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John Fitzhugh Barrett is stunned to learn that he stands to inherit a sprawling estate. Determined not to surrender his independence, he sees Somerfield Park as both refuge and arena for romance. When the hunting season lures families from across England, the park’s unmarried daughters line up to compete for his attention. John feigns indifference while secretly rehearsing an elaborate charade that pits a scandalous young widow against Rebecca Kearsey, the daughter of a destitute baron. As the game unfolds, John’s attempt at control is upended when he falls for Rebecca, forcing him to confront his heart and his newfound status.
First publish date: 2015
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Mia Marlowe
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