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Lady Olivia Egan, drawn to town for a belated Season, is uncertain of the intentions of Damian St. Clair, her former father's son. With the Duke of Meriton dead, Damian has returned as a wealthy Nabob who has acquired the former Duke's encumbered estates. Olivia must decide whether his pursuit is honourable or part of a personal vendetta.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Sheila F. Walsh
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