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Bold Women of the 17th Century #3
Painting with Fire
Québec 1690—Penniless and covered with burns, Véronique Barbeau sells sex to sailors and voyageurs at a dockside tavern in New France. The daughter of an illustrious artist, she'd once had it all: a loving family, a home in Paris, and a gift for painting, but a spurned lover changed everything. After being slighted by Véronique's father, the young man sought revenge by setting fire to the family home, killing her mother, her sister, and scarring Véronique for life. Distraught, she immigrated to Québec with her father, but within months he was dead, leaving her alone and destitute in a port city halfway around the world.
Yet she would not be defeated. Véronique would rise again, fighting her way to the top, becoming one of the most celebrated artists in all of France. But she cannot rest until she unearths the horrifying truth about what really happened the night of the blaze.
Join Amanda Hughes as she sweeps you back to a time when monarchs ruled the world, tall ships sailed the seas, and quarrels were settled with swords.
Yet she would not be defeated. Véronique would rise again, fighting her way to the top, becoming one of the most celebrated artists in all of France. But she cannot rest until she unearths the horrifying truth about what really happened the night of the blaze.
Join Amanda Hughes as she sweeps you back to a time when monarchs ruled the world, tall ships sailed the seas, and quarrels were settled with swords.
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Published September 12, 2022
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February 10, 2023
Unfortunately, I am more than a little disappointed with this book. Basically the whole review is a spoiler, so move on if you don’t want it ruined. I very rarely review books by recapping the plot, but in this case I feel it’s necessary based on my stars.
The book started off promising by introducing us to the harsh realities of 17th century Paris. Our journey into these harrowing times was told through the eyes of a young French woman by the name of Veronique. Veronique was a teenager when the books opens and we learn that she is the eldest daughter of a semi-famous artist, she herself has talent and assists her father with his paintings. Her mother and little sister are only briefly mentioned. Matter of fact, we are only given a brief glance into this chapter of her life. It is mentioned that she has taken a secret lover by the name of Rainier, but we never see them together. We are never given any details of any grand passion or love; only that they met clandestinely. We do learn quickly that Rainier is arrested and charged with setting fire to Veronique’s home resulting in the death of her mother, young sister and burning Veronique seriously. It was said he was filled with rage over Veronique’s fathers’ disapproval of their relationship.
We skip ahead to Veronique’s new life Quebec. Her father moved them from Paris to this new world where he quickly succumbed and left her alone. She turns to prostitution to survive. At this point in the book, I am hooked. Veronique is proving to be self sufficient and strong. However, things change when she meets a nobleman by the name of Gilles. He is instantly and suspiciously taken with her. Not only is this mystery nobleman man falling for a local prostitute, but he is very open and honest that he enjoys the company of men BUT Veronique has inexplicably turned his head and he suddenly wants her as his wife. Hmmm something is fishy. However, as questionable as all that was, Gilles actually does seem to love Veronique, and even though they establish that she will act as his beard, they make love regularly, and he treats her like a queen. Again, suspicious, but not questioning too much.
After some time together, Veronique realizes that she has fallen in love with Gilles and knowing he is with other men starts to bother her. Gilles, however, is becoming restless. He accepts an expedition job making maps of the lower half of northern America. And so we cover lots of time and ground as Gilles pops in and out of her life. At one point she journeys with Gillies because she has been commissioned to paint the flora and fauna of the new world. It was semi exciting, but the writing became repetitive.
Not much goes on until magically one day Gillies shows up with Rainier (GASPS) Veronique’s teenager lover who supposedly killed her family! WTF? This is where it all falls apart. Veronique is rightfully upset by seeing Rainier again and by the fact that Gillies is parading him around like a long-lost friend. Well guess what? They are long lost friends, and Gillies has known this whole time that Rainier was the man accused of burning his wife’s body horribly. BUT right as we might be getting some juicy drama Veronique’s anger leaves as quickly as it appeared. Suddenly she reminisces how much she LOVED Rainier, and could he possibly be innocent?
One thing I can’t stand is a stupid heroine. Over the years Gillies gave her plenty of reasons to question his motives, but she never does anything about any of it. This is a big damn deal to me, but she moves on. Sure she is cautious now, but her love for Gillies overcomes her worry. Nope. Don’t like it. Gilles is clearly hiding shit from her. Girl...get it together.
