Lydia: The Wild Girl of Pride & Prejudice

By Author / Illustrator

Natasha Farrant

Genre

Historical Fiction

Age range(s)

11+

Publisher

Chicken House Ltd

ISBN

9781910002971

Format

Paperback / softback

Published

01-09-2016

Synopsis

Lydia is the youngest Bennet sister and she's sick of country life - instead of sewing and reading, she longs for adventure. When a red-coated garrison arrives in Merryton, Lydia's life turns upside down. As she falls for dashing Wickham, she's swept into a whirlwind social circle and deposited in a seaside town, Brighton. Sea-bathing, promenades and scandal await - and a pair of intriguing siblings. Can Lydia find out what she really wants - and can she get it? A brand new spin on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, from the perspective of the youngest and wildest Bennet sister, Lydia - a truly modern girl, and everyone's favourite sister!

A classic yet contemporary tale of love, scandal and growing up that will appeal to Austen fans young and old. Brilliantly weaves in and around the original novel, retelling and breathing new life into Lydia's story.

A spirited, witty and fresh reimagining of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice from a Costa Book Award-winning author - perfect for fans of Bridgerton! 'Delightfully sassy' BUZZFEED 'These are the diaries you're glad Mrs Bennet never came across.' GRAZIA 'Like being hugged by a book' HOLLY BOURNE

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