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Captain Frederick Wentworth, a seasoned ship captain, spends his shore leave in England where he first meets the elegant and intelligent Miss Anne Elliot. Their burgeoning affection is interrupted by Anne’s godmother, and Wentworth’s long‑term ambitions are put on hold. Eight years later, his naval career has propelled him to wealth and prominence, yet he can still recall the impression Anne left on his mind. Their paths cross again, and though Anne’s youthful bloom has dimmed, Wentworth realises that his admiration for her wit and warmth remains unchanged. The diary offers a reflective look at how love, duty, and time intertwine in Regency‑era England.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Amanda Grange
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