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During the turbulent reign of Robert the Bruce, Joan Comyn swears allegiance to the Scottish king after her mother suffers English brutality. Using her charm and intelligence, Joan becomes the most sought-after spy in England, hunting and gathering secrets for Bruce’s cause.
Enter Alex Seton, once a loyal supporter of Bruce who now serves England. Driven by duty, Alex seeks to expose the enigmatic figure known as the ghost and dismantle Joan’s covert operations. As spies clash, loyalties are tested and history shapes their fates in this suspenseful historical romance.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Monica McCarty
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