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The Taming of Annabelle is set in Regency‑era England, following the Armitage sisters. Blue‑eyed blonde Annabelle longs for her elder sister Minerva’s intended, Lord Sylvester Comfrey, while their vicar father insists Minerva must secure the family’s fortune. The story turns when Annabelle captures the heart of Lord Peter, Marquess of Brabington, Lord Sylvester’s best friend, and Peter must contend with his own feelings to win her.
The novel explores the intricacies of romance, family duty, and societal expectations during the Regency period, featuring the well‑known Armitage sisters as its central characters.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Marion Chesney
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