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The Heart of Bennet Hollow - by Joanne Bischof DeWitt
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- An Appalachian farmer's daughter and a wealthy businessman find a surprising love but must reckon with what divides them in this retelling of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice by the award-winning author of The Lady and the Lionheart.New River, Virginia.
- Author(s): Joanne Bischof DeWitt
- 368 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Christian
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"An Appalachian farmer's daughter and a wealthy businessman find a surprising love but must reckon with what divides them"-- Provided by publisher.Book Synopsis
An Appalachian farmer's daughter and a wealthy businessman find a surprising love but must reckon with what divides them in this retelling of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice by the award-winning author of The Lady and the Lionheart.New River, Virginia. 1904. Lizbeth Bennet longs to preserve her family's farm, securing a future for her and her sisters, a difficult task in their Appalachian coal mining town. Money is scarce, and Lizbeth is determined to find a way without giving up treasured pieces of her family's legacy. But when the mine is put up for sale, it's clear change is approaching. A contingent of coal barons descends on the town to investigate whether the mine is worth their investment, among them a young man rumored to be a very rich, eligible bachelor.
William Drake arrives focused on business and keeping his distance from the townspeople, especially those living on land entangled with the mine, including a farmer by the name of Bennet. As William digs through legal issues, his struggle to weigh the potential financial gain against what is right for the community grows more complicated when he meets one of the Bennet daughters.
Despite an awkward first meeting, Lizbeth and William continue to cross paths, and soon Lizbeth questions her first impression of the man she believed to be proud and indifferent. But just as their friendship begins to evolve, a revelation shakes Lizbeth's tenuous trust, and she learns all may not be as it seems. To determine what is true, and step toward a love she's barely dared dream of, Lizbeth must confront her own prejudices . . . and decide whether the future she's always imagined is the one her heart truly wants most after all.
- An inspirational historical romance retelling of Pride and Prejudice for fans of Julie Klassen, Sally Britton, and Sarah E. Ladd
- A clever, clean love story
- Southern historical fiction in the vein of Michelle Shocklee and Pepper Basham
- Includes discussion questions for book clubs
Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.88 Inches (W) x 1.27 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.08 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 368
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Christian
Publisher: Tyndale Fiction
Theme: Romance, Historical
Format: Hardcover
Author: Joanne Bischof DeWitt
Language: English
Street Date: October 7, 2025
TCIN: 1004095112
UPC: 9798400502231
Item Number (DPCI): 247-20-2347
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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29 October, 2025
A Perfect Adaptation!
The Heart of Bennet Hollow is a lovely adaptation that meshes an original storyline with the “feels” of P&P. Well done! The setting— A small coal mining town in the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia during a favorite time frame-1904. This book was well researched (as are all of Bischof Dewitt’s books) so I enjoyed learning from this historical perspective. The MCs— I dare say Mister Drake is as swoonworthy as Mister Darcy in both character and respectability, while Lizbeth possesses the heart of Lizzy Bennet when it comes to family, the down trodden and innocent. Their assumptions and misconceptions lead them to butt heads more than once. Perfectly written! Thank you, thank you— I was glad that Bischof Dewitt kept most of the story to Lizbeth and William and for the most part, of which I am not a fan, left out a lot regarding Lizbeth’s younger sister. She is still annoying, immature and headstrong (bravo) but there are not too many pages wasted on her. Again, Caroline Hewitt is a go-to for southern fiction. The accents are authentic and the characters distinct. Another enjoyable listen. This book is suitable for teens and older with no inappropriate intimate scenes and no bad language. I received this book from the author/publisher free of charge, with no expectation of a positive review. I also purchased the audiobook.
4 out of 5 stars
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Recommended
The Heart of Bennet Hollow is an Appalachian retelling of Pride and Prejudice. The daughter of a semi-retired geologist for the mining industry, Lizbeth Bennet, longs to help her father save the family farm and especially her beloved livestock. Socially awkward William Drake was one of several coal barons looking into purchasing the New River mine. He was, unfortunately, the only coal baron considering the well-being of the townspeople, the miners, and the farmers whose land was entangled with the mine. Meeting Lizbeth had only served to deepen that concern. Having read The Heart of Bennet Hollow, I have now checked out Pride and Prejudice and look forward to reading the original story. I had always thought about reading it; The Heart of Bennet Hollow inspired me to carry through. Joanne Bischof DeWitt does a wonderful job of showing understanding and respect to a culture that is often stereotyped and belittled. This story of family, romance, stewardship, and care was a charming read. I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy from Tyndale House Publishers via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.