Books like The Cornish Heiress:(Heiress#2) by Roberta Gellis
At fifteen, Meg (Megaera) is forced into marriage by her father to the extravagant Edward Devoran. His reckless spending mortgages Meg’s estates, thrusting her into a life of smuggling to pay the debt. After Edward’s murder by the notorious Black Bart, Meg, now known as Red Meg, assumes his business and protects her inheritance. When Philip St. Eyre, a French-born spy eager to join the fight against Napoleon, crosses paths with Red Meg, their different worlds collide. Despite their initial misgivings, their romance blossoms against a backdrop of peril, showcasing Meg’s sharp wit and Philip’s daring, as they navigate the treacherous waters of smuggling, espionage, and love.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Roberta Gellis
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