Jann Rowland

When Mr. Hurst returns to Netherfield just days before Christmas, the last thing anyone expects is for him to change the lives of those around him-least of all Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet. Once dismissed as idle and indifferent, Hurst surprises society by showing both wisdom and heart. As he observes the strained relations between his friends and the Bennet family, he begins to intervene in quiet but decisive ways.
His efforts, born of regret and newfound purpose, set in motion a chain of events that might mend what pride and misunderstanding once tore apart. In a season of reflection and renewal, even the most unlikely gentleman can become a catalyst for love. Mr. Hurst's Return is a heart-warming Pride and Prejudice variation that proves redemption, friendship, and courage can sometimes be found where they are least expected.
It is Book Two in the Netherfield Returns series, a collection of standalone novels exploring how each member of the Netherfield party finds a second chance at love.