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Miss Onyx Hamilton stands on the cusp of a "perfect" marriage to the respectable Andrew Littletree, whose admiration for her virtue and beauty allows him to overlook her modest background and lack of family ties. Just as Onyx prepares to commit, the handsome and aristocratic Major Jack Beresford appears, offering a dramatic contrast to her sheltered life. With his wealth and status, Beresford seems unlikely to pursue her. Yet Onyx feels compelled to yield her heart to this unlikely suitor, defying social conventions and her own expectations. Set amid the social nuances and customs of Regency England, the novel explores love, duty, and the unpredictable nature of attraction.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Carla Kelly
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