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• The Quizzing Glass

  by Ana Cristina 14 days ago

  After we had repaired Isabella’s face so that no trace of tears was left, we squared our shoulders and walked back into the b…

• Lord Windham's Last Word

  by Ana Cristina 16 days ago

  Lord Windham regarded me with fierce eyes. I couldn’t help feeling pulled by them.

  “But you do listen to common sense, I t…

• A Leopard's Spots

  by Ana Cristina 16 days ago

  Lord Windham’s suddenly grim look made me nervous. I decided to change the subject.

  “Did you hear about de Grave and Isabell…

• Samantha's Restlessness

  by Ana Cristina 17 days ago

  The days passed quickly enough in Bath, filled as they were with strolls down the shore and card games with Louisa and Isabel…

• That Necessary Polish

  by Ana Cristina about 1 month ago

  Louisa took a deep breath and looked at Isabelle. “De Grave came to see me this afternoon, Isabelle, to ask for your hand in …

• Of Rakes and Reputations

  by Ana Cristina about 1 month ago

  “Er, sorry?”

  “Did he touch you, Samantha?”

  I sighed, finally comprehending now. “Oh, no. No, Louisa. Lord Windham is many…

• New Partner, Different Dance

  by THX 0477 2 months ago

  Lord Windham left Samantha’s company only to be snatched up ever so quickly by Betty, practically iridescent in the candlelig…

• Samantha's Dance Card

  by Ana Cristina 2 months ago

  As we began dancing, I searched the room, looking for Betty. I hadn’t noticed when de Grave had come back. He looked as thoug…

• The Quadrille

  by Ana Cristina 2 months ago

  Just then the band resumed their places and began playing a quadrille. It was a lively dance, and I always enjoyed watching w…

• London

  by Ana Cristina 2 months ago

  Lord Windham’s smile never wavered though I noticed his eyes narrow almost imperceptibly.

  “He stepped out just before you a…