Books like When Strangers Marry by Lisa Kleypas
Lysette, determined to avoid a marriage to Etienne, flees her family's expectations and seeks sanctuary with Maximillian, a dark and brooding figure who claims her as his own. In his embrace, she discovers a fervent passion and unsettling secrets that challenge both their affection and loyalty. As the forces of fate and desire collide, the question remains: can their love endure the trials of a hidden past and an arranged future?
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Lisa Kleypas
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