Finding Jane Austen — R.J. Weinkam

A biographical novel for the true Jane Austen fan. FINDING JANE AUSTEN explores Jane's life during the important transition periods during which she regains her interest in writing and then, just before her death, experiences some hint of fame. FINDING JANE AUSTEN relates many events of Jane's life when and where they occurred. Jane, her friends, her family, are all present. Along the way, Jane befriends two well equipped, but wildly misplaced time travelers who struggle to find their way in Regency England. She discovers their secret and is amazed by their modern technology. A curious event rekindles her interest in writing, even before she moves away to dull, little Chawton. Then years later, at the height of her career, having published her fourth novel, life's fate turns against her - family troubles, then a fatal illness. She reconnects with her twenty-first century friends, but their medical supplies are exhausted, and they can no longer treat her illness. They do, however, have the knowledge of their time, and are able to enjoy with Jane a glimpse of her future fame. By the author of MEETING ELIZABETH â€" Pride and Prejudice Inspired.