A Thorne in her side
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Last published Fri, Sep 17, 2021
The year is 1811, and Rose Carlton, a beautiful 18 year old woman, is in love with Richard Thorne, the heir of the Thorne family.
Daniel Thorne is back from his time as an army officer in India. He is now the lord of the Mayton Manor, being the heir of his now deceased uncle.
Mysterious forces throw Rose and Daniel together. Will these forces unite them or cause even greater havoc?
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