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Set against the social customs of the Regency period, "Lady Semple's Secret" follows Meg Quincy, a lady's maid whose keen intellect and beauty capture the eye of the handsome Lord Beaumont. Balancing loyalty to her mistress with her own convictions, Meg finds herself entwined in a daring deception tied to her employer, Lady Semple. As revelations unfold, Meg’s courage and the secrets of her world threaten to reshape her future.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Shirley Kennedy
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