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 I love fanfic for Downton/Austen/Gaskell. This list is growing the more I read. I am an avid reader and wish that I could write. But alas I am not a writer... just a reader. Love all the stories out there. Some more than others. The stories that I love are ones that grab the reader. Take you on a path that you were not expecting or the introduction of new characters that you want to hear more about. I am a big fan of English period Dramas. A big Fan of Austen, Trollope, Bronte, Gaskell & Dickens. Love them all. |
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Suddenly I See by Imposters reviews
Darcy knows from his Second Sight that Elizabeth will one day be his wife. Of course, Elizabeth has no way of knowing his assurance is anything more than prideful conceit. Darcy's certainty will bring much uncertainty before it brings happiness to either.
Pride and Prejudice - Rated: T - English - Romance - Chapters: 30 - Words: 109,620 - Reviews: 710 - Favs: 778 - Follows: 627 - Updated: 1/20/2019 - Published: 3/23/2011 - Elizabeth, Mr. Darcy - Complete
A Very Modern Arrangement by Kavan reviews
After his injury and her engagement, Matthew and Mary move forward. Chapter 31 is up!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 32 - Words: 188,262 - Reviews: 486 - Favs: 163 - Follows: 308 - Updated: 11/22/2015 - Published: 10/21/2011 - Matthew C., Mary C.
Preferred Stock by Chickwriter reviews
The twenty-first century descendants of the Crawleys, now without titles, but ruling the new elites with far more power and wealth than Mary and Matthew could ever have imagined. Consider it the AU S55.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Chapters: 36 - Words: 131,257 - Reviews: 1114 - Favs: 387 - Follows: 382 - Updated: 12/23/2014 - Published: 2/8/2012 - Matthew C., Mary C. - Complete
A Jagged Line by iknowyou2 reviews
They say there's a thin line between love and hate. The line between Will and Lizzie is electrified, jagged, barb-wired, and has poison ivy growing around it. You see once upon a time Elizabeth Bennet and William Darcy secretly loved each other. But not now. Maybe waking up married in Vegas, and meddling friends & family can help with that. M for language and future lemons.
Pride and Prejudice - Rated: M - English - Romance/Humor - Chapters: 23 - Words: 44,660 - Reviews: 452 - Favs: 290 - Follows: 597 - Updated: 10/4/2014 - Published: 3/20/2013 - Elizabeth, Mr. Darcy
Spite and Scorn by AriMaye reviews
In 19th century America, Lizzy is an indentured servant to William Darcy. When a secret about her family is revealed to her, Lizzy must leave to go to England. Will her complicated relationship with Mr. Darcy stand the test of distance?
Pride and Prejudice - Rated: T - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 30 - Words: 84,050 - Reviews: 755 - Favs: 453 - Follows: 460 - Updated: 1/27/2014 - Published: 7/5/2012 - Elizabeth, Mr. Darcy - Complete
Love's Journey by The Yankee Countess reviews
The story and romance of Tom Branson and Lady Sybil Crawley is retold through a series of letters, diary entries, and personal POV thoughts, spanning from Branson's arrival at Downton in 1913, and ultimately leading to their journey to Ireland in (Part of the "Love's Journey Saga"-a *happily ever after* Downton universe) NOW COMPLETE!
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 175 - Words: 581,125 - Reviews: 1486 - Favs: 260 - Follows: 195 - Updated: 9/28/2013 - Published: 1/16/2012 - Sybil C., T. Branson - Complete
Interrogation by Aisling Yinyr Ngaio reviews
William was not joking when he arranged dinner between his aunt and his girlfriend's family. Post Ep99.
