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Lady Flavia, described as a striking English rose with an exotic allure, travels to ancient Greece to marry Prince Zebukar, who is a handsome cousin of the Sultan of Turkey. The story follows her immersion into harem culture—attended by shimmering silks and glittering jewels—while she prepares to please her new husband. However, the excitement of their wedding night turns tragic when violence erupts, leaving Flavia haunted and questioning her ability to feel love again.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Julia Fitzgerald
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