Hello, dear friends! It is such an exciting day today here at Austenesque Reviews because the lovely KaraLynne Mackrory is stopping by! AHHHHHHH! 🎉🎉 Which means she is soon-to-be releasing a new book. Can I get a woot woot?!? 🙌🏼 🙌🏼 I know many of you are ardent admirers of all KaraLynne’s writing and are as eager for a new book from her as I am!
KaraLynne is here to share the beautiful cover of her new book – Blinded by Prejudice with us today! We hope you enjoy! 🤗
~ From the Author ~
What a pleasure it is to be back on Austenesque Reviews and with Meredith again. This blog has been a staple in Jane Austen Fan Fiction for longer than I have known and it is always a source for my next fix. Thank you, Meredith, for hosting me once again and for being such a long-standing supporter of all things Austen.
It has been several years since I have released a full-length novel, and I am excited to share with readers my latest, Blinded by Prejudice. As any author will tell you, there are always plot bunnies jumping around inside our minds and this one has been there for quite some time and patiently (and not-so-patiently at times) waiting to be written. Life was not conducive for a while to allow me to bring it out which makes it all the more special to me now that we have it. I might even say it is my favorite (gasp!). As many of my readers know, I love a vulnerable Darcy and a chastened, growing Elizabeth. Inspiration for this book came when I saw scenes in it grapple with my own heart strings and knew that I had to let these beloved characters live on in this new way. Thank you to all my long-time fans and hopefully some new ones for waiting patiently for me to bring another book around. I hope you enjoy the cover reveal!
~ Book Description ~
Into what kind of hell had I emerged from under those ruins?
Elizabeth Bennet anticipated nothing more than a pleasant day among friends and relations when the pleasure trip to the ruins of Bodden chapel commenced. But what began as mere diversion turns frightening when the walls of the ancient church tumble down around them, endangering lives, demolishing pride and propriety, and bringing a hero into focus.
As the earth begins to tremble, Fitzwilliam Darcy sees Elizabeth Bennet is in mortal danger and acts on instinct to save her. But when the dust settles, there are unforeseen consequences to his actions, including a serious injury to his eyesight.
I could not be married to a man who could need me the rest of his life, but never love me.
Bound together under the most strained circumstances, Darcy and Elizabeth embark on a future neither one of them saw coming. Time can heal all wounds but will time allow them to see through hearts made clear and eyes no longer blinded by prejudice?
And without further ado….here is the big reveal!!!
(expected release date: September 20th)
I’m not sure which to comment on first – the cover or the premise! Both are fantastic! 😁
Such poise and elegance in this young woman, she looks like she can handle anything thrown at her. I love her gown and her hair too! 👗
Exploring ruins, mortal danger, and serious injury – I’m so intrigued! 🤗
I wonder at what point this misadventure is taking place is it pre-Hunsford? pre-Netherfield? or maybe outside of canon? 📖
What do you think, friends? 🤔
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~ About KaraLynne Mackrory ~
KaraLynne began writing horrible poetry as an angst filled youth. It was a means to express the
exhilaration and devastation she felt every time her adolescent heart was newly in love with “the one” and then broken every other week. As her frontal lobe developed, she grew more discerning of both men and writing. She has been married to her own dreamboat of a best friend, Andrew, almost 20 years. Together they have the migraine inducing responsibility of raising five children to not be dirt bags (fingers crossed), pick up their socks (still a work in progress), not fight with each other (impossible task) and become generally good people (there’s hope). She loves escaping into a book, her feather babies (the regal hens of Cluckingham Palace), and laughter.
She has written five books, a novella and participated in many anthologies. Her works include: Falling For Mr. Darcy; Bluebells in the Mourning; Haunting Mr. Darcy: A Spirited Courtship; Yours Forevermore, Darcy; BeSwitched; The Darcy Monologues; Rational Creatures; & Sun-Kissed: Effusions of Summer.
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GIVEAWAY TIME!
The lovely people at Quills and Quartos are offering a generous giveaway of a $20 Amazon Gift Card for one lucky reader who comments on today’s post! 📚🤤
To enter this giveaway leave a question, comment, or some love for KaraLynne below.
- This giveaway is open worldwide. Thank you, Quills and Quartos!
- This giveaway ends August 9th.
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You can preorder Blinded By Prejudice now!
My sincere gratitude to KaraLynne Mackrory, Kristi Rawley, and the wonderful people at Quills and Quartos for putting this special post together!
I have loved her other books! I am looking forward to this!
Thank you for waiting so patiently!
KaraLynne Mackrory is one of my favorites, can’t wait to read this!
You are very kind. Thank you. Hope you love it.
I have read and reviewed all of this author’s stories and they were all 5 star ratings from me. Looking forward to reading this. Sounds like it will have lots of angst which I do like. Good luck with the release. Thanks for sharing here.