Anyway, the mystery of the book continues, we learn a lot about the history of these people, what their motives are and who is actually bad. Turns out that Rainier was innocent and set up, he’s always loved Veronique and they are meant to be. Gross. Total letdown because had this grand love been established from the very beginning, I might have bought it. Veronique had more passion, more love with her gay husband and I was kind of rooting for them to figure it out, even if it meant sharing each other. The major disappointment, however, came with Gillies ending. Turns out he did setout to seduce and marry Veronique because he was ordered to “keep an eye on her” from his villainous bosses- who think Veronique knows too much about the fire. She, of course ends up with Rainier, but we never learn if Gillis truly loved her. They end on good terms, staying married, but living apart so she can be with Rainier. Gills sails off for a new life and that’s it. All this time spent with his character was a waste IMO.
I think the story held so much potential, but you can always tell when an author gets spent. Amanda Hughes gets 4 stars for her unique story, 5 stars for research, but 2 stars for romance and 2 stars for a weak finish.
I really hated how much time was spent on characters only to have them fade away without proper closure.
The book started off promising by introducing us to the harsh realities of 17th century Paris. Our journey into these harrowing times was told through the eyes of a young French woman by the name of Veronique. Veronique was a teenager when the books opens and we learn that she is the eldest daughter of a semi-famous artist, she herself has talent and assists her father with his paintings. Her mother and little sister are only briefly mentioned. Matter of fact, we are only given a brief glance into this chapter of her life. It is mentioned that she has taken a secret lover by the name of Rainier, but we never see them together. We are never given any details of any grand passion or love; only that they met clandestinely. We do learn quickly that Rainier is arrested and charged with setting fire to Veronique’s home resulting in the death of her mother, young sister and burning Veronique seriously. It was said he was filled with rage over Veronique’s fathers’ disapproval of their relationship.
We skip ahead to Veronique’s new life Quebec. Her father moved them from Paris to this new world where he quickly succumbed and left her alone. She turns to prostitution to survive. At this point in the book, I am hooked. Veronique is proving to be self sufficient and strong. However, things change when she meets a nobleman by the name of Gilles. He is instantly and suspiciously taken with her. Not only is this mystery nobleman man falling for a local prostitute, but he is very open and honest that he enjoys the company of men BUT Veronique has inexplicably turned his head and he suddenly wants her as his wife. Hmmm something is fishy. However, as questionable as all that was, Gilles actually does seem to love Veronique, and even though they establish that she will act as his beard, they make love regularly, and he treats her like a queen. Again, suspicious, but not questioning too much.
After some time together, Veronique realizes that she has fallen in love with Gilles and knowing he is with other men starts to bother her. Gilles, however, is becoming restless. He accepts an expedition job making maps of the lower half of northern America. And so we cover lots of time and ground as Gilles pops in and out of her life. At one point she journeys with Gillies because she has been commissioned to paint the flora and fauna of the new world. It was semi exciting, but the writing became repetitive.
Not much goes on until magically one day Gillies shows up with Rainier (GASPS) Veronique’s teenager lover who supposedly killed her family! WTF? This is where it all falls apart. Veronique is rightfully upset by seeing Rainier again and by the fact that Gillies is parading him around like a long-lost friend. Well guess what? They are long lost friends, and Gillies has known this whole time that Rainier was the man accused of burning his wife’s body horribly. BUT right as we might be getting some juicy drama Veronique’s anger leaves as quickly as it appeared. Suddenly she reminisces how much she LOVED Rainier, and could he possibly be innocent?
One thing I can’t stand is a stupid heroine. Over the years Gillies gave her plenty of reasons to question his motives, but she never does anything about any of it. This is a big damn deal to me, but she moves on. Sure she is cautious now, but her love for Gillies overcomes her worry. Nope. Don’t like it. Gilles is clearly hiding shit from her. Girl...get it together.
