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Old Friends and New Fancies: An Imaginary Sequel to the Novels of Jane Austen

The first Jane Austen sequel ever written!

Originally published in 1914, this charming and original sequel to the novels of Jane Austen intertwines the lives of the most beloved characters from all six Austen novels with new characters of the author's devising. Inventive matchmaking leads numerous pairs of lovers through the inevitable (and entertaining) difficulties they must encounter before they are united in the end.

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Old Friends and New Fancies is a gratifying read for any Jane Austen enthusiast.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 377 pages

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