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Out–of‑work actor Hughie Venables‑Smythe turns his flair for flirtation into a profitable niche, charming neglected wives of high‑profile men with anonymous missives. When Hughie’s flirtations capture the attention of the aloof lingerie designer Leticia, he applies the same tactics—secret letters and subtle attention—to win her heart. As Hughie’s double life unravels, the intertwined destinies of two women and the men who love them collide, leading to revelations about affection, partnership, and the complexities of domestic bliss. The novel follows Hughie’s charge through the sparkling streets of London and the intricate corridors of relationships, mixing humor with romantic intrigue.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Romance/Romantic Comedy
Authors: Kathleen Tessaro
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