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During the festive season in Regency society, Lady Julia Whitney finds herself at a crossroads: her ideal suitor refuses to propose, and the social clock is ticking. Determined to secure a marriage by Christmas, she concocts a bold plan that brings her face-to-face with Captain Dunbar. Though initially wary of his sharp wit and adventurous spirit, Julia discovers that her feelings for the captain run deeper than a mere social arrangement. As the couple navigates masquerades, mistletoe, and the expectations of their class, they learn that true affection can flourish beneath the most unexpected circumstances, proving that the greatest gifts are often found in love, not in material form.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Annie Burrows
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