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With a new inheritance and a reputation to protect, former headmistress Miss Jennie Robsjohn ventures to the bustling London Marriage Mart, hoping to find a respectable match. At the Laughing Jack Inn, she meets the handsome yet irascible Lord Marndale Savage and his dissatisfied companion. Their spirited banter turns into mutual respect as Jennie’s boldness and quick wit challenge Marndale’s expectations. What begins as a clash of personalities evolves into a flirtatious partnership that promises unexpected companionship.
Set against the backdrop of Regency customs and social maneuvers, the story follows Jennie's journey to redefine her destiny while navigating the intrigues of inheritance, romance, and societal expectations.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Joan Smith
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