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In 1867 Paris, Russian Prince Ivan Volkonski becomes obsessed with the enigmatic dancer Lokita, whose performances convey raw emotion without words. A cunning ruse brings the prince and dancer together, culminating in promises of a Russian-themed ball.\nThe collection also follows Petrina, a headstrong young woman who defies her inherited expectations by challenging the indifferent Earl of Staverton, seeking to transform an arranged marriage into a passionate union. These intertwined tales blend romance, historical setting, and personal intrigue within an anthology of love and longing.
First publish date: 1978
Genre: General Fiction/Anthologies
Authors: Barbara Cartland
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