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Devonshire

Richard and Rose seriesbook 2 of 7Next:Venice →

Rose Golightly, once painfully shy, has finally found her footing now that her engagement to Richard has placed her among the respected figures of society. Many admire Richard for his polished manners, but beneath them he is clever, loyal and devoted to the people he loves, and he is not above fighting dirty when someone corners him.

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Rose's childhood friend, however, has taken a stand against the smugglers who control the coast, and that choice places Rose in danger. Richard must act quickly to protect his bride, and the couple's plans are thrown into turmoil.

This second book in the Richard and Rose series is a romance set in the English countryside, mixing courtship with smuggling intrigue.

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