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Ariadne Daunt, a young woman from a valley ruled by two warring families, must accept an arranged marriage to Ivor Chalfont to secure an alliance. Though her heart lies with Gabriel Fawcett, her grandfather’s decree forces her to stand at the altar. Ivor, who has treasured Ariadne since childhood, now pursues her with intense longing, hoping to win her affection and passion. The story explores themes of loyalty, family obligations, friendship, secrets, and the struggle between choice and duty in a historical romantic setting.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Jane Feather
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