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In the seductive world of romantic intrigue, young Chloe is swept into marriage with Leon, only to realize that their future is shadowed by the obsessive stepbrother Marisa. Marisa’s possessiveness and unspoken claims threaten their union and drive Chloe into a desperate escape. Yet, the Greek pride of Leon prevents him from letting her go, and a complex battle of jealousy, love, and self‑discovery ensues.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Penny Jordan
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