Kitty Bennet’s Ruin

A gorgeous Regency romp of a novel from Eliza Austin, perfect for fans of Bridgerton!

Pemberley Presents...

Lizzy Darcy’s spring house party is becoming a Pemberley tradition and this year Lizzy will have the pleasure of all her sisters’ company. She is apprehensive at the thought of her mother, Mrs Bennet and the formidable Lady Catherine De Burgh being at Pemberley at the same time especially, as there is to be an exciting announcement from Lizzie’s sister Kitty.

Richard Turner, recently promoted to the rank of major, plans to propose to Kitty during the course of the party. But when his father makes the long journey to Derbyshire with disquieting news about their family’s future prospects, Richard is put under considerable pressure to marry a lady of means. Richard must choose between his family and his heart’s desire.

But when Kitty disappears under mysterious circumstances, the house party is left in uproar! Who could have taken Kitty and can she be found before her reputation and her hopes are ruined forever…

A sparkling continuation of Pride and Prejudice perfect for fans of Julia Quinn, Eloisa James and Mary Balogh

Please note: This book was originally published as Kitty Bennet's Despair.

"Kitty Bennet’s Ruin" was written by Eliza Austin.

Eliza Austin is a pen name of British writer Wendy Soliman. Wendy was a bestseller across gritty revenge thrillers, cozy mystery and Regency romances with award-winning publisher Boldwood Books. She passed away in 2026.