A classic regency romance by the queen of this genre. First edition from this publisher (not the true first edition), hardcover with red/orange boards and pictorial dust jacket, 416gms, 254 pages. The book displays age-related general wear and tear and moderate page discolouration/spotting throughout. Cloth boards show some minor scuffing to edges, corners and spine. Dust jacket is in good condition with mild shelf wear to edges and corners and a few small nicks. There is a small pen inscription on the inside front page, otherwise no other pre-loved markings.