Persuasion

Set in early 19th-century England, the story revolves around Anne Elliot, a woman who grapples with the societal pressures of love and marriage. Years after being persuaded to break off her engagement with Captain Frederick Wentworth, she encounters him again, igniting a complex exploration of regret, second chances, and the enduring nature of love. The novel delves into themes of social class, the impact of time on relationships, and the struggle for personal happiness amidst societal expectations.