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Lady Patricia Morgan presents a polished Victorian exterior, yet she harbors a secret yearning for a once‑brief, unforgettable romance with a captivating young gentleman. Eight years earlier, Captain Nikolas Acton, seeking escape from the memory of a mysterious young woman who had vowed her heart to him, joined the navy. Now Hero Nikolas returns to England following his wartime service, only to encounter Patricia again—still caught in the throes of a love that has not yet dissolved.
Their unexpected reunion forces both to confront emotions that have lingered for decades. The novel explores the tension between Victorian propriety and hidden passion, as well as the enduring power of a connection that resisted time.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Katharine Ashe
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