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Set in Victorian London, *With This Kiss* follows Julia Prentisse, the celebrated flame-haired gambler of the city’s notorious clubs, as she targets the reclusive "Beast", a once‑raucous gambler now haunted by scars from a heroic act. Offered marriage in exchange for protection from a vengeful uncle, Julia proposes to aid him in locating the arsonist who ruined his life. As their unlikely partnership grows, the Beast finds his suppressed emotions ignited by Julia’s daring spirit. Their bond deepens over three months, a period Julia insists are necessary to truly know a stranger’s mind and soul.
The novel blends romance, intrigue, and the gritty social customs of the era, centering on themes of love, redemption, and the quest for truth amid the shadows of 19th‑century London.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Victoria Lynne
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