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Jack Compton's Luck

Paul Marshall

Publisher: Harlequin Historical

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Summary

Four years of war and even more years of trying to save the family estate have knocked the daredevil out of Jack Compton. He's hanging on to his place in society by the skin of his teeth.Seeing Lacey Chancellor joyously dancing the Charleston brings his passion for life back full force! As luck would have it, this wealthy heiress is drawn to him. But pride is a powerful thing. Unwilling to be branded a fortune hunter, will Jack choose honor over love?
Available since: 04/25/2009.
Print length: 320 pages.

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