From an early age my mother encouraged me to improve my mind by extensive reading, and I was most often found with my head in a book. I first read Pride and Prejudice in my high school humanities class, and I fell in love with Austen’s work. After reading all of Austen’s novels while in high school, my mother and I managed to find a few Jane Austen sequels even back then (and no, I am not going to tell you when back then was, as we ladies never give away our true age).
The next time I read her works was after I had major surgery in the year 2000. A friend loaned me her VCR tape version of the BBC/A&E Pride and Prejudice mini series. I DO know I can attribute my restored health, at least in part, to being able to watch Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy over and over. I, again, read ALL of Jane Austen’s novels during my recovery, and then found Austen sequels and online communities. My obsession was born, and this recovery period created my desire to write.
As to what I like best, that is a simple answer—Mr. Darcy. As to Miss Austen’s style of writing—I love her use of wit and impertinence in observation of her characters and class struggles of the period.
I understand you are fan of Charles Dickens, and a great admirer of A Christmas Carol. What do you like most about A Christmas Carol?
I love the transformation of character that occurs during the ghostly visitations to Scrooge. Dickens’ characterizations and transformational process are a fascinating study. What I like the most is how many variations of the original have come into existence. Each holiday, I look for more opportunities to watch TV and movie versions of A Christmas Carol.
What inspired you to write a Christmas story combining Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice and Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol?
I love holiday movies, and in 2008 I watched at least ten different versions of A Christmas Carol over a long weekend. I called it the ‘Christmas Carol Festival’ at the time. From George C. Scott to Susan Lucci, and Kelsey Grammer to Jim Carrey, I enjoyed the portrayals. It was during the Bill Murray version—called Scrooged—that I thought of doing this story. It was the Ghost of Christmas Past that solidified my vision for the story. I hope that, as in Scrooged, my story has the right touch of lightness and humor to complement the transformation of Darcy’s character, as —like Elizabeth Bennet—I dearly love to laugh.
I know this may be obvious being that he is the hero of Pride and Prejudice, but why choose Darcy as your Ebenezer Scrooge?
First of all, Mr. Darcy is Pride and Prejudice to me and Fitzwilliam Ebenezer in my story needs just as dramatic of a transformation as did Ebenezer Scrooge in Dickens novel. My hero does not have the character of Ebenezer Scrooge. He is NOT a miser. He is not determined to ONLY work and make money, and he does not abuse those who work for him. However, he is miserable and isolated from family by his own choice. He has failed to attain his first love and has given up on any hope of happiness. I won’t give everything away. However, during the course of the book Darcy sees himself and others in a new way because of the visitation of ghosts. He believes he has no choice other than change, just as Scrooge did in A Christmas Carol.
The story takes place the Christmas after he assisted in the Wickham wedding. So, he is not an old man. He is still the same handsome, rich man he was in the canon story. Yet, he has lost all hope and has fallen into miserable self-pity and inconsolable drunkenness. It is in this state of wretchedness that our ghosts visit him at Pemberley. So I chose Mr. Darcy because he was in such need of transformation.
What are three words you would use to describe your book?
Three separate words?
Transformational. Pathos. Awakening.
Or a three-word phrase?
Life-changing Ghostly Visitations.
I liked all of my ghostly visions, but my favorite is Mrs. Pat. I will not give away in this interview who she is in the story, but once I created her character, I found myself wanting to use her again. I have considered having Mrs. Pat create another set of visitations for another Austen character. Time and my muse will tell if she ever sees the light of day again, but I know I would enjoy writing more of her.
The most difficult vision to create was the Ghost of Christmas Future. It was an emotional and heart rending experience to visualize what a possible history might have been for the main characters without this intervention. Also, writing about a ghost who does not talk can be tricky.
I can tell from your writing that you have a sense of humor! What makes you laugh? Which characters from Jane Austen’s novel do you find the most comical?
Laughter has always been my best medicine. I found that humor could make me popular, and by the time I got to college, I was one of the class clowns. I have also been known to hide behind my humor from time to time, so I have to be careful with that in my daily life.
What makes me laugh most often is talking with someone who is self-effacing and willing to tell me about their own follies and missteps. For my day job, I am a therapist and work in the field of addiction treatment. A person who has faced great tragedy and adversity and has overcome addiction to find sobriety has a very unique way of sharing their story and I love to hear them be able to laugh at themselves.
