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A witty tale of passions and practicalities in Regency England from the âpowerful and wonderfully perceptiveâ RITA Awardâwinning author (Mary Jo Putney, New York Timesâbestselling author of Lady of Fortune). Sally Paul is down to her last penny. As she spends it on a cup of teaâto stave off being at the mercy of the workhouseâthe last thing she expects is an offer of marriage . . . from a complete stranger! Admiral Sir Charles Brightâs seafaring days are overâand according to society, that must mean heâs in need of a wife. Discovering that Sallyâs in need of a home, he offers a solution. . . . They marry in haste. But will they enjoy their wedding night at leisure? âIt is always a joy to read a Carla Kelly love story. Always original, always superb.â âRT Book Reviews âKelly has the rare ability to create realistic yet sympathetic characters that linger in the mind.â âLibrary Journal |