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Emma was dissatisfied with her life as a teacher in Durban. So when Julien Perreau offered her a job as governess on the exotic island of Mauritius, Emma felt only a small amount of trepidation.
The atmosphere at her employer's tropical villa was raw with tension. Everything seemed to revolve around the mysterious circumstances of his wife's death. It was almost as if Julien were fighting some sort of private battle--and losing.
Emma felt an impulsive desire to share Julien's troubled thoughts and somehow free the caring and passionate side of him. If only he would let her....
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
Tense island mystery about love and lost freedoms.
Who is this book for?
This book draws you in with its exotic setting and complex emotional landscape. Emma's desire to help and understand Julien makes for a captivating read as layers of mystery unfold. If you enjoy stories where passion, tension, and secrets collide on a picturesque island, you'll find this one intriguing.
