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In Regency England, Miss Araminta Surtaine flees a forced marriage and discovers a life of excitement and romance. Along the way she encounters a traveling circus, an English nobleman, and a series of adventures that bring her true happiness. The novel is noted for its engaging characterizations, appealing to fans of Georgette Heyer.
First publish date: 1973
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Elsie Lee
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