As for Jane Austen’s comic relief, Mr. Collins is my favorite, followed by Lady Catherine and Caroline Bingley. The hero or heroine most likely to provide laughter for me is Emma.
Any possibility of a sequel to Fitzwilliam Ebenezer Darcy? It sounded like the Spirits had another person they wanted to visit…
I am considering it, Meredith. My muse hatches so many plot bunnies I have been considering opening a petting zoo. I would be interested to know if any of your readers would be interested in reading a story in which Lady Catherine had to face her ghosts. Currently, I am currently working on a modern Austen comedy. We shall see which fluffy bunny my muse attacks after completion of that tale.
Tell us a little about your other novel, White Lies and Other Half Truths, I understand it’s a variation of Pride and Prejudice. I’m a big fan of variations!
White Lies and Other Half Truths is a sexy romantic farce. As opposed to the family friendly classic of Fitzwilliam Ebenezer Darcy, it is not for a Pride and Prejudice purist who could never imagine Darcy and Elizabeth having premarital relations. Nor, is it for someone that does not like to laugh. Even the romantic scenes are intentionally over done for comedic effect. I find that people either LOVE it or do not like it at all.
As for the variations of the story, there are quite a few. There is a quicker resolution between Darcy and Elizabeth after the Netherfield Ball. Mr. Bennet has prior connections to the Darcy’s. Mr. and Mrs. Bennet find their way back to each other in a reformation of their characters. I kill off at least one character in a manner that has never been duplicated or considered. Last and certainly not least, Darcy and Elizabeth begin a passion filled life together.
What is next for you? I see you are working on a novel titled Elizabeth Bennet, Darcyholic. What’s that story about?
Elizabeth Bennet, Darcyholic is a modern comedy. Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy are addicted to all things Jane Austen and their families independently intervene—sending them to attend Jane Austen Addicts Anonymous meetings. They meet there, and a rollicking series of events lead them into each other’s arms and on the lam. Writing this story is an opportunity to let my inner comedian loose.
If you could ask Jane Austen any question, what would it be?
The central romantic theme of your stories is the transformation of character in order to bring a man and woman together for a happy ending. Did you live in regret at not having your own happy ending, or did bringing true love to your characters allow you to live a content, fulfilled life?
Let’s talk a little bit about Christmas! What are some of your favorite traditions or memories of this holiday?
Every holiday my father would gather us together to read A Christmas Carol. My mother would fix cider, and light her favorite cinnamon scented candle while we listened to the story. On the record player would be the Ray Coniff Orchestra’s holiday album. Later, we would gather around the TV to watch Bing Crosby in ‘White Christmas’, Jimmy Stewart in ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ and Natalie Wood in ‘Miracle on 34th Street.’ These traditions continue for me today.
When I was in high school, Stone Mountain Park (outside of Atlanta) had a live nativity pageant every year on the walk up side of the mountain. I was chosen to play Mary. One night the donkey misbehaved, and took me on a wild ride all around mountain—while I was holding on to his mane for dear life. It was worth it on Christmas, however, when my picture as Mary ended up being on the cover of many newspapers.
More recently there was a holiday after I married that my husband and I had no money to give presents. We made gifts for each other and for our family. I didn’t even go shopping that year. I was able to feel the wonder and magic of Christmas without the commercial aspect.
Last year, I was in New York City for work two weeks in December. My husband joined me there, and each evening I was fascinated by looking at window displays, seeing Santa at Macy’s watching ice skating, smelling chestnuts roasting, experiencing a carriage ride through Central Park and special Holiday Broadway productions.
Meredith, I want to thank you again for taking the time to interview me. I appreciate your thought provoking questions.
GIVEAWAY!!! Thanks to Barbara Tiller Cole, I have one BRAND NEW copy of Fitzwilliam Ebenezer Scrooge to giveaway to one of you lucky readers!
All you have to do is leave a comment on this interview and share with your thoughts about Lady Catherine being Scrooge: YAY? or NAY? (To save your inbox from unwanted spam, please don’t leave your email address.) Just check back to see if you win! Fortunately for our interntational friends, this giveaway is open worldwide. Thank you, Barbara!!
Want to DOUBLE your chances of winning? Come back tomorrow and check out my review of Fitzwilliam Ebenezer Darcy where I will be giving away a second copy of Barbara’s lovely novel!
