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Miss Samantha Prendregast takes charge of six rebellious daughters at Devil's Fell, where her bold, witty demeanor clashes with the grand estate’s authority. Colonel William Gregory, the widower of the family and owner of the manor, finds himself oddly drawn to Samantha’s spirited defiance and striking beauty. Though their encounters are fraught with tension, a growing mutual attraction threatens to reshape both their lives. Yet Samantha keeps a troubling secret that could jeopardize their burgeoning romance, forcing William to confront the mystery before their love can truly bloom.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Christina Dodd
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