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In Regency England, Lady Caroline Dundas—raised in New Orleans yet impeccably London‑educated—finds herself at the center of a scandal when the flamboyant Simon Renshaw accuses her late father of being an impostor. Determined to protect her family’s name and fortune, Caroline faces Renshaw’s arrogant wit and charming rakes repeatedly. Their clash sparks both tension and attraction as secrets and lies threaten to unravel the Dundas legacy.
Caroline's cunning and protective instincts are put to the test as she navigates courtly expectations, family deception, and a charismatic yet suspicious adversary. The novel blends romance, social satire, and suspense within the intricacies of Regency society.
Supportive characters, including Caroline’s raven‑haired companion, add depth to the stakes of loyalty and betrayal, while the polished setting of London society provides a vivid backdrop for an engaging tale of love and deception.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Karla Hocker
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