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Duet part 3

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on February 21, 2019 by Maria GraceFebruary 20, 2019

“Then we can play it again for them later.” Elizabeth leaned down and whispered in Georgian’s ear.  “If I do not have something to keep me occupied now, I am certain I will say something I will doubtlessly regret.” What has Elizabeth so distressed? Part 3  As the only unmarried woman of the party, Georgiana lingered appropriately behind the others on the way to the drawing room. How fortunate she was to have a few … Continue reading →

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Duet part 2

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on February 14, 2019 by Maria GraceFebruary 12, 2019

Perhaps Georgiana has found a sympathetic soul amongst their house party. Part 2 Georgiana clutched the mahogany banister and stopped halfway down the marble grand stairs, her breath coming in sharp ragged pants. If her heart raced any harder, it might just leave her chest entirely. The Dowdings had arriving whilst she was walking in the gardens. Now they were gathered downstairs in the parlor waiting for dinner. And now as she had changed from … Continue reading →

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The Gentlemanly Professions

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on February 12, 2019 by Maria GraceMay 11, 2021

What options did the younger sons of the gentry have when choosing a profession.

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Duet part 1

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on February 7, 2019 by Maria GraceFebruary 6, 2019

The feeling of being invaded by strangers had never been a comfortable one, even when Georgiana was in the nursery. But now, especially after Ramsgate, it was nigh intolerable. So why did Eizabeth and Fitzwilliam have to plan a house party? Part 1 Georgiana sat at the piano in the music room, hands floating over the keyboard. Most days this was her favorite room in the house. On the east side of the house, it … Continue reading →

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B. Caldwell Creations and Dragons!

Random Bits of Fascination Posted on January 29, 2019 by Maria GraceJuly 21, 2021

I’d love to introduce my friend and fellow Austen and dragon fan, Barbara Caldwell!  I’d like to introduce Barbara Caldwell. She’s the wife of my fellow Austen Variations author, the somewhat talented and very funny Jack Caldwell. Barbara is the owner of B. Caldwell Creations and has a line of Austen-inspired jewelry. I am honored to announce that part of that line is jewelry inspired by my Jane Austen’s Dragons series! Tell us a little … Continue reading →

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