Web Shows - Rated: K - English - Humor - Chapters: 1 - Words: 1,513 - Reviews: 3 - Favs: 18 - Follows: 3 - Published: 4/4/2013 - Lizzie Bennet Diaries - Complete
Scapegoats II by paladin1916 reviews
M/M AU OTT OOC C34: Thanks
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Drama/Romance - Chapters: 34 - Words: 41,390 - Reviews: 96 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 29 - Updated: 3/6/2013 - Published: 11/17/2012 - Matthew C., Mary C. - Complete
With All The Time In The World by OrangeShipper reviews
They've put themselves in an impossible situation; far too soon for any sort of affection, let alone love. With all the time in the world, perhaps their relationship could develop. But do they have it? Sequel to Fuel on the Fire - an AU from episode 1x02
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 21 - Words: 85,617 - Reviews: 577 - Favs: 222 - Follows: 214 - Updated: 1/20/2013 - Published: 4/22/2012 - Matthew C., Mary C. - Complete
Love On Any Terms by R. Grace reviews
AU. Mary's decision to refuse Sir Richard's proposal leaves her without recourse when Mrs. Bates decides to sell her story to the press. Claiming that her ruin makes her unmarriageable, Mary convinces an injured Matthew to marry her and secure her future.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Hurt/Comfort - Chapters: 42 - Words: 138,130 - Reviews: 793 - Favs: 446 - Follows: 333 - Updated: 1/16/2013 - Published: 4/9/2012 - Matthew C., Mary C. - Complete
Grace by La Donna Ingenua reviews
An atrocious act somehow, someway leads to joy, love, & well...Grace./ AU Halfway through Xmas Special/Matthew & Mary's happy ending, even in a seemingly impossible situation. Complete.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 58 - Words: 310,299 - Reviews: 1047 - Favs: 401 - Follows: 238 - Updated: 10/31/2012 - Published: 2/26/2012 - Mary C., Matthew C. - Complete
I Will Love Thee Still, My Dear by Pemonynen reviews
A letter, written in fear and posted by accident, changes everything as Mary and Matthew rediscover their friendship during the war. S2 AU sequel to 'In Flanders Fields'.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Friendship/Romance - Chapters: 14 - Words: 59,192 - Reviews: 341 - Favs: 144 - Follows: 134 - Updated: 10/25/2012 - Published: 6/3/2012 - Mary C., Matthew C. - Complete
Scapegoats by paladin1916 reviews
M/M in AU. Very OOC.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 26 - Words: 55,534 - Reviews: 191 - Favs: 43 - Follows: 74 - Updated: 10/14/2012 - Published: 7/1/2012 - Matthew C., Mary C. - Complete
On wings of butterflies or eagles by On either side the river lie reviews
Post S2 Christmas Special-Missing scene before S3 (no spoilers). Breaking the news of their engagement to their families would never have been a typical event for Matthew and Mary. (I have borrowed my friends briefly from Fellowes, they will forever live with him)I always imagined that M/M may not have just announced their engagement blatantly, and this is the product. Enjoy!
Downton Abbey - Rated: K - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 4 - Words: 5,756 - Reviews: 22 - Favs: 50 - Follows: 3 - Published: 10/12/2012 - Mary C., Matthew C. - Complete
White Birds by lilabut reviews
"Were we only white birds, my beloved, buoyed out on the foam of the sea." - A tragic incident forces Sybil and Tom to return to Downton, but they soon realize that safety is not all that makes one feel secure.
Downton Abbey - Rated: M - English - Romance/Drama - Chapters: 11 - Words: 80,239 - Reviews: 94 - Favs: 58 - Follows: 45 - Updated: 10/5/2012 - Published: 5/18/2012 - Sybil C., T. Branson - Complete
Thirty Years by suddenlyseekingsansa reviews
A glimpse into the first thirty years of Mary & Matthew's marriage. Fluff & angst abound.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Family - Chapters: 16 - Words: 12,670 - Reviews: 53 - Favs: 30 - Follows: 50 - Updated: 9/13/2012 - Published: 7/19/2012 - Mary C., Matthew C.
Family Tree by GoldenMiniJ-17 reviews
Hannah Rowland discovers her ancestors in her school history class and decides to find out all she can about them. What she learns is truly inspiring and when trying to find out more by asking her family, her questions remain unanswered, creating a dangerous curiosity... Full summary inside.
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Chapters: 7 - Words: 11,817 - Reviews: 19 - Favs: 8 - Follows: 16 - Updated: 8/13/2012 - Published: 6/2/2012 - Sybil C., T. Branson
Now is the winter by paladin1916 reviews
Matthew & Mary in AU Season 2
Downton Abbey - Rated: T - English - Romance/Angst - Chapters: 19 - Words: 36,104 - Reviews: 72 - Favs: 65 - Follows: 27 - Updated: 8/21/2011 - Published: 8/3/2011 - Matthew C., Mary C. - Complete