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The Bennets: Providence & Perception Kindle Edition

4.4 out of 5 stars 158 ratings

Either ignored or ridiculed by her family, Mary Bennet desires only happiness—

Poor Miss Bennet—with three sisters married, she will no doubt be left “on the shelf” unless she takes steps to secure her own happiness. So, with the arrival of Mr. Yarby, a handsome new rector for Longbourn chapel, Mary decides to use her Biblical knowledge to win his heart.

Meanwhile, her recently widowed fatherfinds himself falling for the older sister of his new reverend. But Mr. Bennet is officially in mourning for his late wife—what a scandalous situation! Unfortunately, Longbourn’s heir, Mr. Collins, has the antennae for a scandal and makes blackmail threats.

Will an overheard conversation between the Yarby siblings break Mary’s heart? Or will it impel her to a desperate act that threatens everyone’s hopes for lasting love?

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0BYMDYBR8
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ March 20, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.9 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 234 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 158 ratings

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K. C. Cowan
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Author Bios

KC Cowan has spent her life working in the media, as a reporter for KGW-TV, KPAM and KLX-radio, and as original host and story producer for an arts program on Public Television. She is also the author of two books: “The Riches of a City” the story of Portland, Oregon, and “They Ain’t Called Saints for Nothing!” with artist Chris Haberman. She is married and happily lives in her hometown.

Sara Cole is an officer with Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office, where she is the Crime Prevention Coordinator. Sara provides public outreach to citizens on topics such as Neighborhood Watch, ID Theft and Personal Safety. She also serves on many community coalitions, and is a board member of the Crime Prevention Association of Oregon. Sara is married and enjoys spending much of her free time with her two active grandchildren.

Nancy Danner is the daughter of a shoemaker and a teacher. Nancy is a teacher, and for the past fourteen years has taught in a blended class of hearing and hearing-impaired students. Nancy's love of music has her singing in church choirs, directing children's musicals, and writing songs for her students. Nancy's family includes two grown children, Sean and Clarice, and a loving husband, Rodney.

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Customers find this book to be a delightful page-turner with good character development and writing style. The story receives positive feedback, with one customer noting its believable plot progression.

11 customers mention "Readability"11 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a delightful page-turner, with one customer noting it's a nice light summer read.

"Absolutely loved this book! Wonderful way to continue my enjoyment of Austen's "Pride and Prejudice." A real page-turner. Didn't want to put it down." Read more

"A decent read. SPOILERS - Mary is flawed. Sometimes, it seems she is more a reader of the word than a doer. - Poor Mr. Bennet...." Read more

"A very unique variation they centers . Mary and Mr Bennet. I really enjoyed seeing, reading about Mary blossoming with love...." Read more

"What a delightful way to spend my day. Mary blossomed. We were rid of Mrs. Bennet and her nerves. . Lydia and Wickham were worse than ever...." Read more

7 customers mention "Story quality"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the story quality of the book, with one customer noting its believable plot development and another mentioning its engaging twists.

"...Terrific! I loved every minute of it and didn't want it to end. Great story, I was reading snippets to my husband...." Read more

"A really interesting and enjoyable story. Well written." Read more

"...There is no Caroline to endure. The plot was believable as it played out. And everyone received their just deserts." Read more

"...But, I recognize the time period and characters. I found the story interesting...." Read more

4 customers mention "Character development"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...I enjoyed how well this book was written and how the author understood the characters and Regency era...." Read more

"...and Prejudice fans and this continuation involving the lesser characters is brilliant...." Read more

"...The characters were very human with their struggles. Love the cover art—so period appropriate...." Read more

"Nice enjoyable read for a summers day. Good character development" Read more

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Customers appreciate the writing style of the book.

"A really interesting and enjoyable story. Well written." Read more

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Top reviews from the United States

  • Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2025
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    Absolutely loved this book! Wonderful way to continue my enjoyment of Austen's "Pride and Prejudice." A real page-turner. Didn't want to put it down.
  • Reviewed in the United States on March 23, 2023
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    The task of pastoral ministry, above all else, is to arrange contingencies for an encounter with the divine. ~ Dietrich Bonhoeffer

    Our story opens as Mrs. Bennet departs for an extended visit with her youngest daughter in northern England. Mr. Bennet, Mary, and Kitty remain in Meryton since Mr. Bennet is seeking a rector for the church under his patronage.

