Passion vs. principle in a rich, 19th‑century romance.
Set against a backdrop of high society, this story follows Paolo and Lavinia as they confront love, duty, and the shadows of a blemished birth. Their quiet longing collides with social rules, testing whether merit of character can trump stigma.
Through intimate conversations, careful social maneuvering, and sweeping continental settings, the book traces how trust, forgiveness, and resolve shape two lovers’ futures. Alongside them, a cast of guardians and rivals weighs in, offering warmth, humor, and moral tension that keeps the plot moving with elegance and grit.
Ideal for readers who enjoy lush, era-spanning romances with moral stakes and richly drawn social landscapes.
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HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LX-9780266409076
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