Books like The Fifth Kiss by Elizabeth Mansfield
Set against the backdrop of Regency England, *The Fifth Kiss* follows Olivia, a spirited young woman whose world shatters when she encounters the powerful and demanding Miles, Earl of Langley. Their electrifying encounter forces Olivia to confront the expectations of her social class and the constraints placed on women of her standing. Amidst the elegance of upper‑class society, the novel explores themes of love, duty, and defiance as Olivia grapples with the clash between her desire for autonomy and the powerful forces that seek to dictate her future.
First publish date: July 1, 1981
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Elizabeth Mansfield
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