Anyway, the mystery of the book continues, we learn a lot about the history of these people, what their motives are and who is actually bad. Turns out that Rainier was innocent and set up, he’s always loved Veronique and they are meant to be. Gross. Total letdown because had this grand love been established from the very beginning, I might have bought it. Veronique had more passion, more love with her gay husband and I was kind of rooting for them to figure it out, even if it meant sharing each other. The major disappointment, however, came with Gillies ending. Turns out he did setout to seduce and marry Veronique because he was ordered to “keep an eye on her” from his villainous bosses- who think Veronique knows too much about the fire. She, of course ends up with Rainier, but we never learn if Gillis truly loved her. They end on good terms, staying married, but living apart so she can be with Rainier. Gills sails off for a new life and that’s it. All this time spent with his character was a waste IMO.
I think the story held so much potential, but you can always tell when an author gets spent. Amanda Hughes gets 4 stars for her unique story, 5 stars for research, but 2 stars for romance and 2 stars for a weak finish.
I really hated how much time was spent on characters only to have them fade away without proper closure.
February 23, 2023
The book was just OK. Nice premise -- a young woman who assisted her artist father in 1690's Paris becomes an artist herself after she and her father move to Canada and her father dies. They had left Paris following a fire in which her mother and sister were killed and she herself was badly burned. The problem with the book was that it felt like everything was just skimmed through. Times and travel were hard in the 17th century, yet characters sail off on expeditions and back and forth across the oceans with little more than a 'he left and came back several months later', and she just shows up on the other side of the Atlantic with no mention of the voyage. Winters were harsh in Canada, yet were handled as just "winter passed." So, rather shallow. At least she found love and became a successful artist. End of story.
February 17, 2023
Excellent
Very interesting read. Characters are well portrayed. The city of Quebec at that time was well described and depicted. I recommend this book.
Very interesting read. Characters are well portrayed. The city of Quebec at that time was well described and depicted. I recommend this book.
May 19, 2024
fire fire fire
This exciting story will not let you put the book down.there is danger , intrigue, love and hate. It is so entertaining and will be a book long remembered. I loved every page this gifted author wrote. Several years ago I vacationed in Quebec and many of the books destinations were familiar. Get your copy today.
This exciting story will not let you put the book down.there is danger , intrigue, love and hate. It is so entertaining and will be a book long remembered. I loved every page this gifted author wrote. Several years ago I vacationed in Quebec and many of the books destinations were familiar. Get your copy today.
February 11, 2023
Painting with Fire (Bold Women of the 17th Century #3) by Amanda Hughes
This is a stand-alone book. You don't need to read the first two books to enjoy it.
Paris 1681. Véronique Barbeau lost everything in one night. Her mother, her sister, and her lover - Rainier Laurent Delacroix - who she accused of starting the fire that killed them.
Desperate to forget, she and her father - Henri Frederick Barbeau - move to Quebec, New France, and their lives are somewhat normal. He's a famous painter and Véronique is his assistant. But tragedy strikes again and in 1686 Henri dies. Too young to fetch for herself, she goes into prostitution to make ends meet, until one night she's courted by Gilles de Thobodeaux Valentin - a gay man who wishes for a marriage of convenience. She accepts Gilles as her husband and her life improves dramatically.
As the wife of a wealthy nobleman, Véronique gets commissions to paint portraits and frescoes - and she gets a good reputation. This brings in an apprentice, Jules Landry, who quickly becomes a talented painter on his own - although his real passion is sculpting.
Gilles does cartography and on a trip to the St. Laurence basin, they meet the Declercq sisters: Celeste, Avril, and Eleanor. They survive an attack and Gilles ends up injured.
Unfortunately, Gilles's fortune is not derived from legal enterprises and soon Véronique discovers that that night in Paris where his family died, is not what she thought it was. Reunited with her ex-lover, Rainier, she must navigate a siege, the French Court, and try to figure out who's responsible for the events that started it all.
Narrated from the third person point of view, this is a wonderful historical fiction tale. My only complaint was there were too many secondary characters that took away from the plot. Nevertheless, the characters are alive and come out of the page. The plot is well-constructed and it will keep you trading until the end.
I recommend it!
This is a stand-alone book. You don't need to read the first two books to enjoy it.
Paris 1681. Véronique Barbeau lost everything in one night. Her mother, her sister, and her lover - Rainier Laurent Delacroix - who she accused of starting the fire that killed them.
