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Following the Russian revolution, Countess Anna is forced to leave her homeland and arrive penniless in England. Assuming a servant’s role in the esteemed Westerholme household, she must conceal her noble origins while navigating the demanding duties of domestic service. A romantic tension develops between her and Rupert, the handsome Earl of Westerholme, who also shows a growing attraction to her. The story unfolds as Anna balances her secret identity, her duties, and the complexities of an evolving relationship, all set against the backdrop of societal expectations and domestic life.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Eva Ibbotson
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