Clarissa dances in seedy taverns along the Thames, laughing through the fog and filth because the alternative is hunger. All she has is nerve, beauty, and a scent called Green Perfume that drives men wild. Including the monied Earl of Strasford, who carries her into his world of coaches and velvet boxes. But it is his valet Francois who understands the city's appetite and remakes her to satisfy it. Gold hair. Gold powder. A new name whispered everywhere: the Golden Trollop. Crowds roar, rivals seethe, and every powerful man wants her. Yet beneath the gold stands a woman determined to shape her own future... and choose her own desire. "A highly entertaining romp." Miami News "Delightfully entertaining reading. It succeeds admirably." Quad City Times "The lusty busty school of historical romance...the author's disregard for historical fact is breathtaking." Baltimore Sun "A gay, exciting novel. preposterous in plot but thoroughly enjoyable" Bangor Daily News "A fast-paced historical novel that will titillate." Tacoma News Tribune
This was found by me among the 1950s-1960s Romance Novels of an aunt of mine years ago. Having nothing else to do & picking this up at random, I was surprised to find that it was a very entertaining book. Well researched and well written (leaving out the books title, which I’m sure was urged upon the author by the publisher), I found it to be a creative fantasy that could be interesting, at times touching and even somewhat exciting. This is not your average romantic novel; it is too well-written. I am a little disappointed that it was never discovered by those who create films, it could have perhaps been very good if handled by the right individuals. At any rate, I highly recommend this novel. It has always been one of my favorites.
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