Desperate to forget, she and her father - Henri Frederick Barbeau - move to Quebec, New France, and their lives are somewhat normal. He's a famous painter and Véronique is his assistant. But tragedy strikes again and in 1686 Henri dies. Too young to fetch for herself, she goes into prostitution to make ends meet, until one night she's courted by Gilles de Thobodeaux Valentin - a gay man who wishes for a marriage of convenience. She accepts Gilles as her husband and her life improves dramatically.
As the wife of a wealthy nobleman, Véronique gets commissions to paint portraits and frescoes - and she gets a good reputation. This brings in an apprentice, Jules Landry, who quickly becomes a talented painter on his own - although his real passion is sculpting.
Gilles does cartography and on a trip to the St. Laurence basin, they meet the Declercq sisters: Celeste, Avril, and Eleanor. They survive an attack and Gilles ends up injured.
Unfortunately, Gilles's fortune is not derived from legal enterprises and soon Véronique discovers that that night in Paris where his family died, is not what she thought it was. Reunited with her ex-lover, Rainier, she must navigate a siege, the French Court, and try to figure out who's responsible for the events that started it all.
Narrated from the third person point of view, this is a wonderful historical fiction tale. My only complaint was there were too many secondary characters that took away from the plot. Nevertheless, the characters are alive and come out of the page. The plot is well-constructed and it will keep you trading until the end.
I recommend it!
September 12, 2022
Read my full review on Rosepoint Publishing.
By 1686 Véronique Barbeau found employment in (Québec), New France at the Siren and Serpent Tavern as a fille de joie. This is her last resort after the loss of her family, home in Paris, and lover, Rainier Laurent Delacroix. Her father, Monsieur Henri Frederik Barbeau, an artist of some renown, escaped with her from the bloody inferno in Paris that left her deeply scarred for life, but he, too, later dies. What is left to her is the innate talent of her father. She uses the gift with her limited free time and money to continue the legacy.
Once again, the extent of the research by the author of the time and location is evident in the description of how the ladies dealt with the subjects of disease, birth control, and protection.
When she meets Gilles, a cartographer of questionable sexual proclivities and nobility, her life takes an exciting turn. Gilles, however, is multi-layered and for some time, she only sees one.
The locations are beautifully described as well as the history, the period costumes, decorum, vernacular, and Renaissance-driven art concepts. It is well plotted and paced and creates flights of the imagination. The characters are well drawn and provide equal portions of resolution and conflict as well as plenty of action and subtle and crafty twists.
You could read each of the entries to the series as a standalone. The author is a master storyteller and each one, regardless of the century, is heartily recommended.
I received a complimentary review copy of this book from the author that in no way influenced this review. These are my honest thoughts.
By 1686 Véronique Barbeau found employment in (Québec), New France at the Siren and Serpent Tavern as a fille de joie. This is her last resort after the loss of her family, home in Paris, and lover, Rainier Laurent Delacroix. Her father, Monsieur Henri Frederik Barbeau, an artist of some renown, escaped with her from the bloody inferno in Paris that left her deeply scarred for life, but he, too, later dies. What is left to her is the innate talent of her father. She uses the gift with her limited free time and money to continue the legacy.
Once again, the extent of the research by the author of the time and location is evident in the description of how the ladies dealt with the subjects of disease, birth control, and protection.
When she meets Gilles, a cartographer of questionable sexual proclivities and nobility, her life takes an exciting turn. Gilles, however, is multi-layered and for some time, she only sees one.
The locations are beautifully described as well as the history, the period costumes, decorum, vernacular, and Renaissance-driven art concepts. It is well plotted and paced and creates flights of the imagination. The characters are well drawn and provide equal portions of resolution and conflict as well as plenty of action and subtle and crafty twists.
You could read each of the entries to the series as a standalone. The author is a master storyteller and each one, regardless of the century, is heartily recommended.
I received a complimentary review copy of this book from the author that in no way influenced this review. These are my honest thoughts.
February 13, 2023
Great Historical Novel about a Female Artist
Veronique's young life seems over almost before it has begun! Her family home has burned to the ground, taking the lives of her mother and sister with it along with her father's livelihood as a promising artist! On top of that, it appears that the person who may have started the fire is the man she once loved, now sentenced to 3 years in the Bastille!
Then when it seems that there could possibly be a chance for a new beginning for Veronique and her father in Quebec, he becomes ill, dies, and leaves her to fend for herself! Can Veronique possibly go on, even survive from day to day? She has to, of course, or why bother to even continue reading this book...?