I cannot thank you for the reviews enough! They help authors so much.
Wow! Another beautiful cover. Looking forward to Kara’s new book as I have enjoyed all of her others. Thanks so much for featuring here.
Thank you!! Hope you love it.
YAY!!!!! This is fantastic news and what a premise! The cover is gorgeous and I am admiring that necklace around her neck! Oh the anticipation!!! Congratulations, KaraLynne and thank you Q&Q for a chance at the giveaway!
So many fun things await you. Thanks for stopping by and I hope you enjoy the book.
I am thinking this is pre-Hunsford & pre-Netherfield ball. I look forward to what seems a lovely angst-filled book. I have enjoyed her other books. Good luck with the release KaraLynne and thanks for the giveaway.
It has plenty of angst to satisfy for sure. Thanks for your excitement
Firstly, please don’t enter me in the giveaway as I shop on U.K. so can’t spend dollars!
Now let me heap praise on this cover. I love the purple dress and her hair (especially with the wisps framing her face!)
I regularly read the other books by KaraLynne and am so looking forward to reading this one. I’m secretly hoping they have to marry and Elizabeth soon learns that Darcy loves her, but that’s just my love of low angst shining through! Whatever, I’m certain this will be another huge success!
I love hearing all the speculation. I promise you will get all you want from it. Thanks for the support!
I’ve loved all her books so far and this one sounds fabulous! Can’t wait to see what happens
So glad you are excited!
Love the premise of the book. Congrats on the release!
Thank you!
I’ve greatly enjoyed this author’s previous works. The description is so tempting that I have to preorder for my kindle. I’m looking forward to a great read!
I’ve greatly enjoyed this author’s previous work. The description of this latest work is so tempting it begs to be pre-ordered. Looking forward to it.
I, too, love the purple dress, hair, but especially the necklace! The premise sounds intriguing, and I had an excerpt earlier today. Thank you for publishing a new novel!
You’re welcome! Hahaha hope you love it
I’ve read and enjoyed some of KaraLynne’s previous books, and I would love to enter the giveaway. This book sounds great, and the cover is gorgeous.
Thank you. Happy reading!
At last! Another of your wonderful stories will appear!
Thank you.
Happy reading to you.
OMG! Purple !! Absolutely loved the colour! So poignant especially as we read about loosing (even temporally) eyesight!
Such a compelling excerpt as well… Can’t wait for the release day!
(No gift card for me as well, but if I were to be the lucky winner, Reading BEFORE the others is always a gift )
Thank you for your comment! I hope you enjoy the book.
I have enjoyed other books by this author, especially Bluebells in the Mourning. The premise for this new book has a very intriguing twist and I look forward to reading it.
I’m glad you liked Bluebells. Thanks for sticking around to await another of my books.
Thank you Meredith for hosting me today. You are such an essential part of this Austen world and it’s lovely to be back on Austenesque Reviews.
If you liked KaraLynne before, you’ll love her now – I think this book is her best. It is a fantastic story wonderfully written. And the cover is lovely!
Thank you Gail! It was wonderful to work with you again.
Lovely cover … and that colour dress! Congratulations on your latest book. I’m enjoying it so far.
That is wonderful news! Thank you!
I must have this book. Everytime I read a blog, I order a book. I am five books behind!
What a wonderful problem to have! Lol.
The cover and premise of this book both intrigue me–and I have long been admirer of the writing of Ms. Mackrory–her Bluebells in the Mourning is a favorite. Looking forward to reading her new story.
I’m so glad you enjoyed Bluebells— I’m thankful for your excitement for this new one too
The premise is such a brilliant idea I can’t wait to read it! Sqweee ! I’m so excited and I love love love the cover the purple is simple gorgeous ❤️
I’m so glad you like the cover! Good luck on the drawing.
Hi! The cover is at once stately and light. You can tell there is a duality to the story just from the cover.
Thank you. Good luck with the drawing!
Yes!! This is wonderful to hear! And to a KaraLynne fan, news that this may be her favorite is utterly irresistible! The cover depiction of Elizabeth is fresh and lovely and the premise compelling. Thanks for the giveaway chance, and for a post that made my day.
Congratulations to KaraLynne. Can’t wait to read it!
Thank you! I’m pleased to present this to such a devoted plan. Happy reading.
I have been a fan of her writing since I first read “Bluebells in the Mourning”. Congrats and good luck on the new release! I know I will be reading it.
And hopefully enjoying it!
Oh! I really enjoy KaraLynne’s books!! Looking forward to reading this one, too!
Thank you!
I’ve read hundreds of JAFF and some of this author’s books are part of the darlings’ group. Eagerly awaiting the release of this one.
