Books like Night of the Cotillion by Janet Dailey
Janet Dailey’s collection celebrates the romance of the United States, with each of the fifty novels exploring a different state. This first entry, "Night of the Cotillion," transports readers to Georgia, blending heartfelt longing with the charm of a Southern icon. Through meticulous research by Dailey and her husband, Bill, the novel offers an authentic, evocative setting that captivates fans of regional romance and timeless love stories.
First publish date: 1976
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Janet Dailey
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