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Set in Regency England, this historical romance follows Eleanor Tennant, a dedicated guardian, who vows to find a perfect suitor for her niece Belinda. The story weaves themes of love, social propriety, and the clash between tradition and personal desire. As Belinda’s attraction to the notorious rake Geoffrey Barkwith complicates matters, Eleanor’s investigation into the mysterious voice of advice leads to surprising discoveries that challenge expectations.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Candice Hern
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