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Lady Marguerite lives a life of privilege in 17th‑century France, with wealth, fashion, suitors and a secured future. Yet her heart draws her toward Claude, a humble smith apprentice in her family's forge. When Claude departs for New France in search of a better life, Marguerite decides to follow him, testing her growing affection. The journey that follows proves more perilous and transformative than either expected, offering themes of love, adventure and self‑discovery as she confronts the hardships of the voyage.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Leigh Statham
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