Veronique's young life seems over almost before it has begun! Her family home has burned to the ground, taking the lives of her mother and sister with it along with her father's livelihood as a promising artist! On top of that, it appears that the person who may have started the fire is the man she once loved, now sentenced to 3 years in the Bastille!
Then when it seems that there could possibly be a chance for a new beginning for Veronique and her father in Quebec, he becomes ill, dies, and leaves her to fend for herself! Can Veronique possibly go on, even survive from day to day? She has to, of course, or why bother to even continue reading this book...?
October 2, 2022
I love reading Amanda Hughes. Her books are each one of it’s own. Read 1 or read them all. Painting with Fire is another of her Bold Women series. I like that she does waste my time by repeating a story line over and over. She doesn’t need to remind you of something from a previous book. She paints with word so beautifully that she manages to take your breath away. This tale from the 17 th century is well researched and although it is fiction, she uses facts you can search out later. I like her style of writing. If your a history buff, her books are great fiction. Ms Hughes, you keep writing, and I’ll keep reading! 5 stars!
March 27, 2023
Painting with Fire was just okay. I enjoyed the read, and I learned some interesting information about the French settling the Quebec area in Canada called "New France." The main character is Veronique Barbeau, daughter of a renowned French painter. At the time, painters in France were primarily men, and it was unheard of that a woman could be a well-known artist. Veronique did inherit her father's talent, however, as well as surviving a horrific fire which scarred her for life. This is the story of her artistic vocation as well as the loves in her life.
April 21, 2023
This was a good book. The writer has a terrific vocabulary and knows how to use sentences to the fullest. Unfortunately for me there were too many negatives to give this book a stellar rating. The book made it seem that ocean travel in the 17th century was a trivial thing. You could simply sail from one continent to another with ease. The majority of the book was actually not bad but by the end it had moved into a chick lit romance. I will have to give some thought as to if I should read another book from this series.
February 22, 2023
slow start but swashbuckling finish
I thought it could have been more descriptive of The main character’s feelings in the beginning. But the story pulled me along. Soon I was engrossed by the description of the wilds of 17th century northern Canada. The action became more and more compelling, especially once smuggling and intrigue took over. I’m an artist, and loved reading about a brave woman artist. He male protagonists were well drawn.
I thought it could have been more descriptive of The main character’s feelings in the beginning. But the story pulled me along. Soon I was engrossed by the description of the wilds of 17th century northern Canada. The action became more and more compelling, especially once smuggling and intrigue took over. I’m an artist, and loved reading about a brave woman artist. He male protagonists were well drawn.
August 26, 2025
A unique story with some excellent research. 5 star.
I was really captivated by the unusual characters and their situations.
I did feel the book introduced too many ideas and situations too quickly. The plot was intriguing and I felt pushed along too fast. Instead of 300 pages to fulfil the plot and complex situations and time frames it needed 600. 2 Star
I really enjoyed the journey to the New France , Quebec.
I have had this book on my kindle for a while to read
I was really captivated by the unusual characters and their situations.
I did feel the book introduced too many ideas and situations too quickly. The plot was intriguing and I felt pushed along too fast. Instead of 300 pages to fulfil the plot and complex situations and time frames it needed 600. 2 Star
I really enjoyed the journey to the New France , Quebec.
I have had this book on my kindle for a while to read
February 20, 2023
Amazing book!
Did not want to put this book down. It was like a bouquet of various flowers, diverse, never boring, always something new, different and interesting. Altogether wonderful.
I loved the history aspect and learned a lot; the characters were like real people, not all good or all bad. It was a nice change from books I’ve been reading that all seemed the same.
Did not want to put this book down. It was like a bouquet of various flowers, diverse, never boring, always something new, different and interesting. Altogether wonderful.
I loved the history aspect and learned a lot; the characters were like real people, not all good or all bad. It was a nice change from books I’ve been reading that all seemed the same.
March 20, 2023
An incredible & beautiful work of art!!
A beautifully written story of love, loss, redemption and most importantly a determination to prevail! The characters we amazing with such depth and emotion in their stories. I couldn’t put the book down, I would highly recommend reading this AWESOME BOOK!! I give this book 5 stars!!
