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Rebecca Parrish, a widowed lady of repute, finds her composure tested when the dashing but disreputable Trevelyan de Villars proposes a challenge: to win her heart in only one month. She contends with her former friend Sir Peter Ward, who sympathizes with her plight. As Trevelyan’s relentless pursuits grow increasingly intense, Rebecca is forced to confront her own feelings. Her resistance fades, and she discovers an unexpected affection for the man she once despised. Set against the backdrop of Georgian society, the novel explores themes of honor, romance, and personal choice.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Patricia Veryan
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