178Tired of Waiting for You » by Laina Lee
Although Anne broke her engagement with Frederick, she still expects a successful Frederick will return for her eventually and so decides to take steps to prepare herself for their long-awaited future. Her dreams are answered when Sophia Croft acts on Frederick's behalf to bring Anne to him. We've finally gotten to their WEDDING! I won't quite finish in 2024, but got close.
T, English, Romance & Hurt/Comfort, chapters: 55, words: 139k+, favs: 60, follows: 134, updated: 8h published: 10/21/2018
1The Art of Knowing Our Own Nothingness by maembe13
In the fall of 1814, Henry Tilney visits Somersetshire… and Anne Elliot makes a new friend. Louisa Musgrove does not fall and Frederick Wentworth ... still struggles to be gallant. A story of second attachments, new beginnings, and alternate endings. A.K.A. The story where I throw a random Northanger character into the plot of Persuasion to see if it explodes.
K+, English, Family & Hurt/Comfort, words: 4k+, favs: 2, follows: 5, 12/29/2024
Persuasion Drabbles » by BadAtNamesAndFaces
100 word drabbles based on Jane Austen's Persuasion
K+, English, chapters: 3, words: 310, favs: 2, follows: 3, updated: 10/19/2024 published: 6/16/2024
9 The Dowager Lady Elliot by maembe13
It was the year 1800 when Sir Walter Elliot of Kellynch Hall died, leaving his wife and three daughters behind...
K, English, Family, words: 3k+, favs: 6, follows: 3, 9/17/2024
4 Friendship or Marriage? by ANGSWIN
Anne and Charles have been friends for their entire lives. Now...even though they are not in love...Charles wants to get married for both of their convenience. Anne, however, is not so sure. (Based on 2022 movie adaptation)
T, English, Friendship & Family, words: 2k+, favs: 3, follows: 1, 7/26/2024
252 A Leaf of the Tree » by Layer Quake
(Previously titled Two Ice Cold Rootbeers) Anne Elliot has spent the last five years in regret. When Ahmir Wentworth comes back into her life, it's time for some major reevaluation. Complete.
T, English, Romance, chapters: 23, words: 77k+, favs: 142, follows: 96, updated: 7/14/2024 published: 8/6/2006
4 Fortune Favors the Cold by maembe13
Captain Frederick Wentworth comes upon a terrible carriage accident. He heroically intervenes to rescue Miss Elliot from the wreckage. Unfortunately, it rains. Fortunately, there is a conveniently positioned cottage. Unfortunately, that means they are trapped in the cottage together and there is only one bed. Even more unfortunately, it's the wrong Miss Elliot. JAFF Trope Inversion
K, English, Humor & Parody, words: 5k+, favs: 1, follows: 6, 3/14/2024
1 The Broken Hourglass by BadAtNamesAndFaces
The new Mrs. Wentworth is seeing her husband's ship for the first time. [Written for day 4 of the 2024 February Ficlet Challenge]
K, English, words: 327, favs: 3, follows: 5, 2/4/2024
sea breeze by controlled climb
Even from a distance, Anne can see the flush on Louisa's cheeks.
K+, English, words: 323, favs: 3, follows: 4, 12/22/2023
3 The executor by vlammetje1
Captain Wentworth aids Mrs. Smith in recovering what's due to her.
T, English, Friendship & Suspense, words: 4k+, favs: 5, follows: 5, 12/18/2023
138Would I! » by mrswentworth1904
The year is '08 and Frederick Wentworth has returned to Kellynch. How will Anne Elliot take the news? What about the formidable Lady Russel and the smitten Charles Musgrove? Written as a follow on from 'When I Returned to England' but can also be read as a stand alone.
K, English, Romance, chapters: 37, words: 72k+, favs: 82, follows: 150, updated: 8/28/2023 published: 3/6/2019
5 Upon A Common Path by ANGSWIN
Frederick and Anne first met upon a common path near the edge of the village.
T, English, Romance, words: 628, favs: 1, follows: 4, 8/7/2023
5 Long Overdue Conversation by JenJBS
Frederick and Lady Russell have a long overdue conversation.
K, English, words: 674, favs: 4, follows: 4, 7/6/2023
21For All Those Whom We Love and Value » by Vaneria Potter
When Admiral and Mrs Croft leased Kellynch Hall, Mrs Croft's brother was not their only guest. The daughter of an Officer stationed in the East Indies, Phoebe Weirbrook had sailed to England to marry, only to be met with rejection. Dependant on the kindness of the Crofts, could the value of a friend make a difference in the lives of two women, both suffering disappointed hopes?
