Folly is not always Folly, volume 1 of Jane & D’Arcy, reveals the rebellious, satirical spirit of Jane Austen. We see her tasting the Dissipations of London, we follow the history of her enduring romance with D’Arcy Wentworth, their first meeting, their family connections, their courtship and adventures.
Folly ends in 1806, Jane has moved from Bath to Southampton, while D’Arcy, in New South Wales, is awaiting the new governor, Captain Bligh. D’Arcy is confident Bligh will bring permission for him to take leave, to return to England and to Jane.