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“She had never seen anyone like him before in her life. The clothes he wore, the sound of his voice, the expression in his eys, all made her feel that she had had z moomentary glimpse into another world - and she longed passionately to see it again, if only for a brief while.”

Quote by Kathleen Winsor

Work

Forever Amber

Forever Amber is a sweeping tale of romance, betrayal, and ambition, following the protagonist through various adventures and tumultuous relationships during the English Civil War and Restoration periods. more

Author

Kathleen Winsor
Kathleen Winsor

American author known for her historical novels, best known for works such as 'Forever Amber'. more

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