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Zoe Lexham, a spirited Englishwoman, has spent twelve years abroad in the exotic East. Returned to England, she finds herself the subject of scandal and scrutiny, a reputation that seems impossible to escape. Her sharp wit and knowledge of sensual arts, acquired overseas, stand in sharp contrast to the expectations of Regency society. Facing a reputation that could ruin her prospects, Zoe meets Lucien de Grey, the Duke of Marchmont. A cynical and enigmatic nobleman, the duke is known for his charm, seduction, and the expensive gifts he leaves for the ladies he encounters. Although he is the most sought-after bachelor in the Beau Monde, his dangerous fascination with women could either save Zoe from her perilous reputation or drag both of them into a passionate downfall.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Loretta Lynda Chase
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