Spells and Shadows: A Fantasy Pride and Prejudice Variation

A Fantasy Pride and Prejudice Variation

As a secret agent for the Mages' Council, Mr. Darcy investigates a necromancer who is leading his followers down a dark path. When they discover him, a fight and a chase drive Darcy-injured and close to death-into the river. He is rescued and healed by Elizabeth, a talented mage at the Longbourn estate. Darcy cannot help developing feelings for her, but he dares not reveal his true identity while the necromancer's creatures search for him.

Elizabeth Bennet is intrigued by the family's new guest as he recovers at Longbourn. But mystery surrounds the man, and strange happenings plague the neighborhood while he visits. Elizabeth herself harbors a secret that she cannot share with the handsome stranger.

When Darcy's enemies come calling, the Bennet family is caught in the crossfire. Worse, Elizabeth's magic draws the necromancer's particular interest. Darcy is falling in love with her and believes she returns his feelings, but the secret of his true identity could destroy their budding relationship-if they survive the upcoming danger.

Can Elizabeth and Darcy protect themselves and their families from the necromancer's plots? What will happen when learn each other's secrets? Can Elizabeth and Darcy's love survive when it is entangled in a web of secrets, spells, and shadows?