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Katherine Shaw, a twenty‑year‑old from England, is appointed governess for the Marchesa Voccheroni's daughter in the romantic city of Venice. Captivated by the backdrop of canals and couture, Katherine finds herself swept into an aristocratic world of luxury and intrigue. Her growing affection for Renato, the Marchesa’s son, is challenged by Violante, a stunning and wealthy heiress who also seeks his attention. With Renato’s family fortunes at stake, Katherine must prove that love and sincerity outshine wealth.
First publish date: 1974
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Denise Robins
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