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Lina, the energetic daughter of the Earl of Wallingham, seeks freedom from an arranged marriage by securing a position as a lady's maid. Her new role quickly turns perilously exciting when she becomes entangled in a scheme to swindle a notorious French rogue, the Duc de Saverne.
In this historical romance, Lina’s wit and courage are tested as she navigates intrigue and deception within the halls of English aristocracy, all while discovering her own path toward love and autonomy.
First publish date: November 1981
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Barbara Cartland
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