The darlings group? This sounds intriguing and I’m glad to count among them. Thank you
I’m so happy to discover this new story. I read Yours forevermore, Darcy and Haunting Mr Darcy. I love the cover because in the foreground I see Elisabeth from behind. She must be the main character. After reading the excerpt with plenty angst I hope a happy end. Good luck KaraLynne.
Thank you! And good luck in the drawing!
Yay! KaraLynne’s books have so much charm, I’m thrilled to hear there’s going to be another!
This sounds like a very lovely premise, and I have definitely added it to the TBR hoard!
I hope it falls to the top of the stack!
I can’t wait to read this, I love all of her books. The cover is so pretty!!
Purple! I love the dress and the rest of the cover. I have read all your other books and look forward to reading this one too!
The cover is beautiful. Looking forward to a great read.
This cover is exquisite! Can’t wait to read this novel premise. Especially in your talented hands.
It’s so exciting that Karalynne has a new book out. I know how much I struggle for time just with 2/5 of the number of her children, how on earth she has the mental energy to write, let alone the time leaves me in awe!
Writing is an escape! And all parents know how needful it is at times to escape!
Very excited that you have another story for us to enjoy! I really like the purple in the cover image.
Already on pre order love Kara’s stories always original compelling and so romantic. So looking forward to this new one I return read her books often.
What a thrilling excerpt! And I love the cover. Yet another book on my must read pile. Thank you
I agree that the cover is absolutely stunning. If I didn’t have the premise, the cover alone would draw me in. That purple dress, the hair with the wisps, the necklace, and the way her head is facing just so. I find the premise very interesting, even though it pains me to know that Darcy might not be able to see those fine eyes for a while.
I absolutely love this premise! I would feel the same, it is better to be wanted than needed. We “need” to go to the dentist but we never “want” to go. Gonna preorder this one!
What a beautiful cover!
denise
Love your author bio
I think I will love this story! Congratulations on your new book!
Love them both, the vibrant colors and the standing up tall lady. Plus the wonderfull description of KaraLynne’s story !! With his sight gone Mr Darcy will see much more clearly what he wants in life and fight for it I think. Can’t wait to read this one 😀
Sounds wonderful!
It makes me so happy to discover new books and authors! Having the opportunity to enter a contest is the icing on the cake!
I am unfamiliar with this author and her work but the cover looks lovely. Still, one cannot judge a book by its cover. So if I am lucky enough to win this giveaway I will get a copy of this book and see what I appear to have been missing.
Congratulations, Karalynne! Your premise sounds fantastic and your cover is beautiful. I’m looking forward to reading this!
This looks like a great read! I can’t wait.
Like you, Meredith, I love a vulnerable Darcy. So much room for growth and personal development!
The cover is beautiful!! I have enjoyed all of your books and was hoping you would have a new release soon. Can’t wait to read it. Congratulations on your new book.
Beautiful cover and unique premise. I look forward to reading more and I’m so glad you have a new novel. Congratulations!! –Leslie
The cover is so beautiful! I am looking forward to reading this book!
My heartstrings were pulled reading of Darcy’s eye injuries and the rest of the plot! Intriguing premise and a gorgeous cover–I’m covetous!
I love KaraLynne‘s other books and I think this will also be a favorite! The premise sounds interesting and new – I can’t wait to see how it unfolds! And I also adore the deep purple of that dress! Congratulations to KaraLynne on the new book!
Beautiful cover and interesting plot line. Looking forward to it.
Love the cover and premise. Looking forward to reading it.
I love KARALYNNE MACKRORY. She is one of my favorite authors and I have all of her books. The cover looks amazing, I love a strong Elizabeth.
This looks truly promising! I am guessing this is post-Netherfield Ball, although I cannot wait to see the correct answer. As for the cover, I love that purple gown! It looks so rich and luxurious, and I can see the woman wearing it full of dignity and confidence. Thank you for this cover reveal and giveaway.
I love the Cover! I also love how original the plot is. I can’t wait to read it.
Such a beautiful cover!!!. Love the premise! Those are power statement! can’t wait to know what transpires
I love the cover. It looks wonderful.
I’m so excited over a new Karalynne Mackrory coming. This one sounds pretty high angst, which is okay by me. I’ve just loved reading and rereading all your novels. I read Haunting Mr Darcy at least once a year.
The cover is divine. And the premise, oh my goodness. Can’t wait. Congratulations and great good luck Karalynne on your new book baby.
This story gave me nightmares. Seriously, I became claustrophobic just reading it. What an amazing story. The writing was beautiful.
Thanks Meredith, for hosting. Thanks to KaraLynne and Q&Q Publishing for the generous giveaway. Good luck to all in the drawing. Blessings everyone, stay safe, and healthy. Looks like COVID is not done with us yet. GRRR!