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Set in the 1960s, this romance story follows a young Portuguese orphan who stows away on a ship. Amidst sea voyages and unpredictable encounters, the tale explores themes of identity, adventure, and love on the high seas.
First publish date: 1960
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Barbara Cartland
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