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Kate’s wedding day appears to promise a joyous future with her husband Hugo. But soon she learns of his dark, vengeful plan, turning their marriage into a nightmare. Haunted and desperate, Kate escapes to Majorca, hoping to heal in solitude. Yet Hugo’s relentless pursuit forces her to face the truth behind his motives and the identity she thought she knew. As the story unfolds, love, betrayal, and the complexities of social customs collide, challenging Kate’s perception of herself and those around her.
First publish date: 1979
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Sally Wentworth
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