An alternate imagining of Mrs. Gaskell's story, assuming Margaret had been hurt more seriously on the day of the riot. Intertwines elements of both the book and the BBC series, but focuses less on angst and more on the relationship of John and Margaret. Disclaimer: I do not own these characters, but am only presuming to borrow them for a while.

What if Margaret Hale did look back at Mr. Thornton as she was about to leave Milton after the death of her parents? The story continues after Margaret visits the Thorntons to say goodbye and to give Mr. Thornton her father's book. Book and series based.

John and Margaret's wedded bliss; or, John and Margaret's strife and suffering. An often dramatic, sometimes smutty account of the Thornton marriage. Influenced by both Gaskell and BBC.

Lizzy Bennet was never so insulted in her life. Mr. Darcy was never more captivated. A Modern P&P dedicated to readers seeking a faithful portrayal of our beloved characters. Mostly canon-compliant, but completely re-imagined! A good story for Regency fans who don't normally like Modern AU. Rated T for language and mild sexual content (so far.)

What if Charles Bingley had an older, wiser and more determined older brother who visited Netherfield Park when Elizabeth was there nursing Jane?

This was just a short little one-shot imagining the conversation between Thornton and Margaret after she went home with him on the northbound train, but it turned into a full fledged story. This is just the first three chapters. The full story can be found on Amazon under the title Common Ground, by Elaine Owen.

Margaret Hale never thought she would ever find happiness in the dirty, smokey Milton she now called home. Due to her own stubbornness, Margaret finds herself being saved by a tall, dark, handsome stranger. A shocking curiosity is awoken within her; one she cannot and would not ignore. Will she find her savior before it's too late? Margaret/Thornton retold.

And he knew on this Christmastide, he was a man well-blessed.

Margaret Hale has the world at her feet, and all she wants is to go home again. Written for Rare Pair Fest 2015.

A collection of light hearted one shots, because we need straight sugar rotting fluff sometimes. Open to requests.

What was going through Lizzy's mind in that eternal moment between her rejection of Darcy and his retreat? Heated, fervent hatred and perhaps something else? Based on the scene in the movie adaptation where Darcy confesses his love in the rain. Smut, character study. Canon-compliant and period-compliant.

Oneshot, after the book/drama. A glimpse at the first time the two get chance to be alone together since the wedding preparations started. Bit cute, bit fun.

Sometimes, Margaret enjoys being in charge. (PWP)

"It's still the same old story, a fight for love and glory, a case of do or die. The world will always welcome lovers as time goes by" - Herman Hupfeld. This is a continuation of the novel with light 2004 movie influences. I do not own the lyrics to As Time Goes By or the world and characters of Elizabeth Gaskell.

While he is visiting the Hales, Mr. Thornton and Margaret have an unexpected conversation. Will this change their relationship as events in Milton unfold?

It took a lie to make Margaret Hale realize the truth. It took admitting the truth to expose her weakness, and overcoming her weakness to find the strength to heal. Movie inspired thanks to a rainy day off but with strong notes of the book added. CHAPTER 2 SPELLING ERRORS FIXED! Apologies for uploading the unedited doc.

a much earlier reconciliation, pairing John Thornton/Margaret Hale - Disclaimer: I do not own the character of this story. They all belong Elizabeth Gaskell/BBC.

Margaret Hale and John Thornton find their "relationship" the talk of Milton and have no choice but to marry.

"There?" he whispers in her ear and, sure enough, he feels her grip tighten. - COMPLETE! -

Margaret, living in London after the death of her parents, is invited to accompany Mr Bell to Helstone. With high expectations she journeys to her childhood home not realising that her visit would result in an unexpected meeting. A meeting that could prove the most important of her life.

Margaret DOES look back...and comes to an astonishing realization.

Begins with the last line of the novel, extending the story by about half an hour.

From 'North & South'. A series-based look at John and Margaret's reunion.

-Book version with a bit of liberty taken for a more emotional ending. Fluff!- When Margaret Hale asks Mr. Bell to explain her lie to John Thornton, he goes out of his way to travel to Milton and do so. Mr. Thornton's strong passions are reawakened.

From Elizabeth Gaskell's 'North and South'. Mr Thornton makes a business proposition of his own. Major M/T fluff.

From Elizabeth Gaskell's 'North & South'. Margaret, troubled at the thought of what Mr. Thornton must think of her, decides to go to him and explain why she lied to the police inspector, hoping to regain his good opinion.

North and South fanfiction. Follows BBC miniseries. ONE-SHOT. Set after the train ride, before arriving at Marlborough Mill. What were John and Margaret's thoughts as they began their life together?