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Polly
(1979)(The first book in the Edwardian Candlelight series)
(The first book in the Ladies in Love series)
A novel by Jennie Tremaine (Marion Chesney)
A flirtation across the social divide may lead to lasting loveor betrayalin this sparkling Edwardian romance by the New York Timesbestselling author.
Polly Marsh wasnt born into high society, but she has high ambitionsand confidence that her beauty is enough to land a dashing nobleman. Taking a position as a stenographer for a prestigious family firm, she soon finds that shes succeeded in capturing the attention of Lord Peter.
Otherssuch as his mother the duchess and Peters brother the marquisare not as delighted by the situation as Polly is. Everyone seems to believe Peters intentions are unserious, and some are willing to sabotage. But Polly is nothing if not determined. The only question left to be answered is whether her faith is well-placed . . .
This historical novel, previously published under the names Jennie Tremaine and Marion Chesney, comes from the author known for her popular Hamish Macbeth and Agatha Raisin series and praised as a romance writer who deftly blends humor and adventure(Booklist).
Genre: Historical Romance
Polly Marsh wasnt born into high society, but she has high ambitionsand confidence that her beauty is enough to land a dashing nobleman. Taking a position as a stenographer for a prestigious family firm, she soon finds that shes succeeded in capturing the attention of Lord Peter.
Otherssuch as his mother the duchess and Peters brother the marquisare not as delighted by the situation as Polly is. Everyone seems to believe Peters intentions are unserious, and some are willing to sabotage. But Polly is nothing if not determined. The only question left to be answered is whether her faith is well-placed . . .
This historical novel, previously published under the names Jennie Tremaine and Marion Chesney, comes from the author known for her popular Hamish Macbeth and Agatha Raisin series and praised as a romance writer who deftly blends humor and adventure(Booklist).
Genre: Historical Romance
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