A reversal of fortune befalls a young woman in this charming Westcott novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Someone to Wed. Humphrey Wescott, Earl of Riverdale, has died, leaving behind a fortune and a scandalous secret that will forever alter the lives of his family—sending one daughter on a journey of self-discovery… With her parents’ marriage declared bigamous, Camille …
With her parents’ marriage declared bigamous, Camille Westcott is now illegitimate and without a title. Looking to eschew the trappings of her old life, she leaves London to teach at the Bath orphanage where her newly discovered half-sister lived. But even as she settles in, she must sit for a portrait commissioned by her grandmother and endure an artist who riles her every nerve.
An art teacher at the orphanage that was once his home, Joel Cunningham has been hired to paint the portrait of the haughty new teacher. But as Camille poses for Joel, their mutual contempt soon turns to desire. And it is only the bond between them that will allow them to weather the rough storm that lies ahead…
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I always like Mary Balogh books
I’ll read anything by Mary Balogh! I love her writing and this book didn’t disappoint.
I don’t buy many books. I usually go for the free ones. But I always buy a new Mary Balogh book when it comes out. This is another great book in a great Mary Balogh series. I’ve loved all the Wescott Novels and can’t wait for the next one to come out!
Great story wonderful characters, very well written.
Enjoyed it
Anything by Mary Balogh is a favorite. This is one of her best.
took awhile to get deep into the story but in the end I enjoyed it.
I love all of Mary Balogh’s books because they have real characters with real emotions.
I love Balogh’s stories – her characters and plots are memorable. I am not crazy about steamy scenes but her books are good enough to read anyway – just flipping through those scenes.
Mary Balogh never disappoints!
My favorite author of historical romance, Mary Balogh, has written another beautiful tale of love and redemption and of course, happily ever after.
i love Mary Balogh books and this is the middle book of a series. I can’t wait for the third installment to come out.
Not only entertaining but delightful.
it was a twist on the usual love story. Different characters to enjoy
I love it! Mary Balogh is one of my favorite authors.