Ah, ha! Another giveaway! :] I’m the happy one to check back on the last one, aren’t I? I’m so sad about poor Lady Catherine. Does she really mean to be such a sad and anti-heroine character? I’ve always thought she had a sweet-hearted response to Darcy…all things considered. Even when she wanted her daughter to marry him, who wouldn’t? As Scrooge, I suppose she may be an obvious choice. But I’m wondering if cousin, Mr. Collins wouldn’t best fit the bill. :] As far as your interview goes: I loved knowing how this author’s background brought her around to Jane Austen. Dickens is a favorite of mine, as well. I love the way you brought out her love of both of these authors. Thoroughly inviting interview. Poor Darcy, he’s forever going to lament that early decision he made, isn’t he?
Ah, this sounds great! Christmas Carol is one of my favorites and I can’t wait to read this. 🙂
I think this idea for a story about Mr. Darcy is wonderful! I would love to read this!
This sounds like such a good book for the festive season!
And an international giveaway? Thanks!
As for Lady C being Scrooge? YAY! I think she would take all the fun out of Christmas in the Darcy/Bennet household if she were to be a guest!
I’ve always thought that Darcy came across as a bit of a Scrooge. Not in the sense of him being a miser but just how closed off he is from the rest of the world and how much he sets his eye on doing what is “correct” for a person of his station without care or feeling for those below him.
I would love to read this!
I also love Christmas movies, and Scrooged is one of my favorites. It’s hilarious! F.E.D. sounds like a great story. I’m so curious as to why it starts after the Wickham/Lydia thing bc usually he and Lizzy would be happy by then.
I would love to read a similar story about Lady Catherine, to see if even ghosts could change her crabbiness.
Meredith, what a wonderful interview! I am undecided about Lady Catherine being a Scrooge. It would depend on what moon I was in. Sometimes I like it when she is reformed in novels, other times I like it when she is as opinionated as ever! That’s a tough one for me.
Barbara, every post I read about FED, I am more drawn to your book and anxious to read it! Oh, and your new modern sound absolutely wonderful! 🙂
Thanks so much for the giveaway!
I think Lady Catherine as Scrooge would be great! She’s perfect for the role. This sounds like a fun holiday story, looking forward to reading it.
I think Lady Catherine would make the perfect Scrooge! She certaintly has the right personality for it. Looking forward to reading this one!
Oh yes, the Lady Catherine as Scrooge would be very interesting to read…lots of material to work with there!
And you know how much I love Darcyholic! (I can’t believe I just said that) LOL! White Lies will always be a big favorite but I love all your stories!
Hugs and have a Wonderful Christmas!
Loved the interview! 🙂 “A Christmas Carol” has always been my favorite Christmas story, and now to have it combined with a P&P cast… how COOL is that??! Looking forward to reading this!
Sounds like a great book!
I’m on the fence about Lady Catherine. I can’t help but admire the way she is zealous about a cause. If she loved Christmas, I bet she would make it unbelievably festive. If she was happy with her family. Otherwise… watch out.
Great interview. Thanks for the giveaway.
Lady Catherine is not only Scrooge, but really should be renamed LadyDowner!!!!
thank you for this giveaway!!!!
[Ah, ha! Another giveaway! :] I’m the happy one to check back on the last one, aren’t I? I’m so sad about poor Lady Catherine. Does she really mean to be such a sad and anti-heroine character? I’ve always thought she had a sweet-hearted response to Darcy…all things considered. Even when she wanted her daughter to marry him, who wouldn’t? As Scrooge, I suppose she may be an obvious choice. But I’m wondering if cousin, Mr. Collins wouldn’t best fit the bill. :] As far as your interview goes: I loved knowing how this author’s background brought her around to Jane Austen. Dickens is a favorite of mine, as well. I love the way you brought out her love of both of these authors. Thoroughly inviting interview. Poor Darcy, he’s forever going to lament that early decision he made, isn’t he?]
Happy that you continue to visit the potential give away sites! You are correct, in that in Lady C’s place she probably would be most seriously displeased that her daughter was being passed over. But I think she was a VERY unhappy person over all. I have not decided for sure to write this sequel. But am seriously considering it. Mr. Collins as Scrooge? No, not in my estimation. He is most often my comic relief..LOL. But I think he would be IN this story in some form or other..
Thanks for commenting Deb!
