I/41GlygWXdZL.jpg' alt='When The Duke Found Love' title='When The Duke Found Love' />My latest Regency novel Jane Austen Variations. Hello everybody. Im very busy writing a new Darcy and Elizabeth novel its an adventure story and Im having lots of fun with it, but since I havent posted for ages, I wanted to give you a wave and tell you what else Ive been doing. Im part of the Regency Romantics group which is based in the UK. Weve already published a few anthologies together. We write stories that are all sweet, traditional Regencies, more in the tradition of Georgette Heyer than the more raunchy Regency Historicals that are in vogue right now. The Duke of Weselton is the secondary antagonist of Disneys 2013 animated feature film Frozen. For a Better MIDI Karaoke Experience, Download Vanbasco MIDIKaraoke Player, This Player Is Free. Just Click On The Player. Define duke a sovereign male ruler of a continental European duchy duke in a sentence. All the authors are well established, best selling authors. Im thrilled to be part of the group, though, to be honest, I sometimes feel a bit daunted. Everyone else is very prolific, with more than 3. Im the newbie, with only 4 Regency novels to my name and very much a straggler. How do they do it Not only do they manage to come up with endless plot ideas, but they are very disciplined in their writing. And to make matters worse, I cant even claim to be the only Austenesque author in the group. Amanda Grange who is in the group but isnt in this particular anthology is the best selling author of Mr. Darcys Diary and several other very successful Austen related novels, while both Wendy Soliman and Fenella Miller have penned a few. Austenesque stories. So my one claim for fame in the group is eclipsed. Sigh. However, theres a big difference between being part of Regency Romantics and being part of Austen Variations and that is you. The Regency Romantics are not members of an online group like ours here at Austen Variations and at other Austenesque sites. There is nothing like being involved in the JAFF fiction community. Ive come to know so many people and have made so many special friends that its become an extension of my life. Being part of it is so very special, and Im really very fortunate and proud to belong to this wonderful fellowship of people brought together by the love of Jane Austen and Mr. Darcy, of course. Before I become start getting too emotional let me get back to my original plan, which was to introduce you to my latest Regency novel The Unexpected Duke. So without much ado, here is an excerpt from Chapter One. Blurb. A carriage accident, an inheritance, and broken promises. Isabella Chalmers has no intention of becoming a model wife, especially whena marriage of convenience means having to deal with a crumbling mansion and a disagreeable dukeLondon 1. Isabella Chalmers held back the curtain and stared at the street below. Every time a carriage rattled into Grosvenor Square, she stiffened, then relaxed when it didnt stop in front of the townhouse. The duke had sent an express from Liverpool saying he would be coming to London within a week, but of course, there was no predicting exactly when hed be here. It depended on the condition of the roads as well as the weather. As far as she was concerned, the later, the better. When The Duke Found Love' title='When The Duke Found Love' />She tried as hard as she could to bring up an image of the Duke of Silverston. She remembered a tall, gaunt man with hollow cheeks and cynical eyes. Hed had nice hands, she recalled, with long elegant fingers. Their acquaintance had been brief. Coupled with a painting of him as a ten year old child that hung on the landing overlooking the oak staircase, her recollection was hazy at best. She honestly didnt know if she would be able to pick him out in a crowd. Lord Alexander Penhurst, known to her since childhood as Penny, broke into her reverie. Come away from the window, Belle. It wont do to let the duke think youre flustered at his arrival. Better to seem in control of things. He was tucking into a plate piled full of breakfast food, oblivious to the turmoil she was experiencing. He was right, she thought, stepping back from the window. Still, she kept her hand on the curtain, alert to any sound from outside. I am in control of things. Penny chuckled, prompting Isabella to send him a resentful look. I dont know how you have the heart to eat under the circumstances. I cant believe youre just sitting there, munching away. You have the sensitivity of a toad. Dont you realize the impact this will have on my lifeYou know me all too well. Penny grinned, got up and helped himself to more kippers and baked eggs. Might as well make the best of it. Dont know if Ill be welcome anymore when the dukes here. Ill miss Cooks food. So now I know why you keep coming here. I thought it was my company you enjoyed. Well, of course I enjoy your company, my dear Belle, but the food is definitely an important consideration. She snorted and looked out of the window again, considering the grey swollen clouds. Seagulls were squawking and circling above the chimneys. There was a storm brewing. She could feel it in the air. Maybe hell be delayed. The possibility lifted her spirits. I hope not. You forced me to come here at this ungodly hour yesterday. Then I had to come again today. Im not going to do it again tomorrow, Im telling you now, even if your cook is better than mine. He closed his eyes contentedly. You neednt kick up such a fuss. It isnt even early. Its almost noon. Besides, I know youre enjoying every minute. You love to watch me squirm. Penny gave his typical lopsided smile. Coronet Normal Italic Font'>Coronet Normal Italic Font. Of course I do. And I love telling you I told you so as well. Though I still think you should get away from the window. She sighed and turned away from the window. I know. She wandered to the table, picked up a bun, took a tiny nibble, then put it down. I just need another day to prepare myself mentally. Geovision Gv 800 Drivers. Youve had more than enough time. Youve been expecting him for months now. In my mind, the sooner he arrives, the better. Then the worst will be over and done with. Its a bad businessPenny stopped as the door opened and Annette Chalmers stepped in. She didnt notice the interruption. She came over to Isabella and gave her a tight hug. Shouldnt you be at your lessons Isabella tried to sound severe but couldnt help smiling at the young ladys obvious excitement. Her usually pale face was glowing, the flush in her cheeks making her look very pretty. Oh, but how can I possibly concentrate on learning the worlds capitals on a day like thisIsabella was forced to concede the point. Annette was seventeen, and should be beyond the school room by now, but her education had been sadly lacking, and Isabella had insisted on continuing with lessons until the young lady came out. I suppose we can make an exception. What do you think, PennyAnnette looked at him hopefully. Isabella held back a smile. It was heart warming to see that Penny was actually having an influence on the young womans development. Stands to reason. No point in having lessons if her mind is elsewhere. Annette beamed and flopped into an armchair in a very unladylike manner. Thank you, Lord Penhurst. How did you manage to wake up so early two mornings in a rowPenny groaned, wagged his thick brows and prepared to answer, but Annette didnt wait for his answer. She jumped to her feet and hurried to the window. When do you think my brother will arrive Do you think I look different from how I did two years ago Have I grown taller Will he think Im prettyOf course he will. Wifi Hacker For Android. How could he think otherwise Isabella reassured her. Annettes confidence had improved over the last two years, after shed been removed from her familys influence, but it had not been an easy process.