An Island Princess Starts a Scandal

In the historical romance novel "A Caribbean Heiress in Paris," Manuela del Carmen Caceres Galvan accepts an invitation to exhibit her artwork at the 1889 Exposition Universelle. She meets Cora Kempf Bristol, the Duchess of Sundridge, who offers her a summer in Paris in exchange for a parcel of land she has vowed never to sell. Cora and Manuela engage in a passionate affair that threatens to scandalize Paris. The novel is praised for its lush settings, rich characters, and sensual romance.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 30 May 2023
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

A Caribbean Heiress in Paris is a captivating and historically rich romance that will leave readers captivated. Empowering and exhilarating, this book has received rave reviews from critics. Kirkus, in a starred review, praised it as "fiery, heartfelt, and swoony," while Entertainment Weekly described it as "a fiery, heartfelt, swoony tale." USA TODAY bestselling author Adriana Herrera returns with a new historical romance novel, following the story of A Caribbean Heiress in Paris.

For Manuela del Carmen Caceres Galvan, the invitation to showcase her paintings at the 1889 Exposition Universelle arrives at the perfect time. Soon to be trapped in a loveless marriage, Manuela has decided to savor one last summer of freedom—in Paris, alongside her two best friends.

One scandalous encounter changes everything. Cora Kempf Bristol, Duchess of Sundridge, is known for her ruthlessness in business. She is not driven by money, but by power. When she sees an opportunity to secure her position among her rivals, she seizes it without hesitation. How challenging could it be to convince the mercurial Miss Caceres Galvan to part with a parcel of land she has sworn never to sell?

One life-changing bargain is struck. Tempted by Cora's offer, Manuela proposes a trade: her beloved land for a summer with the duchess in her corner of Paris. A taste of the wild, carefree world that will soon be out of her reach. What follows is a thrilling and terrifying journey that ignites desires the duchess thought long dead. As they fill their days indulging in a shared passion for the arts and their nights with dark and delicious deeds, the happiness that seemed impossible moves within reach. However, claiming it could cause the greatest scandal Paris has seen in decades.

A Caribbean Heiress in Paris is a triumph! Sarah MacLean, in her review, praised it as "historical romance at its very best—fresh, lush, and full of steam." Sophie Jordan also lauded the book, describing it as "ferociously feminist and sensual, with a dreamily romantic atmosphere."

This captivating novel is a must-read for fans of historical romance, with its rich storytelling, compelling characters, and steamy romance. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure in the heart of Paris!

Weight: 254g
Dimension: 196 x 126 x 26 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780349434476