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Lili Martingale, born with a curious and adventurous spirit, has always felt constrained by the routines of farm life. Encouraged by her family, she travels to London in hopes of blending into high society and securing a respectable marriage. However, Lili’s outspoken dislike of the ton’s conceit makes her unsuitable among the gentry, and her confrontational nature pushes many to consider her unfashionable. Meanwhile, Viscount Halpern, heir to the Marquisate of Braybourne, has yet to choose a partner from the many beauties he encounters each season. His encounter with Lili elicits a reaction of astonishment and admiration for her brash, no-nonsense demeanor. Though Halpern’s parents deem Lili far beneath his station, true love ultimately ignores such hierarchies. The novel follows their relationship as societal expectations clash with personal desire, showcasing a spirited romance set against the backdrop of Regency England.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Barbara Hazard
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