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The Scarlet Bride: A School of Brides Romance
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Scarlet Bride: A School of Brides Romance
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Cheryl Ann Smith
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:330 | Dimensions(mm): Height 172,Width 106 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9780425250815
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Classifications | Dewey:FIC |
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Penguin Putnam Inc
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Imprint |
Berkley Publishing Corporation,U.S.
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Publication Date |
5 June 2012 |
Publication Country |
United States
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Description
With no prospects and no-one to protect her, Laura Prescott, the daughter of an impoverished country squire, has been forced to become the Earl of Westwick's mistress. When Laura learns of his plan to sell her at auction she decides to flee for her life. Alone and penniless, Laura is forced to become a courtesan and it is there that notorious nobleman Simon Harrington discovers her. He takes her into his protection and enlists her in his cousin's School for Brides. When a scandal unfolds surrounding her former lover, it is up to Simon to protect the innocence of a fallen woman.
Author Biography
Cheryl Ann Smith became hooked on historical romance at age fourteen when she first discovered the appeal of handsome heroes in waistcoats and breeches. Once she decided to write her own novel, she quickly discovered a new passion and now writes sexy Regency romances full-time. Cheryl lives in Michigan with her family and an assortment of pets.
ReviewsPraise for the School for Brides Romances: "Chockablock with plot twists...Plenty of passion and intrigue." --Publishers Weekly "Smith makes a dazzling entrance to the romance community with a charming, sexy, innovative tale that sparks the imagination. There's a bright future ahead of Smith." --Romantic Times "Will appeal to fans of historical romance...Passion, mystery, and intrigue, a fast-paced plot, and a dashing and worldly hero who knows how to work with his hands." --TwoLips Reviews
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