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A Night at the Opera

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Reads 2,481
Votes 115
Parts 24
Time 7h 28m

completed historical victorian

This sweeping love story, set in Victorian England, tells a tale of love lost and found. 

Emily Summerset is determined to marry for love, but it isn't easy to find a man who measures up to her childhood infatuation with the dashing Mr. Burton. 
After some years apart, the two meet again, and the spark is reignited. 
William Burton bears a scar of betrayal on his heart, but now that Emily is in his life, his faith in love has been resurrected. Unwittingly, Emily becomes embroiled in a villain's scheme, and Will doesn't suspect that an old wound is soon to be reopened. 
Can true love triumph over treachery?
 
You are sure to find Emily and William's story captivating, compelling, and above all, incredibly romantic. Enjoy!All Rights Reserved

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