Poor Annie could not enjoy her romance to the full because of over-work.

The girl lost flesh and Margaret knew why.

Preparing one's trousseau, living in a love affair, and writing a book, are rather strenuous, when undertaken at the same time.
It was February when Annie and Von Rosen were married and the wedding was very quiet.

Annie had over-worked, but her book was published, and was out-selling _The Poor Lady_.

It also was published anonymously, but Margaret knew, she knew even from the reviews.