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Self-Control- A Novel

Self-Control- A Novel

Written by: Mary Brunton
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 In Self-Control, we follow the poignant journey of Laura Montreville, a well-bred and devout young woman raised in the picturesque landscapes of Scotland by her widowed father. When the charming yet notorious Colonel Hargrave proposes marriage, Laura, naive to his true nature, initially refuses, offering him two years to mend his wicked ways. The novel intricately weaves Lauras struggles with poverty, illness, and humiliation, all while being relentlessly pursued by Hargrave, who is unwilling to wait and soon reveals his true colors. Join Laura as she navigates the trials of love, faith, and self-discovery. - (Summary by Simon Evers)Copyright Romance Stories Social Sciences Spirituality
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  • 035 - Chapter 34

    035 - Chapter 34
    Feb 8 2026
    In Self-Control, we follow the poignant journey of Laura Montreville, a well-bred and devout young woman raised in the picturesque landscapes of Scotland by her widowed father. When the charming yet notorious Colonel Hargrave proposes marriage, Laura, naive to his true nature, initially refuses, offering him two years to mend his wicked ways. The novel intricately weaves Lauras struggles with poverty, illness, and humiliation, all while being relentlessly pursued by Hargrave, who is unwilling to wait and soon reveals his true colors. Join Laura as she navigates the trials of love, faith, and self-discovery. - (Summary by Simon Evers)
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    31 mins
  • 034 - Chapter 33

    034 - Chapter 33
    Feb 7 2026
    In Self-Control, we follow the poignant journey of Laura Montreville, a well-bred and devout young woman raised in the picturesque landscapes of Scotland by her widowed father. When the charming yet notorious Colonel Hargrave proposes marriage, Laura, naive to his true nature, initially refuses, offering him two years to mend his wicked ways. The novel intricately weaves Lauras struggles with poverty, illness, and humiliation, all while being relentlessly pursued by Hargrave, who is unwilling to wait and soon reveals his true colors. Join Laura as she navigates the trials of love, faith, and self-discovery. - (Summary by Simon Evers)
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    32 mins
  • 033 - Chapter 32

    033 - Chapter 32
    Feb 6 2026
    In Self-Control, we follow the poignant journey of Laura Montreville, a well-bred and devout young woman raised in the picturesque landscapes of Scotland by her widowed father. When the charming yet notorious Colonel Hargrave proposes marriage, Laura, naive to his true nature, initially refuses, offering him two years to mend his wicked ways. The novel intricately weaves Lauras struggles with poverty, illness, and humiliation, all while being relentlessly pursued by Hargrave, who is unwilling to wait and soon reveals his true colors. Join Laura as she navigates the trials of love, faith, and self-discovery. - (Summary by Simon Evers)
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    29 mins
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