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The Masquerading Heart follows identical twins Serenity and Sylyana, whose uncanny resemblance draws the attention of strangers but also creates a fragile bond. When Sylyana is invited to London by her long‑absent godmother, Serenity steps in for the Season, believing it will keep Sylyana safe until she can return to the Cotswolds where she loves.
In London, Serenity faces a former admirer who once teased her, and she must outwit him with wit, daring, and a touch of romance. Alongside themes of identity, loyalty, and the social drama of Regency society, the novel explores how appearances can mask true hearts and how sisters protect each other across the sea.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Caroline Courtney
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