Books like Subterfuge by Freda Michel
Diane Winsome’s quiet life is upended when two unruly brothers, each under the directive of their wealthy older brother, an elegant Earl, draw her into their tangled webs of deceit and ambition. The novel explores the complexities of duty, manipulation, and the societal expectations that bind these characters.
Set against the backdrop of aristocratic society, the story delves into themes of family obligation, personal agency, and the subtle power dynamics at play within a tight-knit community. Through Diane’s perspective, readers witness the consequences of longstanding family traditions and the ways in which individuals navigate within them.
First publish date: 1977
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Freda Michel
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