Little Duchess
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Last published Fri, Sep 2, 2022
The life of a growing girl in the early 1800's can be tough and Alyssa Sterling is learning that lesson first hand, despite how young she is. She's learning from her family, new friends and unlikely mentors. She attempts to keep her head high as she powers through the struggles of becoming a woman, but how will she cope with a dark secret in her home that she doesn't understand, and will she ever find a real connection in a world that creates a confusing picture of love?
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