been worth it. Alas, it was only average.

Closest to actual P&P “Life goes on” Entries!

Char, the Woman accomplished “Sow’s Ear into Silk Purse” per Eliz ref to Mr Collins. Just a marvelous con’t of Longbourne, Bennet’s et Al. Minus the wickedness & screeching, Fanny’s a bygone memory. In her stead are very wise choices & lives lived thoughtfully & w/ grace.

Really Interesting

This was a very good story. I loved reading about Charlotte. The virtual narration is unfortunate but I find I can handle it better if I listen to it on a faster speed..