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When the will of the Earl of Stoneridge names Sylvester Gilbraith his heir, the condition is clear: he must marry one of the earl’s four granddaughters to claim the estate. With no other option, Sylvester arrives at Stoneridge Manor, poised to win over a bride and his fortune.
He finds himself especially drawn to the beautiful and fiercely independent Theodora Belmont, who resists any notion of becoming his wife. Their chemistry is undeniable, yet she contests the possibility of a future together. Even as their passions flare, the power dynamics and hidden motives of the manor’s aristocratic family keep their union at risk.
The tale spirals into a blend of propriety, ambition, and romance, with Sylvester’s honor and life hanging in the balance as he navigates the heir’s duty and the perilous allure of love in 19th‑century England.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Jane Feather
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