"Simply Love could be a good read for those who enjoy historical romance with complex characters. The story delves into themes of societal judgment, healing from past trauma, and the depth of love. Readers will appreciate the unconventional romance between Anne, a single mother haunted by a scandalous past, and Sydnam, a war-scarred reclusive veteran. Balogh's writing captures the nuances of the characters' emotions, creating a satisfying read for those who enjoy multi-layered romance novels."

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New York Times bestselling author Mary Balogh returns to the elegance and sensuality of Regency England, weaving a captivating tale of four remarkable women—friends and teachers at the exclusive Miss Martin's School for Girls ...Anne first spied him in the deepening dusk of a Wales evening—a lone figure of breathtaking strength, his handsome face branded by a secret pain. For teacher and single mother Anne Jewell, Sydnam Butler is a man whose sorrows—and passions—run deeper than she could have ever imagined. As steward of a remote seaside manor, Sydnam lives a reclusive existence. Yet he senses in Anne a kindred soul, and between these two wary hearts, desire stirs. Unable to resist the passion that has rescued them both, Anne and Sydnam share an afternoon of exquisite lovemaking. As scandal looms, suddenly the unwed mother and the war-scarred veteran must make a decision that could forever alter their lives ...

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