Books like Romance by Valerie Bodden
A survey of the romance fiction genre, from its mythological origins and love-story influences to the famous authors--such as Jane Austen--whose works have defined the genre over time.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Valerie Bodden
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