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Miss Hannah Whittier, a proper young lady, is thrust into an uncomfortable position as the only woman aboard a British man‑of‑war. The ship’s commander, Captain Sir Daniel Spark, wields authority and charm that draw Hannah into a perilous emotional tide. As the salty air reshapes her feelings, she must navigate the delicate balance between duty and desire while the looming threat of scandal threatens to upend both her reputation and the crew’s harmony.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Carla Kelly
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