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A Gilded Lady
Christian historical romance
A Gilded Lady
Caroline Delacroix serves as personal secretary to First Lady Ida McKinley, gaining unusual access to the White House while trying to protect her reckless twin brother. Secret Service agent Nathaniel Trask distrusts the Delacroix family and investigates threats surrounding President McKinley, including dangers that could emerge during the 1901 Pan-American Exposition. Caroline's social skill and devotion make her valuable, but the secrets she keeps place her at odds with a man whose duty depends on suspicion. Polished and suspenseful, this historical romance suits readers who enjoy White House settings, presidential history, protective siblings, security investigations, and attraction complicated by divided loyalties.
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