Penelope
Penelope is a 1982 historical romance and Regency romance novel by Marion Chesney. It is set in the Regency era. It features Penelope Vesey, Roger Earl of Hestleton and Aunt Augusta Harvey.
Open Library readers give it an average of 3.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, and 26 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 7 editions.
It runs to roughly 167 pages — 3–4 hours of reading at an average pace.
About Penelope
PASSION IN PERIL Penelope has stolen the heart of the fabulous Earl of Hestleton--rich beyond words, handsome beyond compare, the most eligible lord in the realm--who thought he could toy with the pretty country miss, bring her out at Almack's, then toss her to the haut ton! But when the Earl learns that he is the prize in her Aunt Augusta's social-climbing scheme, he begins to doubt Penelope's love. Can the belle keep her beau--or will her aunt's ambitious plans force Penelope to flee in desperate disgrace?
Quick answers
Who wrote Penelope?
Penelope was written by Marion Chesney and first published in 1982.
What genre is Penelope?
It is usually shelved as Historical Romance and Regency Romance.
How long is Penelope?
The median edition has 167 pages, about 3–4 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to Penelope?
Readers who like it often enjoy Lady of Quality, Cousin Kate and The Rebel Bride.
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