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In the genteel world of Regency England, Belinda Melville finds herself caught between duty and desire. A man who loves her beautiful cousin proposes marriage, a maneuver designed to mask scandal. Belinda must decide whether to accept this arrangement or wait for a love that truly honors her heart. The novel explores love, societal expectations, and the courage needed to follow oneβs convictions.
First publish date: May 1, 1995
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Dorothy Mack
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