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Chapter 5

Mary begins to flourish in London society, but a run-in with an old rival and troubling news from home threaten her growing confidence and force her to face up to the past.

Mary prepares for her official debut in London society, buoyed by her friendship with Ann and the attentions of Mr Ryder. But a run-in with old rival Caroline Bingley threatens Mary鈥檚 growing confidence. Mary faces up to Caroline at a dinner party, but just as things seem to be going in the right direction for Mary, an urgent message from home throws everything into uncertainty.

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Mary Bennet Ella Bruccoleri
Mrs Gardiner Indira Varma
Mr Ryder Laurie Davidson
Mr Hayward Donal Finn
Mr Gardiner Richard Coyle
Ann Baxter Varada Sethu
Miss Caroline Bingley Tanya Reynolds
Marianne Gardiner Roisin Bhalla
George Gardiner Reggie Absolom
Rebecca Gardiner Jasmine Sharp
Louisa Hurst Lucinda Dryzek
Mr Hurst Fergus Craig
Executive Producer Kate Crowther
Executive Producer Janice Hadlow
Executive Producer Becca Kinder
Executive Producer Sarah Quintrell
Executive Producer Jane Tranter
Writer Sarah Quintrell
Producer John Pocock
Director Jennifer Sheridan

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