A glamorous debut in Edwardian society collides with hunger, ambition, and a haunting question of trust and chance.
Two young women and a rising sea of manners, fortune, and flirtation set the stage in London society. A chance encounter on a tense evening leads to an invitation that could reshape futures—or tear them apart—as a wary, world-weary man encounters a poised, resilient woman who knows how to bend the rules without breaking them.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. Enter a world of Victorian high society and scandalous secrets in this captivating novel about a chance encounter that unravels an unimaginable conspiracy. Caught in a railway delay, the aloof and world-weary Mr. Carbury finds himself drawn into the orbit of a spirited young woman and her enigmatic family at Kippendale House. But beneath the grand facade lies a hidden history that Lady Baby's arrival threatens to expose. As Carbury becomes entwined in the family's affairs, he uncovers a trail of illicit romances and dangerous deceptions. The arrival of another guest, the dazzling Miss Epperton, further complicates matters, forcing Carbury to confront his own buried past and the nature of true love. The author skillfully weaves together themes of class, wealth, and the search for identity, exploring the complexities of human nature and the enduring power of love. This is a story that will linger long after the final page is turned and leave readers questioning their own perceptions of truth and desire. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330123140_0
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PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330123140
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781330123140
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