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The Bargain

by Melinda Hammond

Melissa Langham, though penniless and an orphan, is not interested in the notorious Earl of Aldringham's attentions. He has deserted fashionable London for Bath to let talk of his most recent scandal become a seven days' wonder. But the earl cannot accept this spirited young lady's rejection, and he sets out to win her-by whatever means he possesses. Regency Romance by Melinda Hammond; originally published by Robert Hale (London)

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Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?