Books like Francesca by Sally Wentworth
Francesca Brodey enjoys beauty, clothes, and an affluent lifestyle, yet she feels an emptiness that fortune cannot fill. She longs for a partner who loves her for herself, not for her possessions.
When she encounters Sam Gallagher—rugged, blunt, and utterly unexpected—she realizes that true love may come from the most unlikely places. Their tangled romance reveals that what she truly needs is a connection that transcends wealth and status.
Set against a contemporary backdrop, this Harlequin Presents story explores how love can redefine a life shaped by privilege, and how an ordinary man can unravel the hidden layers of an extraordinary woman's heart.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Sally Wentworth
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