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Lady Priscilla's Shameful Secret - cover

Lady Priscilla's Shameful Secret

Christine Merrill

Publisher: Harlequin Historical

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Summary

Outspoken Lady Priscilla is the only woman in London brave enough not to simper at Robert Magson. As the Duke of Reighland, he needs a wife and this captivating woman would surely keep life interesting!Despite the obvious sexual attraction between them, Lady Priscilla doesn't wish to marry—ever—for she hides a shameful secret. Surely a duke deserves more than a ruined woman? But once Robert sets his sights on something beautiful, he will do anything in his power to claim it!
Available since: 05/01/2012.
Print length: 282 pages.

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