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When childhood arrangements pair heiress Cassandra Sherburn with the heir of the Duke of Alchester, unforeseen deaths postpone their match. Determined to marry for love rather than convenience, Cassandra escapes society’s constraints, travels to London, and disguises herself as a Gaiety Theater actress to win the Duke’s affection. Her bold plan places her in dangerous circumstances, yet her resolve showcases her defiance of Victorian conventions and her pursuit of genuine romance.
First publish date: 1975
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Barbara Cartland
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