The captains Temptress
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1820 London
18 year old Rosalind the young lady every man wants. what does she want? her freedom. To run from her father's wishes to marry her to the Duke of winchester. will she succeed?
30 year old captain and Earl of greyland. Lucian. He was free to do as he pleased. Sailing the seas like a free man. what happens when the Duke of greyland and the young lady meet? will they find love at sea?
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