Learned by Heart

In "Learned by Heart," bestselling author Emma Donoghue presents the true story of Anne Lister and Eliza Raine, two girls who forge a secret and passionate love at a 19th-century boarding school in York. Based on extensive research and Lister's extensive journal, this emotionally charged novel explores themes of identity, desire, and heartbreak as the two young women navigate their complex relationship. With its deeply compelling narrative, the book promises not only a rich historical backdrop but also a profound exploration of love that transcends societal boundaries.