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Crime and Consequences #3
Intrigue and Inheritance: Crime and Consequences Book 3
Just as Elizabeth and Darcy have finally found their footing as a married couple, Lady Catherine de Bourgh arrives unannounced at their London residence with an unexpected they must launch her daughter Anne, along with Georgiana and Kitty Bennet, into London society. Before Elizabeth can protest, Lady Catherine abandons Anne and her companion Mrs. Jenkinson at Darcy House, leaving Elizabeth to navigate the treacherous waters of the ton with three very different young ladies under her care.
As the London Season unfolds, each young woman attracts distinctive suitors. The reserved Anne finds herself caught between the calculating Marquess of Byerly and the poetry-obsessed Lord Joseph Sturt. Georgiana forms a musical connection with the perfectionist Mr. Townend, while Kitty unexpectedly captivates the dramatic Viscount Shandly. Elizabeth and Darcy watch carefully, determined to protect the young women from fortune-hunters and broken hearts.
Their carefully managed Season descends into chaos when a guest collapses at a musicale in Darcy House, dying from poison within minutes. As suspicion falls upon the household, the Darcy reputation hangs in the balance. When a second victim succumbs to the same poison, the evidence points to someone intimately connected to the family. With two murders under their roof, Darcy and Elizabeth must untangle a web of jealousy and obsession before the killer strikes again.
In this riveting conclusion to the Crime and Consequences trilogy, long-buried secrets come to light, unlikely alliances form, and the bonds of family are tested as never before.
Step back into Austen's England, where three courtships bloom amid danger and the Darcy household must confront both obsession... and poison.
As the London Season unfolds, each young woman attracts distinctive suitors. The reserved Anne finds herself caught between the calculating Marquess of Byerly and the poetry-obsessed Lord Joseph Sturt. Georgiana forms a musical connection with the perfectionist Mr. Townend, while Kitty unexpectedly captivates the dramatic Viscount Shandly. Elizabeth and Darcy watch carefully, determined to protect the young women from fortune-hunters and broken hearts.
Their carefully managed Season descends into chaos when a guest collapses at a musicale in Darcy House, dying from poison within minutes. As suspicion falls upon the household, the Darcy reputation hangs in the balance. When a second victim succumbs to the same poison, the evidence points to someone intimately connected to the family. With two murders under their roof, Darcy and Elizabeth must untangle a web of jealousy and obsession before the killer strikes again.
In this riveting conclusion to the Crime and Consequences trilogy, long-buried secrets come to light, unlikely alliances form, and the bonds of family are tested as never before.
Step back into Austen's England, where three courtships bloom amid danger and the Darcy household must confront both obsession... and poison.
443 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 27, 2025
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About the author
Catherine Bilson
191 books74 followersI've been writing since I was 5 years old. I've always had to set it aside and try to concentrate on so-called 'real life' though. I've had a number of interesting careers - engineer, real estate sales agent, owner of an electrical goods store, silversmith - but finally the time has come for me to return to my first love. Writing.
I've always loved the works of Jane Austen, so perhaps it's fitting that my first published work should be a variation on the much beloved Pride And Prejudice.
Visit my website, www.catherinebilson.com, to read several free short fics in the Pride and Prejudice fandom, and to leave me comments on my work!
I also write not-for-profit fanfiction set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and if you'd like to read those free works please go to the Archive Of Our Own and search for the user handle ozhawk.
I've always loved the works of Jane Austen, so perhaps it's fitting that my first published work should be a variation on the much beloved Pride And Prejudice.
Visit my website, www.catherinebilson.com, to read several free short fics in the Pride and Prejudice fandom, and to leave me comments on my work!
I also write not-for-profit fanfiction set in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and if you'd like to read those free works please go to the Archive Of Our Own and search for the user handle ozhawk.
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August 7, 2025
I loved it!
Warning: Meant for mature audiences. Contains scenes of poisoning, and suicide. Readers of a delicate constitution are advised to keep their fans and vinaigrettes close at hand.
It was so enticing that I couldn’t put it down, this book grabbed my interest from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down, I had to know what happened next. The story is well written with a very good storyline. You will see the most beloved characters in a whole new way. This is a Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice variation. In this riveting conclusion to the Crime and Consequences trilogy, long-buried secrets come to light, unlikely alliances form, and the bonds of family are tested as never before. Step back into Austen's England, where three courtships bloom amid danger and the Darcy household must confront both obsession, and poison.
Just as Elizabeth and Darcy have finally found their footing as a married couple, Lady Catherine de Bourgh arrives unannounced at their London residence with an unexpected demand, they must launch her daughter Anne, along with Georgiana and Kitty Bennet, into London society. Before Elizabeth can protest, Lady Catherine abandons Anne and her companion Mrs. Jenkinson at Darcy House, leaving Elizabeth to navigate the treacherous waters of the ton with three very different young ladies under her care.
As the London Season unfolds, each young woman attracts distinctive suitors. The reserved Anne finds herself caught between the calculating Marquess of Byerly and the poetry-obsessed Lord Joseph Sturt. Georgiana forms a musical connection with the perfectionist Mr. Townend, while Kitty unexpectedly captivates the dramatic Viscount Shandly. Elizabeth and Darcy watch carefully, determined to protect the young women from fortune-hunters and broken hearts.
