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Grace Dovercourt, a young woman paralyzed since birth, rescues and nurses a seriously wounded Frenchman, Henri Rouselle, near her home. As Henri recovers, Grace’s feelings deepen, yet she doubts he can love her because of her condition. Henri openly admires Grace, and as her care continues, she must protect him from authorities, discovering that he is a wanted man. Their bond develops amid early‑20th‑century social customs and the challenges of health, disability, and deception.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Elizabeth Bailey
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