The Widower of Pemberley: An Elizabeth and Darcy Story (Mr. Underwood's Elizabeth & Darcy Stories)

Mr. Darcy must marry again.

His young daughter needs a mother, Pemberley needs an heir, and Darcy is determined not to repeat the disastrous mistakes of his first marriage. This time, he will choose a sensible, serious woman who is poor and plain. Someone who cannot tempt him to fall in love again.

Elizabeth Bennet is almost entirely unsuitable.

She is beautiful, lively, fond of company, and she stirs feelings that Darcy has sworn never to trust again. Yet she adores his daughter, and when Mr. Bennet’s sudden illness leaves Elizabeth facing marriage to Mr. Collins or ruin for her family, Darcy offers her another choice.

He promises security, honesty, and every comfort his fortune can provide. He does not promise love.

But a marriage founded upon duty may still lead to love and let Darcy’s battered heart heal.