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Ashley Douglas is a reluctant governess living a dull existence, unaware that she has a twin sister, the spirited London dancehall singer Alcida Blayne. When her paths intertwine with the rakish Marquess of Damon—who becomes enchanted by Alcida’s vivacity—Ashley is thrust into an unexpected love triangle. Through daring deception and the revelation of her sister’s identity, Ashley challenges the rigid social boundaries of Regency society, paving the way for both scandal and enduring affection.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Olivia Sumner
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