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In the early twentieth‑century English setting of Pastel, Frances, the elder of two sisters, grapples with feeling sidelined by her beautiful and vivacious little sister, Evelyn. When her aunt arranges a formal introduction to Oliver Fayre—a striking and sophisticated young man—Frances hopes for a promising romance. However, Oliver’s visit to their home turns unexpectedly complicated as his attention shifts to Evelyn’s charm, leaving Frances in a messy emotional situation and raising questions about envy, love, and familial expectations.
Pastel is one of the four contemporary novels Georgette Heyer suppressed, offering a snapshot of the varied social dynamics and romantic intrigues of that era.
First publish date: 1929
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Georgette Heyer
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