by Sarah Waters
First published 2009
In a charming village, a literary competition celebrates the bicentenary of Jane Austen's arrival. Aspiring authors craft captivating stories inspired by the beloved novelist's enduring characters and timeless romances. From Regency-era drawing rooms to modern-day Chawton, these enchanting tales whisk readers on a journey through Austen's timeless world. At its heart, this exceptional anthology explores the enduring power of love, wit, and the written word.
Genres: anthologies, historical-fiction, british-literature, 21st-century, 19th-century, contemporary-romance
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Chawton
Period: 1809
244 pages · Paperback · Harper Paperbacks