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In the windswept cliffs of a remote British isle, Lady Clarre inherits responsibility after her father's death and must marry to protect her land. When the formidable Sir Gareth of Wyckmere arrives, she confronts betrayal and a love that refuses to be tamed. Their clash of personalities ignites a fierce passion while a treacherous plot threatens their lives, setting the stage for a thrilling historical romance.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Jayne Ann Krentz
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