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Megan O'Neill, newly appointed governess at Grayhaven Manor, notices an eerie black rainbow arcing over the estate’s towers—an ominous warning to stay away. Yet the Mandeville family's warmth shields her from fear, while her fascination with her handsome, enigmatic employer deepens. As desire escalates, Megan discovers that the shadows within Grayhaven hold dark secrets, forcing her into a perilous situation where escape may be impossible.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Suspense/Romantic Suspense
Authors: Barbara Michaels
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