Books like The Betrothal by Arnette Lamb
Set in the bustling spa town of Bath in 1739, "The Betrothal" follows the reluctant love affair between Blake Chesterfield, a shadowy nobleman, and Marjorie Entwhistle, a woman determined to escape his grasp. Haunted by blackmail and a hidden secret, Blake and Marjorie confront the stringent social customs of their time, daring to wager their lives and futures on a passion that defies expectation. Their story unfolds against the backdrop of Bathβs opulent salons and secretive underworld, where fidelity, betrayal, and destiny intersect.
The novel explores themes of reputation, secrecy, and the transformative power of love, offering readers a glimpse into historical Regency society and the personal struggles that shape it.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Arnette Lamb
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