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Alice Lister, once a humble maid, unexpectedly inherits a fortune, making her the target of the dashing Lord Miles Vickery. Determined to secure her wealth, Miles employs charm and blackmail, recalling the heartbreak he inflicted on Alice before. As the couple navigates scheming, deception, and the expectations of Regency England, Miles' flirtations waver into genuine affection. Alice, steadfast and skeptical, doubts whether love can endure under such pressures, while Miles must prove his sincerity to win her heart and keep his promises.
The novel explores the social constraints and romantic intrigue of Regency England, focusing on the dynamics between a determined heiress and a rakish nobleman who must confront his own feelings to stay true to his newfound love.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Nicola Cornick
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