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Set in the 18th‑century Georgian countryside, this romantic tale follows the unlikely union of Susanna Warwick, a 14‑year‑old daughter of a squire destined for an affluent marriage, and Adam Blackwell, a local carpenter’s son. After Adam heroically rescues Susanna from danger deep in the forest, a spark of attraction ignites between them. Their love, however, is tested by the rigid social expectations and marriage customs of the era, forcing both to confront their desires and the constraints that bind them.
Through lush descriptions of Georgian society, the story explores themes of duty, class, and the courage required to pursue a forbidden romance. The narrative balances historical authenticity with the universal longing for connection, making the characters' struggles resonate beyond their time and place.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Anne Herries
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