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White Lilac

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When fog leaves the Duke of Marazion stranded at a bleak inn, he soothes his restless soul with a brandy, a book and a roaring fire. A glittering figure amongst London Society, the rich and handsome Duke has everything he could ever want – apart from true love. As he sits, determined to continue his journey as soon as possible, he cannot foresee the consequences of answering a late night knock at his door.

Astonished to find a young woman alone and in distress, he naturally takes on the role of her rescuer. Calming her frightened tears, he discovers that lovely runaway, Ilitta, is not only a talented artist but also a perceptive girl whose judgment he can immediately trust.

Offering his protection and an introduction into the coveted London art world in exchange for her instinctive response to his new business partners, they set off together. As refreshing as a spring morning in comparison to the worldly-wise beauties he usually spends time with, the Duke is amused and then enchanted by his unlikely new friend.

Determined to discover the secrets behind Ilitta’s decision to run away, the Duke hopes that soon she will accept his sensible advice and return home.

But just as the Duke discovers his true feelings, the seductive charm of a tempting Comtesse forces him to make a decision that will change his life forever.

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Author’s NoteThe demand for coal soared towards the end of the eighteenth century, especially after James Watt made his improved steam engine capable of driving other machines in 1781. The development of the railways demanded not only coal to run the huge steam engines but also supplied coal to industrialists all over the country. The expansion of coal was dramatic – ten million tons mined in 1800, became forty million in 1870 and ninety-five million in 1913. Other minerals rose in the same startling manner. In 1840 Britain produced three-quarters of the world’s output of copper, half the world’s lead and sixty per cent of its tin. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s first journey by rail on 13th June 1842 gave Royal Approval to the ‘Age of Steam’ and in 1859 the Prince Consort opened the Cornwall Railway. The Royal Railway carriage was very superior, being oblong, measuring about thirteen feet by seven feet, and constructed of the finest mahogany. Double panelled, it was stuffed with felt to lessen vibration and increase warmth. The interior was lined throughout with delicate blue satin wadded and tufted and the hangings over the windows were elegant draperies of blue and white tasselled satin.

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