Longbourn

In this imaginative retelling of Pride and Prejudice, the story shifts focus from the upstairs estates to the bustling lives of the servants at Longbourn, led by housemaid Sarah. As the arrival of a mysterious new footman sparks change in their world, the novel explores romance, heartbreak, and intrigue behind the scenes of Regency England. Jo Baker offers a vivid, fully realized perspective that enriches the classic tale by delving into the often overlooked lives of the lower classes during the Napoleonic Wars.