Persuasion (Hb) (Select Classics)

“You pierce my soul. I am half agony, half hope... I have loved none but you.”

The power of sincere love often brings miraculous second chances.

Anne Elliot, a thoughtful and introspective woman initially rejects the marriage proposal of Captain Frederick Wentworth eight years earlier. Anne, secretly harbouring affection for Frederick, regrets this decision taken under the influence of her family.

One fine day Frederick re-enters Anne’s life as a successful naval officer, now she grapples again with her desires and the opinions of others.

Captain Frederick Wentworth an honourable man, has hopeful and lingering affection for Anne, but won’t persuade her with tricks but only his character.

Will the power of Frederick’s love and sincerity win? Will Anne be able to look past society’s expectations and follow her heart?