The Rake (2012)
“Head high and all banners flying, she did not flinch from being noticed. Alys found a certain ironic amusement in her change in status. In Dorset, she had been respected. In London, she was very nearly worshipped.
Town was quiet, with most of the beau monde in Brighton or other fashionable resorts. The arrival of the long-secluded Duke of Durweston and his prodigal daughter caught the attention of everyone who was left. In fact some members of the ton, scenting excitement, hastened back to Lond...on. Intimate little gatherings were held to reintroduce her ladyship to People Who Mattered.
A lavish new wardrobe was ordered and delivered almost overnight since the modiste wasn’t busy at this season. Duty calls were paid on ancient Durweston connections, who greeted Alys and professed themselves delighted to see the gel again. She could almost hear the sounds of mental wheels spinning as they examined her and speculated on possible marriage partners. Despite her advanced years, she was still—again—the greatest heiress in England.MoreLess
Town was quiet, with most of the beau monde in Brighton or other fashionable resorts. The arrival of the long-secluded Duke of Durweston and his prodigal daughter caught the attention of everyone who was left. In fact some members of the ton, scenting excitement, hastened back to Lond...on. Intimate little gatherings were held to reintroduce her ladyship to People Who Mattered.
A lavish new wardrobe was ordered and delivered almost overnight since the modiste wasn’t busy at this season. Duty calls were paid on ancient Durweston connections, who greeted Alys and professed themselves delighted to see the gel again. She could almost hear the sounds of mental wheels spinning as they examined her and speculated on possible marriage partners. Despite her advanced years, she was still—again—the greatest heiress in England.MoreLess
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