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When a young heiress discovers she has inherited a considerable fortune, she resolves to use the wealth for the betterment of the community. Toward this end she enlists the help of a brilliant physician, who has recently been named heir to a dukedom. Their partnership sparks an intriguing romance, while scandals from the aristocracy threaten to unravel their plans. Together they navigate the complex world of court society and the responsibilities that come with both their newfound positions.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Sophie Barnes
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