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When the absent Captain Phillip Dacre leaves his three spirited children in the care of Ben Sedgwick, the quiet life of the country vicar is turned upside down. Ben’s gentle compassion and open heart collide with the bold, restless spirit of a naval officer haunted by past loss. As Ben and Phillip confront their shared attraction, they face family secrets, blackmail schemes, and the temptation of a life beyond the churchyard. Set against the backdrop of Regency England, the story explores faith, loyalty, and the daring choice to embrace love over security.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Cat Sebastian
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