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Lincoln Cantrell returns to his hometown of Blossom, Mississippi, determined to take revenge on former state governor Jack Keating for injustices he faced. He assumes management of the plantation owned by Jack’s widowed sister, Camille. While pursuing his revenge, Lincoln must confront his long‑standing, forbidden affection for Camille and navigate the complications that arise when his four‑year‑old daughter, Nikki, becomes attached to her. The story intertwines themes of vengeance, love, and familial duty, raising questions about the cost of retribution and the moral choices one faces when loyalty and desire collide.
First publish date: 1991
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Karen Young
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