Books like Burden of Innocence by Patricia Wilson
Tasked with honoring a promise to her late father, Sarah visits Celine Couvier, the woman her father once loved. During the stay, she develops a strong attraction to Armand, Celine’s son—a refined Frenchman who feels the same yet is already betrothed to Violette. Faced with escalating emotions and a looming wedding, Sarah must decide whether to step back, honoring her father’s wishes or to follow her heart, creating a poignant contemporary romance that explores loyalty, affection, and the complexities of intergenerational relationships.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Patricia Wilson
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