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Nicholas Garvey, a prosperous Texas banker, is bewildered when he learns he is legally responsible for a niece he never knew existed. The story evolves as the niece’s captivating nanny, Carlinda Donnelly, draws him into the warmth of home and a newfound affection. Their growing connection, framed by the expansive Texas backdrop, unfolds into an emotional journey of family, love, and unexpected personal discovery.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Carolyn Davidson
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