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When Lt‑Colonel Hastings Adair finds himself in the embrace of an unwed noblewoman, the news breaks a chain of scandal that ripples through London's high society. Driven by loyalty to his friend Captain Jack Vespa and a desire to set things right, Adair confronts a shadowy governmental plot that threatens both his reputation and his life. The novel weaves Regency romance and political intrigue, showcasing Adair's resolve as he navigates love, duty, and danger in the heart of England's elite.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Patricia Veryan
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