Barbara Tiller Cole
http://barbaratillercole.tumblr.com
[araminta18 said…
Ah, this sounds great! Christmas Carol is one of my favorites and I can’t wait to read this. :)]
Thanks so much for commenting. Christmas Carol has always been my favorite Christmas tale! Hope you enjoy this story!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Margaret said…
I think this idea for a story about Mr. Darcy is wonderful! I would love to read this!]
Margaret… So glad you like the idea. Hope you enjoy this story! I really appreciate your commenting.
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Sam said…
This sounds like such a good book for the festive season!
And an international giveaway? Thanks!
As for Lady C being Scrooge? YAY! I think she would take all the fun out of Christmas in the Darcy/Bennet household if she were to be a guest!]
Sam. I thank you so much for commenting. And yes, I am happy to make it an international give away.
As for Lady C….I do think I could have some fun with it. I just know that a story where Darcy is not the MAIN character is not always as well received as one in which he is the main character. I will see what my muse has up its sleeve!
Barbara tiller Cole
I enjoyed hearing about this book combining the two old stories together and it sounds like I have a new one for my wish list.
As to Lady Catherine as Scrooge, I don’t think it would be a huge stretch at that point in her life if someone put in some ‘past history’ to explain how she got that way.
Thanks for the interesting interview and for the giveaway opportunity. You should have scanned in the picture from the papers of the donkey running away with Mary. Hilarious!
[ardentreader said…
I’ve always thought that Darcy came across as a bit of a Scrooge. Not in the sense of him being a miser but just how closed off he is from the rest of the world and how much he sets his eye on doing what is “correct” for a person of his station without care or feeling for those below him.
I would love to read this!]
Ardent reader. I think that Darcy’s reticence to be in company, and his serious nature would make people think that he at least COULD be a Scrooge. By the end of the canon story, it does not seem as likely. But if he was not given an once of hope…I could see him falling in to the condition we find him in in this story. I hope you get a chance to read it and enjoy it.
Barbara Tiller Cole
This sounds like such a fun book! I can’t wait to read it! And in my opinion, Lady Catherine definitely would be a perfect Scrooge!!=)
OHHHH! This is on my wish list. I wish to read it right after I get the “to do” list done! I hope I win!
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My first thought was, “Lady C as Scrooge? Perfect!”, but then the more I think about it, I almost don’t want to see this villain come to some sort of reformation. She’s just one of those characters we love to hate. But then again, I guess we all deserve a chance to change our ways…
Laura Hartness
What a great interview! I could easily imagine Lady Catherine as another Scrooge character. She’s such a bitter, uppity old lady.
Thanks for the giveaway and for opening it to worldwide entries.
Much appreciated.
I think I would vote YAY.
Carol T
Lovely interview! I don’t think that Lady Catherine would ever really be a Scrooge. What with all of the money she spends on windows and such, I don’t think she would be that stingy. 🙂
This story sounds absolutely wonderful and now I am really excited about the Darcyholic novel!
I can see Lady Catherine as Scrooge. She’s a more complex character than she seems at first, but she’s definitely lacking in generosity or compassion- at least initially. I’m curious to read this one! 🙂
Perfect timing, I was looking for a holiday themed book. The review was great and I think my husband would enjoy the book also.
I have a pity/hate attitude with Lady C. I feel sorry for her, but she is willing to crush anyone who doesn’t comply with her schemes. She may not be 100% Scrooge, however she is close.
Yay from me…I can completely see the Scrooge/Lady Catherine connection. And I loved the words that Barbara chose to describe her novel, so original. Made me want to read it even more. Happy Holidays!
Lady Catherine ? a definite ‘yay’ from me :))
Looks absolutely delightful! and I would love to dig deeper in Lady Catherine’s unpleasantness to see what to her harsh views of what pollutes the shades of Pemberley 🙂
[MonicaP..I also love Christmas movies, and Scrooged is one of my favorites. It’s hilarious! F.E.D. sounds like a great story. I’m so curious as to why it starts after the Wickham/Lydia thing bc usually he and Lizzy would be happy by then.
I would love to read a similar story about Lady Catherine, to see if even ghosts could change her crabbiness.]
Monica:
I am glad you agree to a dash of inspiration from Scrooged. As to why it happens after the Wickham wedding, Lady Catherine does NOT come in this adaptation. So Elizabeth does not have hope, nor does Darcy. And here retreats to Pemberley without hope. That is where the story starts. Hope that helps!
