The Christmas WishShunned by London society by the outrageous deeds of her father, Sarah Cresswell lives a peaceful life until she is asked to help find out who stole a priceless treasure from Lord Chance. As she guides Lord Chance through the seamy underside of London, she falls in love with him. But it's a love that can never be for the daughter of a notorious fugitive--unless her father steps in to make his daughter's cherished Christmas wish come true. |
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The Christmas wish
User Review - Not Available - Book VerdictWhen his irresponsible younger brother "borrows" his mother's heirloom diamonds and then has them stolen from him in return, Oliver Chance, Earl of Spense, reluctantly agrees to rescue his brother ... Read full review
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