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Margo Sullivan grows up in the luxurious Templeton House on California’s coast, the daughter of the family’s housekeeper. Surrounded by wealth, she befriends Laura Templeton, the heiress, and Kate Powell, an adopted cousin, forming a cherished trio.\n
As an adult, Margo seeks fame beyond her privileged upbringing, launching a career in modeling that leads to a lavish but turbulent lifestyle. A decade later she returns home after a public scandal, nearly bankrupt, yet finds unexpected support from her old friends and encouragement to start her own business.\n
With the assistance of Joshua Templeton, Laura’s brother, Margo’s relationships deepen, culminating in a new romantic passion that illustrates the enduring strength of friendship and resilience.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Nora Roberts
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