I am getting some good feedback about my sequel plans! So hopefully ou will see Lady Catherine Faces Her Ghosts (working title) by next year!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Jakki L. said…
Meredith, what a wonderful interview! I am undecided about Lady Catherine being a Scrooge. It would depend on what moon I was in. Sometimes I like it when she is reformed in novels, other times I like it when she is as opinionated as ever! That’s a tough one for me.
Barbara, every post I read about FED, I am more drawn to your book and anxious to read it! Oh, and your new modern sound absolutely wonderful! 🙂
Thanks so much for the giveaway!]
Jakki:
Is your moon in the seventh house? Or did you mean Mood? LOL 😀
I do kind of get what you mean about Lady Catherine. But if i do write this, it will be like FED. It will have lots of humor….but emotion to it as well. So we shall see! As for the modern…I hope that you will like it! Tentatatively projecting May 1 as a release date, but I will keep everyone posted!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Shanna Sandmoen said…
I think Lady Catherine as Scrooge would be great! She’s perfect for the role. This sounds like a fun holiday story, looking forward to reading it.]
Shanna… I can’t help it, but I am thinking of a scene from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off while looking at your name. 😀 I like your name.
Glad you like the idea of a sequel with Lady Catherine! I thank you for commenting!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Nicole said…
I think Lady Catherine would make the perfect Scrooge! She certaintly has the right personality for it. Looking forward to reading this one!]
Nicole:
Thanks for the vote of future confidence! I hope you enjoy FED!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Sandy said…
Oh yes, the Lady Catherine as Scrooge would be very interesting to read…lots of material to work with there!
And you know how much I love Darcyholic! (I can’t believe I just said that) LOL! White Lies will always be a big favorite but I love all your stories!
Hugs and have a Wonderful Christmas!]
Sandy… Glad you like the idea for a future sequel! As for Darcyholic…not many of these readers know that you and your hubby are prototypes for 2 characters in the story! 😉 So glad that you are such a great cheerleader Sandy! I hope you have a wonderful Christmas as well!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Valerie said…
Loved the interview! 🙂 “A Christmas Carol” has always been my favorite Christmas story, and now to have it combined with a P&P cast… how COOL is that??! Looking forward to reading this!]
Valerie:
So glad you enjoyed the interview! “A Christmas Carol” has always been one of MY favorites, hence my idea to write this in the first place. I hope you enjoy FED! Thanks for taking the time to comment!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Julianne B. said…
Sounds like a great book!
I’m on the fence about Lady Catherine. I can’t help but admire the way she is zealous about a cause. If she loved Christmas, I bet she would make it unbelievably festive. If she was happy with her family. Otherwise… watch out.]
Julianne: Thanks so much for your kind words. I understand about being on the fence with Lady Cat! There is something enjoyable about her ridiculous fervor. But if I DO write it, she will have a happy ending… Oh, and a festive Christmas!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[BeckyC said…
Great interview. Thanks for the giveaway.]
Thanks so much Becky! I appreciate your commenting.
Barbara Tiller Cole
[cyn209 said…
Lady Catherine is not only Scrooge, but really should be renamed LadyDowner!!!!
thank you for this giveaway!!!!]
Lady Downer…LOL..very cute. I am thinking Lady Catherine Ebbie Fitzwilliam DeBourgh?
I am glad you are excited about the give away! Good luck!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Sophia Rose said…
I enjoyed hearing about this book combining the two old stories together and it sounds like I have a new one for my wish list.
As to Lady Catherine as Scrooge, I don’t think it would be a huge stretch at that point in her life if someone put in some ‘past history’ to explain how she got that way.
Thanks for the interesting interview and for the giveaway opportunity. You should have scanned in the picture from the papers of the donkey running away with Mary. Hilarious!]
Glad that you enjoyed learning about the inspiration to merge the two stories. And that you like the idea of Lady Catherine being the sequel.
As for posting the picture….I DO have a picture of me as Mary…I DON’T have a picture of the runaway donkey. Kind of gives a whole different idea to the RunAway Bride! It WAS fun to think back on that story! I appreciate Meredith’s question giving me time to reflect on a fun memory!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Kelli H. said…
This sounds like such a fun book! I can’t wait to read it! And in my opinion, Lady Catherine definitely would be a perfect Scrooge!!=)]
Kelli:
I thank you so much for commenting. And I am glad you like my idea for the sequel as well!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Jennifer said…
OHHHH! This is on my wish list. I wish to read it right after I get the “to do” list done! I hope I win!]
