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Set against the opulent backdrop of Regency society, 'Ravished' follows Alexandra Sheffield as she dreams of passion and freedom beyond her betrothal to the wealthy Lord Christopher Hatton. When Christopher’s twin, Lord Nicholas, learns of his brother’s plan to secure their family’s fortunes through Alexandra’s hand, he resolves to defend her from the dangerous seduction. As tensions rise between the brothers and their shared affection for Alexandra, Nicholas grapples with his own feelings, fearing that his protective instincts and the girl’s spirited nature may blur the lines between duty and desire.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Virginia Henley
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