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Viscount Emilian St. Xavier, torn from his Romany mother's embrace as a boy, lives a life of privilege ignorant of the Gypsy whispers that haunt him. When a mob murders his mother, his world shatters, forcing him into a quest for vengeance. Ariella de Warenne, a young heiress of unquestioned lineage, rebels against her society’s frivolity and finds herself drawn to the charismatic Roma leader, Emilian. Their paths cross as the Roma camp materializes at Rose Hill, setting the stage for a dangerous love that defies every boundary.
A fierce battle of hearts and loyalties ensues: Emilian warns Ariella that he will seduce and destroy her, yet she remains steadfast, determined to fight for their perilous romance. Together they confront the deadly forces of hate and prejudice, while their attraction turns into a powerful force of change.
In this tale of historical intrigue, the thin line between obsession and passion blurs, challenging socially expected roles and bringing the perilous bonds of love to the forefront of their world.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Brenda Joyce
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