Books like His Lordship's Mistress by Joan Wolf
Jessica O’Neill wrestles with her family’s financial ruin and discovers a surprising talent on the London stage. As her performances captivate audiences, the handsome and affluent Earl of Linton becomes intrigued, offering her wealth and danger alike by courting her as a mistress. The novel explores the possibility of redemption and desire amid the rigid mores of Regency society, with Jessica confronting the tangled web of love, ambition, and social standing.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Joan Wolf
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