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In the Regency era, Xanthe Simms observes Major Aubrey Kelland’s longing for a capable wife to restore his ancestral home and attend to his unruly sisters. Determined to help, she organizes a house party featuring a range of eligible ladies. While Aubrey is captivated by the flirtatious Miss Desdemona Lynton, his military discipline resists her carefree charm, creating tension between duty and desire. Through a series of heartfelt encounters, Xanthe and her companion Titus work to reconcile Aubrey’s noble traits with his longing for a devoted partner, suggesting that love may indeed be written in the stars.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Janice Bennett
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