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In "Farewell to Love," newlywed Meredith Simmons Carlisle thinks she has found her perfect match in Ryan Carlisle. The illusion of romance bursts on their wedding day when she overhears a hurtful comment that reveals Ryan’s true feelings and his judgment of her. This confrontation sets Meredith on a path of self‑discovery and change; she can no longer imagine staying in a marriage built on unmet expectations and resentment. The novel explores the fragility of trust, the importance of self‑respect, and the courage needed to leave an unhappy relationship behind.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Jessica Steele
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