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When a man who has shaped their destinies dies, four women—Philippa, Sally, Elizabeth, and Deborah—must navigate sudden change. Philippa, once affluent and respected, finds herself stripped of wealth and status and must prove her independence. Sally, under growing family pressure, feels alienated from her husband and faces temptation. Elizabeth, balancing support for her husband and a yearning for autonomy, struggles to define her own path. Deborah, after a promotion, confronts jealousy from a lover and the harsh demands of a ruthless boss. Set against the backdrop of their social milieu, the novel explores resilience, self‑assertion, and evolving womanhood.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Penny Jordan
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