The Maplewood Stables Saga Series

She never expected to be afforded such independence… Much to Elizabeth Bennet's, and her family's, surprise, a distant cousin bequeaths her his horse farm in Lambton upon his death, assuming she has married a proper husband. For as long as she could remember, Elizabeth has dreamed of having her own land, her own home, and her freedom. But in order to make that dream a reality, she must find a gentleman willing to marry a woman with a mind and a dream of her own… He needs to convince his aunt to leave him alone… Fitzwilliam Darcy was betrothed to his cousin Anne de Bourgh when they were children, but the last thing he wants is to marry the unpleasant, sickly, and humorless young woman. In fact, he is willing to do just about anything to avoid such a miserable fate. So, when he hears rumors that Elizabeth Bennet is searching for a husband, Darcy sees a way that both of their needs can be fulfilled without any danger of uprooting their lives. But when two people with dreams as wild as the summer wind come together to make those dreams a reality, is it possible to avoid falling in love? A Wild Sort of Love is a Pride and Prejudice variation with a marriage of convenience, an unexpected friendship, and a guaranteed happy ending!

They thought their lives were finally free... Fitzwilliam and Elizabeth Darcy have happily started their lives as a true married couple, sharing time at Pemberley and Elizabeth's beloved Maplewood Stables in Meryton. As they joyfully anticipate the arrival of their first child, it seems that their life is as close to perfect as it can be. And then, one rainy afternoon, they receive a letter that forces them to question every wonderful thing they have built. She has been holding a grudge for over a year and she is not prepared to let it go... While everyone expected that Anne de Bourgh would be pleased to be free of her mother's influence, she finds that she is quite aimless without the very stern direction of Lady Catherine de Bourgh. And right or wrong, she holds her cousin Fitzwilliam responsible for her current state of misery. Now, Anne has made it her mission to destroy the happiness he has established with Elizabeth Bennet, no matter what she must do... The Return to Pemberley Manor is Book 2 in the Maplewood Stables series, which is a collection of Pride and Prejudice variations. This entry in the series features intrigue, mystery, danger, joy, and a guaranteed happy ending Our Dear Couple!

Christmas at Maplewood will be special this year... Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam Darcy are celebrating Christmas in Meryton at Maplewood Stables, this time with their infant twins by their side. It is a momentous holiday, as Elizabeth's family will be meeting George and Emma for the first time. They are all filled with Christmas joy at the prospect of spending the season with the newest members of the family. But a stranger has different plans for the Darcys when they arrive in Meryton... One week before Christmas, a strange man shows up on the door step of Maplewood, claiming he has the legal rights to the farm that Elizabeth has grown to love. The fear of losing their second home and Elizabeth's dear horses quickly casts a pall of fear and disappointment over their visit. Who is this man? And can he truly take away Maplewood? Christmas at Maplewood brings a bit of mystery to the holiday season, along with unexpected surprises and plenty of Christmas cheer!

Spring is coming to Maplewood Farm and the Darcys have come to stay…   After the birth of their third child, Fitzwilliam promised Elizabeth they could spend the baby's first spring at their beloved Maplewood Farm. After a long trip from Pemberley, they arrive, shocked to discover that their housekeeper and stablehand are missing, and Maplewood is in a state of disarray.   Something is wrong at Maplewood…   No one seems to know what happened to their recently married staff, and Mr. and Mrs. Featherstone have left no word of their departure. As Darcy works to repair the unexpected damage to the stables and house, Elizabeth must try to find her dear staff with three children by her side. Along with a little help from an unlikely source, Lizzy must once again play detective and find Mr. and Mrs. Featherstone… before it is too late.   A Rescue at Maplewood Farm is Book 4 in the Maplewood Stables series, which is a running series of Pride and Prejudice variations. This entry features surprises, danger, love, and a guaranteed happy ending for Our Dear Couple!

Everything appeared to be well at Maplewood Farm... With an extended summer visit planned at Maplewood, and Pemberley safe in the hands of Darcy's trusted staff, Elizabeth, Fitzwilliam and their three children finally feel at peace for the first time in ages. The addition of their beloved nurse, Ana, has proven to be a blessing, as the children adore her and she has taken well to their country home. Little do the Darcys know, Ana is hiding from a danger they never could have anticipated... One sunny afternoon, on a visit to town, Elizabeth is horrified to leave a shop and discover Ana is gone... along with her three darling children. Despite an immediate search conducted by the entire town, George, Emma, and Martha, nor Ana, are anywhere to be found. Where have the Darcys' babies gone and how will they return them all safely to Maplewood when they haven't the slightest clue where to find them? The Children of Maplewood is a Pride and Prejudice variation and Book 5 in the Maplewood Stables Saga. It is an adventure full of mystery, secrets, and a guaranteed happy ending that can only be found on the grounds of Maplewood Farm!

An accident changes everything...   On a beautiful day at the Darcys' second home, Maplewood Horse Farm, a terrible accident leads to a challenge Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam never expected. With a new child on the way, the couple is forced to find a way to remember their love for one another in the face of insurmountable odds. Their home, their family, and their future is at stake in the conclusion of Portia Appleton's Maplewood Stables Saga.   The Memory of Maplewood is the final book in a six book Pride and Prejudice variation series filled with love, adventure, and excitement. Finish your Maplewood Stables journey today!