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A Christmas Promise
Mary Balogh
The Bought Bridegroom
Eleanor Transome found her father's
wealth a dubious blessing, for he was
determined that she wed a nobleman.
Lord Randolph Falloden, on the brink of ruin,
could not resist the lure of cold cash, despite
his passionate alliances with several other
desirable maidens. And though her heart
belonged to the handsome, if humble,
Mr. Wilfred Ellis, Eleanor would never
deny her father's wishes. Thus the match
was made-with love not part of the bargain-
for the arrogant earl and the coal merchant's
proud daughter: But in this season of
unexpected gifts, a most remarkable su1prise
was in store for them both. ...
Signet (Regency), December 1992
ISBN #0451173600 224 pages Paperback $3.99
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