Their carefully managed Season descends into chaos when a guest collapses at a musicale in Darcy House, dying from poison within minutes. As suspicion falls upon the household, the Darcy reputation hangs in the balance. When a second victim succumbs to the same poison, the evidence points to someone intimately connected to the family. With two murders under their roof, Darcy and Elizabeth must untangle a web of jealousy and obsession before the killer strikes again. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. It’s a must read. I highly recommend to everyone.
Warning: Meant for mature audiences. Contains scenes of poisoning, and suicide. Readers of a delicate constitution are advised to keep their fans and vinaigrettes close at hand.
It was so enticing that I couldn’t put it down, this book grabbed my interest from the very first page. I couldn’t put it down, I had to know what happened next. The story is well written with a very good storyline. You will see the most beloved characters in a whole new way. This is a Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice variation. In this riveting conclusion to the Crime and Consequences trilogy, long-buried secrets come to light, unlikely alliances form, and the bonds of family are tested as never before. Step back into Austen's England, where three courtships bloom amid danger and the Darcy household must confront both obsession, and poison.
Just as Elizabeth and Darcy have finally found their footing as a married couple, Lady Catherine de Bourgh arrives unannounced at their London residence with an unexpected demand, they must launch her daughter Anne, along with Georgiana and Kitty Bennet, into London society. Before Elizabeth can protest, Lady Catherine abandons Anne and her companion Mrs. Jenkinson at Darcy House, leaving Elizabeth to navigate the treacherous waters of the ton with three very different young ladies under her care.
As the London Season unfolds, each young woman attracts distinctive suitors. The reserved Anne finds herself caught between the calculating Marquess of Byerly and the poetry-obsessed Lord Joseph Sturt. Georgiana forms a musical connection with the perfectionist Mr. Townend, while Kitty unexpectedly captivates the dramatic Viscount Shandly. Elizabeth and Darcy watch carefully, determined to protect the young women from fortune-hunters and broken hearts.
Their carefully managed Season descends into chaos when a guest collapses at a musicale in Darcy House, dying from poison within minutes. As suspicion falls upon the household, the Darcy reputation hangs in the balance. When a second victim succumbs to the same poison, the evidence points to someone intimately connected to the family. With two murders under their roof, Darcy and Elizabeth must untangle a web of jealousy and obsession before the killer strikes again. So with all that and more this story pulls you in and holds you tight. It’s a must read. I highly recommend to everyone.
August 2, 2025
Good stories
I enjoyed the mysteries intertwined with the traditional P&P variation. The writing struck me as more polished than some variations. I do feel however after reading all three in this series that it would best have been only one book without all the unnecessary repetition. In this final installment, for instance, how often do we have to be told that Anne has changed, Kitty has matured, and Georgiana has blossomed? Too much padding…
I enjoyed the mysteries intertwined with the traditional P&P variation. The writing struck me as more polished than some variations. I do feel however after reading all three in this series that it would best have been only one book without all the unnecessary repetition. In this final installment, for instance, how often do we have to be told that Anne has changed, Kitty has matured, and Georgiana has blossomed? Too much padding…
August 1, 2025
The focus of the story was Anne de Bourgh. I liked the story and the murder mystery which happens about midway through the book. Darcy and Elizabeth are there as supporting characters, which I didn’t mind.
It was definitely better and more interesting than the second book. I liked the first and third books of this trilogy.
It was definitely better and more interesting than the second book. I liked the first and third books of this trilogy.
July 28, 2025
Satisfying conclusion
Well written coming of age for Georgianna Darcy, Kitty Bennet, and Anne deBourgh. Each finds her way to maturity through experience and adversity. Anne’s path is most difficult but most rewarding as she becomes in truth mistress of Rosings.
Well written coming of age for Georgianna Darcy, Kitty Bennet, and Anne deBourgh. Each finds her way to maturity through experience and adversity. Anne’s path is most difficult but most rewarding as she becomes in truth mistress of Rosings.
August 4, 2025
nice story
A very enjoyable variation that centered mostly on Ann , kitty and Georgianna , but could be repetitive in its wording , also I missed the other characters , her stories lean towards the dark side but as we interesting
A very enjoyable variation that centered mostly on Ann , kitty and Georgianna , but could be repetitive in its wording , also I missed the other characters , her stories lean towards the dark side but as we interesting
August 12, 2025
#3 Intrigue and Inheritance
Great series. Very emotional and another death! Actually 2 deaths! And why?
Lol Lady C leaves Anne for the Darcy's to introduce with their sisters. Still have our HEAs.
Great series. Very emotional and another death! Actually 2 deaths! And why?
Lol Lady C leaves Anne for the Darcy's to introduce with their sisters. Still have our HEAs.
August 30, 2025
This was an ambitious effort. Although Bilson can be a bit repetitive sometimes, her plots are creative. She does a great job of introducing new and distinctive characters, and tying up complex developments.
July 29, 2025
excellent triology
Really enjoyed these and the end of Intrigue and Inheritance was quite emotional, even though as a true crime addict I guessed! - thank you Catherine!
Really enjoyed these and the end of Intrigue and Inheritance was quite emotional, even though as a true crime addict I guessed! - thank you Catherine!
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