    He invites a likely candidate for an interview and quickly makes a decision. Mr. Robert Yarby and his widowed sister, Mrs. Amelia Winters, will move into the parsonage as soon as possible.

    Then Mr. Bennet receives tragic news from the Wickhams: Mr. Yarby must prepare a funeral service for Mrs. Bennet.

    Alas, Mr. Yarby is not the only cleric looking for a more favorable position.

    Four years ago, Fitzwilliam Darcy chose to marry Elizabeth Bennet instead of Anne de Bourgh, and Lady Catherine de Bourgh blames the Rev. William Collins.

    Mr. Collins no longer enjoys the closeness to Rosings — or the dinners — and he fears his patroness’s displeasure. Now his uneasiness has become horror with a letter from Lady Catherine: “For some time now, I have found myself ill at ease with your handling of Hunsford Parish. Your sermons are flat and uninspired, and I have observed many a dreary face in the congregation depart the church week after week. Clearly, you are not lifting any of the parish members towards a higher awareness of God. … I have spoken to the bishop, and he agrees that you are to be released from your post as rector of Hunsford at once.”

    Mr. and Mrs. Collins must move into Lucas Lodge to live with her parents until Collins is able to find another church. He covets the job that Mr. Bennet just gave to Mr. Yarby. He is not above blackmail to get it.

    Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching. ~ 1 Timothy 5:17

    Collins creates the only conflict in this little love story — love for the first time and also love the second time around.

    The book has strong religious themes, especially in discussions between Mary Bennet and Mr. Yarby. Mary must confront her failings for the first time in her life. I loved this realistic look at Mary’s inner dilemmas.

    I had only one issue with the book: it was not that easy to remove a pastor from a church once he was installed. Lady Catherine’s note says the Bishop agreed, but I think a cleric would have had to commit a much more egregious error than merely giving dull sermons and failing to keep the roads in repair. However, that issue did not keep me from enjoying the story.

    Much of pastoral ministry is simply reminding your people who they are in Christ, again and again. ~ Sinclair Ferguson
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  • Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2025
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    A really interesting and enjoyable story.
    Well written.
  • Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2023
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    A decent read.

    SPOILERS
    - Mary is flawed. Sometimes, it seems she is more a reader of the word than a doer.
    - Poor Mr. Bennet. He has a daughter who tries to steal from him. A son-in-law who tries to kill him. A daughter that attempts to destroy his relationship with the woman he loves. Another daughter that isn't happy for his newfound love. A cousin tries to manipulate him, and a family friend who doesn't mind seeing Mr. Bennet six feet under because it would benefit her. Geez!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2025
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    A very unique variation they centers . Mary and Mr Bennet. I really enjoyed seeing, reading about Mary blossoming with love. Antagonist Collins behaving badly. Although he is not the only one. Recommend
  • Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2023
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    What a delightful way to spend my day. Mary blossomed. We were rid of Mrs. Bennet and her nerves. . Lydia and Wickham were worse than ever. And Collins was more despicable than usual, as was Lady Catherine. There is no Caroline to endure. The plot was believable as it played out. And everyone received their just deserts.
    3 people found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2023
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    The Bennets is perfect for anyone who loves all things Austen! It picks up some years after Lizzy and Jane Bennet are happily settled in their new lives, with Kitty and Mary still at home. After Mrs. Bennet dies in a fatal accident, and a new rector and his widowed sister arrive at Longbourn parish, all sorts of possibilities open up. I enjoyed how well this book was written and how the author understood the characters and Regency era. Also, I love the cover – reminiscent of the original illustrations of Jane Austen’s books. Highly recommend!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2024
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    I have not been a Jane Austen reader. But, I recognize the time period and characters. I found the story interesting. I look forward to sharing it with my best friend and my granddaughter, both who are Austen devotees!

Top reviews from other countries

  • Claudine Sinz
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely!
    Reviewed in Germany on February 26, 2024
    Format: KindleVerified Purchase
    A truly enjoyable story! Mr. Bennet has a second chance at finding a much better wife and Mary’s story is very touching. Absolutely charming! I loved it!

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