Jennifer…
I am honored to have my book on your wish list! I wish you good luck!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[(Ooops. Left my email in previous commment!)
My first thought was, “Lady C as Scrooge? Perfect!”, but then the more I think about it, I almost don’t want to see this villain come to some sort of reformation. She’s just one of those characters we love to hate. But then again, I guess we all deserve a chance to change our ways…
Laura Hartness]
Laura:
Well, I can certainly agree with you about having a character that we love to hate! But this wouldn’t mean that we can’t continue to hate her! 😀 We just would have ONE story where she is allowed a chance to see what kind of life she COULD have! Thanks so much Laura!
Barbara Tiller Cole
http://barbaratillercole.tumblr.com
[Julianne Donaldson said…
What a great interview! I could easily imagine Lady Catherine as another Scrooge character. She’s such a bitter, uppity old lady.]
Julianne:
I am so glad that you enjoyed the interview! I thank Meredith again for her thought provoking questions! As for your vote for Lady Catherine being the central character in a sequel. I am glad you think it would be good!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[buddyt said…
Thanks for the giveaway and for opening it to worldwide entries.
Much appreciated.]
Buddy: I am glad that you appreciate opening it to worldwide entries. I have a lot of JAFF friends all around the world. Didn’t want to limit their possibilities to winning. Even if it means filling out customs forms! 😀
Barbara Tiller Cole
[I think I would vote YAY.
Carol T]
Thanks Carol! And thanks for taking the opportunity to vote!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Lieder Madchen said…
Lovely interview! I don’t think that Lady Catherine would ever really be a Scrooge. What with all of the money she spends on windows and such, I don’t think she would be that stingy. 🙂
This story sounds absolutely wonderful and now I am really excited about the Darcyholic novel!]
Lieder:
I am glad you liked the interview. In merging the two novels, the stingy part of ‘Scrooge’ is not in this novel, nor would it be in a sequel with Lady Catherine. But the miserable old soul? Well, that is Lady Catherine. And as a part of this story, there is a bit of discussion that visitations to HER might be of help. I am beginning to plot out what I would do with this sequel, and I don’t think you would be disappointed. My only concern is if someone really wants to read a story about Lady Catherine..??
Barbara Tiller Cole..
[Beth said…
I can see Lady Catherine as Scrooge. She’s a more complex character than she seems at first, but she’s definitely lacking in generosity or compassion- at least initially. I’m curious to read this one! :)]
Beth: Thanks for your comments! I am glad that you can see her character as needing ghostly intervention. And she is definitely severely lacking in generosity and compassion! I will definitely let Meredith know as soon as I am sure that the sequel will come to the light of day!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Beverly said…
Perfect timing, I was looking for a holiday themed book. The review was great and I think my husband would enjoy the book also.
I have a pity/hate attitude with Lady C. I feel sorry for her, but she is willing to crush anyone who doesn’t comply with her schemes. She may not be 100% Scrooge, however she is close.]
Beverly:
Happy that you are interesting in a holiday themed book! I hope that your husband does enjoy the story! As to Lady C, I am glad that you are intrigued by the idea of my probable sequel!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[stilettostorytime said…
Yay from me…I can completely see the Scrooge/Lady Catherine connection. And I loved the words that Barbara chose to describe her novel, so original. Made me want to read it even more. Happy Holidays!]
Stilettostorytime…I am SO intrigued by your screen name :D. I am glad you like the idea of the probably sequel. And I am truly grateful to hear that you loved the words I used to describe the novel. THAT was a difficult question! So I am glad I chose wisely! Happy Holidays and hope you enjoy the story!
Barbara Tiller Cole
[Faith Hope Cherrytea said…
Lady Catherine ? a definite ‘yay’ from me :))]
Yeah! So glad people are definitely interested in this idea. Thanks for commenting Faith Hope and Cherrytea!
BTCole
http://barbaratillercole.tumblr.com
[zally said…
Looks absolutely delightful! and I would love to dig deeper in Lady Catherine’s unpleasantness to see what to her harsh views of what pollutes the shades of Pemberley :)]
Zally…
So glad that you commented. And that you like the idea of the sequel. Hope you like this story!
And Merry Christmas to you all!
Barbara Tiller Cole
http://barbaratillercole.tumblr.com