A beautifully written story of love, loss, redemption and most importantly a determination to prevail! The characters we amazing with such depth and emotion in their stories. I couldn’t put the book down, I would highly recommend reading this AWESOME BOOK!! I give this book 5 stars!!
June 1, 2023
Always a Fan
I am a fan of Amanda Hughes, and this book did not disappoint me. Veronique is a strong lead, she has had to do what she must to survive and for a woman in the 17th century there are nor many options left. The art aspect of the books is very interesting when mixed up with the french history we are privy to. Great read,I will read the rest of the series as well.
I am a fan of Amanda Hughes, and this book did not disappoint me. Veronique is a strong lead, she has had to do what she must to survive and for a woman in the 17th century there are nor many options left. The art aspect of the books is very interesting when mixed up with the french history we are privy to. Great read,I will read the rest of the series as well.
October 24, 2024
Joan813
Another good read from Amber Hughes. A talented artist Veronique finds herself rising from the depths of despair after the deaths of her parents to be sought after even by the King of France for her artistry. Add a dash of intrigue that I never saw coming, I read this book in one day.
Another good read from Amber Hughes. A talented artist Veronique finds herself rising from the depths of despair after the deaths of her parents to be sought after even by the King of France for her artistry. Add a dash of intrigue that I never saw coming, I read this book in one day.
February 15, 2023
17th Century Quebec
This is my first time to read one of Amanda Hughes books and I'm definitely hooked. Great story line, very diverse, interesting characters and settings. Very hard to put down.
This is my first time to read one of Amanda Hughes books and I'm definitely hooked. Great story line, very diverse, interesting characters and settings. Very hard to put down.
December 13, 2023
Loved it!
The author is so gifted!
Again, this book would hold anyone's attention. I've not read anything from that period or set in Canada. Vivid depiction of attire, churches, and living quarters.
Nothing I didn't like.
The author is so gifted!
Again, this book would hold anyone's attention. I've not read anything from that period or set in Canada. Vivid depiction of attire, churches, and living quarters.
Nothing I didn't like.
August 8, 2024
Terrific
Having been to Quebec in the recent past, my pleasure in reading this novel and recognizing that some of the buildings, etc still stand from the 17 th Century added to the pleasure of reading this extraordinary story.
Having been to Quebec in the recent past, my pleasure in reading this novel and recognizing that some of the buildings, etc still stand from the 17 th Century added to the pleasure of reading this extraordinary story.
October 28, 2024
This book was somewhat tedious to read as the storyline dragged and then suddenly turned direction with the most unlikely scenarios. I think the author was attempting to put too many events in one story that in the end it lacked credibility.
March 15, 2025
Historical
This book is set in the 1700’s mostly in New France Quebec. It really put me back into that time. It was very difficult for women. This is about a strong woman living in that time. I enjoyed it!
This book is set in the 1700’s mostly in New France Quebec. It really put me back into that time. It was very difficult for women. This is about a strong woman living in that time. I enjoyed it!
October 14, 2022
Amazing!!!!
December 13, 2022
Believable story that transports us through trails of the 17th century. Our heroine though scared physically remains a very strong character,
February 11, 2023
An interesting plot if somewhat un unimaginable
February 14, 2023
A good story
Well written with an unusual story line. I have no idea if the facts are historically correct but I imagine they must be.
Well written with an unusual story line. I have no idea if the facts are historically correct but I imagine they must be.
February 14, 2023
Good
It was different type of book. It was interesting in spots. Almost like a robot wrote the story. It was good in its own way.
It was different type of book. It was interesting in spots. Almost like a robot wrote the story. It was good in its own way.
February 22, 2023
compelling read
Filled with twists and reversals. A story of multiple romances, a thriller, a period piece and a crime novel all in one. Recommended.
Filled with twists and reversals. A story of multiple romances, a thriller, a period piece and a crime novel all in one. Recommended.
February 24, 2023
Enjoyable quick read about France and Quebec art world and life with a woman artist in the late 1600s. History and romance.
March 26, 2023
Great book set in 17th century Paris and Quebec.
April 4, 2023
Romance and suspense in. New France
This book shows that intelligent women can make their way in the business world even in the 17th Century. I enjoyed the romance, too.
This book shows that intelligent women can make their way in the business world even in the 17th Century. I enjoyed the romance, too.
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