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Henry, a spirited young woman who rejects the name Henrietta in favour of the nickname "Henry," finds herself in a daring wager: win her place as the Duke of Eversleigh’s wife or risk everything she holds dear. The stakes are personal and emotional, as the modern and worldly aristocrat may seem both promising and perilous to a woman of Regency society.
Set against the backdrop of London’s high society, the story follows Henry’s journey as she negotiates ambition, identity, and love in a world governed by rigid decorum. Her dilemma, whether victory will bring the expected happiness or a new set of challenges, drives the narrative forward.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Mary Balogh
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