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When Victoria Seaton is suddenly orphaned, she sets sail across the ocean to claim her inheritance at Wakefield, the grand English estate of the distant cousin Lord Jason Fielding. Drawn to his panther-like grace yet repelled by his arrogance, Victoria senses the painful memories that live in his eyes. Their initial meeting sparks a fierce attraction, and they marry, embracing a shared happiness that frees them from past hardships. But as their bond deepens, Victoria learns a devastating truth that threatens the love she hopes will endure forever.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Judith McNaught
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