My books include the bestselling Darcy series – six historical romantic comedies set in the world of Jane Austen, and a contemporary novel, Writing Jane Austen. These were inspired by my love of Jane Austen – her heroes, her heroines and her wicked sense of humour. FUN FACTS - Born in Chile; educated by Benedictine nuns in Calcutta, Fabians in London, and Inklings at Oxford. - She is the daughter of a diplomat and a spy. - Founded a youth orchestra now celebrating its twentieth anniversary.