Books like Perchance to Marry by Celine Conway
When Marcus Durant proposes a temporary engagement to Sally Sheppard, he hopes the arrangement will soothe his ailing grandmother’s heart. Sally, who has always treated romance as a game, is initially receptive to the idea. Unexpectedly, the plan evolves; as they play the roles of groom and bride, Sally’s feelings deepen. The novel explores the fine line between pretense and passion, and how an initially fabricated commitment can blossom into a real connection.
First publish date: 1961
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Celine Conway
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