Poppy

In this whirlwind series, Marion Chesney brings us spirited, independent women who are bewitching, beguiling, and determined to make their mark on the world.She was the flower of an East End slum who rose to become astar. But Poppy Duveen quit the stage to marry Freddie Plummett, the only realgentleman she had ever known-the bounder who died. When Freddie died, Poppy wasleft the castle, but she was also left in the clutches of Freddie's formidableuncle, Hugo, the dazzling Duke of Guildham.How could she admit, even to herself, this dangerousattraction? Instead, Poppy tried to turn her back on it-but it was no use.Clearly, Hugo thought her a mere waif, a common poor relation. Well, she'd showhim and his snobbish family. She'd return to the stage as Poppy Plummett,conquer London, and make fools of them all!