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Sense and Sensibility

by Jane Austen

1811 · 409 pages · Joe Books Ltd

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When Marianne Dashwood meets the charming John Willoughby, she's convinced she's found her perfect match—but her practical sister Elinor fears her romantic impulsiveness will lead to heartbreak and scandal. While Marianne wears her feelings openly, Elinor quietly battles her own disappointed love, trapped between what she wants and what society demands. Together, these sisters navigate a world where money and status matter more than matters of the heart, learning that the path to true happiness requires both passionate feeling and careful judgment. It's a beautifully layered exploration of love, sisterhood, and growing up that still feels remarkably modern.

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