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In the early 19th‑century English court of the Duke of Westhampton, a young wife—tucked away on his estate with little notice—seeks to capture the Duke’s affection by disguising herself as a lady. With a country wife and a town mistress in play, the young woman enters the world of Regency haut‑ton, using wit and charm to defy the traditions and secrecy surrounding the Duke’s romantic life. The story unfolds as she navigates societal expectations, courtly intrigue, and her own aspirations for love and recognition.
First publish date: 1979
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Caroline Courtney
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