K+, English, Romance & Adventure, chapters: 9, words: 17k+, favs: 14, follows: 36, updated: 5/1/2023 published: 12/27/2022
14 My Ration for All Eternity » by Grignard
Based on Eva Ibbotson's A Countess Below Stairs. Sir Walter Elliot lost both his wife and middle daughter in Bath. Years later, housekeeper Anne is looking forward to her new employment at Kellynch Hall. The expected arrival of a young naval officer is sure to make one lucky woman happy beyond her wildest dreams.
K+, English, Romance & Drama, chapters: 6, words: 11k+, favs: 21, follows: 26, updated: 8/5/2022 published: 5/13/2022
6The Double Date by roothlace
Frederick Wentworth is determined to get over Anne Elliot; it been eight years after all, so he decides to start seeing Louisa Musgrove seriously. Sure, she young and they have nothing in common but it's time and she's available. It's a good solid plan which works until they go out on their official first date
K+, English, words: 839, favs: 4, follows: 16, 7/22/2022
Drabbles of Despondency and Vignettes of Vindication » by Kalee2332
A series of "Persuasion" based shorts that dig into various aspects of canon. There are a mix of modern and Regency settings, including a modern version of the Wentworth letter.
T, English, Drama & Family, chapters: 7, words: 7k+, favs: 1, follows: 7, updated: 7/3/2022 published: 5/29/2022
5If Only There Was A Word Called Adulting » by Kalee2332
A modern Persuasion "what-if", with Anne and Frederick deciding to remain engaged the first time around, instead of breaking up, while coping with all the challenges that broke them in canon - war-induced separation, a starter income, and family disapproval. Yet, in accordance with the song "Both Sides Now", they find bliss amidst all the struggles.
T, English, Romance & Family, chapters: 10, words: 99k+, favs: 4, follows: 10, updated: 5/14/2022 published: 12/17/2021
1 Can't Keep My Eyes From the Circling Sky » by Kalee2332
(Repost in new account with edits & new chapter notes) Modern Persuasion, told 50-50 from Frederick's and Anne's first person POVs. Sequel to "Just an Earth-Bound Misfit, I" with a bunch of canon and diversity Easter eggs, as well as a diverse soundtrack of songs. Frederick has left the military and is making his way both to becoming Captain Wentworth and his Anne again.
T, English, Romance & Family, chapters: 15, words: 75k+, favs: 7, follows: 7, 2/24/2022
2 Frederick's Fiasco by Kalee2332
A humorous modern take on the "I beg your pardon madam, this is your seat" scene in canon "Persuasion". From the same modern AU as "Can't Keep My Eyes From The Circling Sky", but with an alternative outcome that speeds things up a good deal.
T, English, Romance & Humor, words: 1k+, favs: 5, follows: 5, 1/27/2022
282 From Where You Are » by luna leigh
At 21, Anne had everything: good friends; the promise of an exciting career; love. Then everything fell apart. 8 years later finds Anne living a life she never imagined for herself, but the arrival of her ex-love is about to shake everything up again. A modern Persuasion where Anne is a pianist and teacher while Captain Wentworth made his fortune and fame as an actor.
T, English, Romance, chapters: 12, words: 69k+, favs: 287, follows: 191, updated: 1/22/2022 published: 2/19/2010
3 So, this is love by Rhea Olympus
One-shot. Frederick and Anne in post wedded bliss, a pre-dawn interlude.
T, English, Romance, words: 856, favs: 29, follows: 5, 1/22/2022
7Philia » by Rhea Olympus
An observation of the power of Philia (the love man has for his friends) as told through our favourite sailors. Previously uploaded as Moments from James and Fanny. Title revised thanks to the advice of a much appreciated review.
T, English, Romance & Friendship, chapters: 17, words: 28k+, favs: 5, follows: 7, updated: 1/21/2022 published: 1/20/2018
Just An Earth-Bound Misfit, I » by Kalee2332
(Repost in new account with edits) A modern-day Persuasion prequel, focusing on the depth of the young Anne and Frederick's love, and how hard they tried to do the right thing by each other. Yet, sadly, they face unfortunate circumstances that test them beyond their limits, young as they are, which is how they end up in Persuasion. Canon and diversity Easter Eggs abound!
T, English, Romance & Family, chapters: 15, words: 40k+, favs: 4, follows: 5, 1/15/2022
5 For She Would Never Alter by Kalee2332
This fic builds on the idea from BaymaCabo's one-shot, "Happy With Her Love". It branches off from the scenario where Anne is taken ill at the Great House, and takes a different route in which she is taken to Kellynch Hall to recover instead. As she recuperates, Captain Wentworth has some revelations that cleanse and heal his bitterness from the situation in the year six as well.
K+, English, Hurt/Comfort & Romance, words: 5k+, favs: 43, follows: 10, 1/10/2022