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Adrian Devereau, the sixth duke of Raven, was expected to lead a life of sophistication and pleasure, but his reputation as the 'Wicked Lord Raven' made finding a suitable marriage a challenge. When a sudden illness struck Leah Stretton while traveling to London, Adrian found himself swept up in her unexpected recovery. The two were immediately drawn to each other, but the strict rules of the upper class demanded that Adrian remain a devoted husband and not allow himself to fall in love. As they navigate the societal expectations and their own desires, Adrian's carefully constructed facade crumbles, and their relationship becomes a test of loyalty and understanding.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Patricia Coughlin
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