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New York Times bestselling author Sarah McLean to appear Tuesday evening at Barrington Books.

Information provided by Anika Denise of Barrington Books.

A New York Times bestselling historical romance novelist signs her new book and leads a Q&A session on Tuesday evening, Feb. 28, at Barrington Books.

Sarah MacLean will appear at a wine and cheese reception starting at 7 pm.  MacLean will read from her novel: A ROGUE BY ANY OTHER NAME: The First Rule of Scoundrels; answer questions from fans, and sign copies of any of her books. 

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MacLean’s work has been described as “devilishly fun” and “genuinely touching,” according to Barrington Books. She is considered a fresh voice for historical romance.  Click here to learn more about the novelist.

A ROGUE BY ANY OTHER NAME leads readers into 19th-century England, where the Marquess of Bourne has lost his fortune and reputation in one unlucky turn of the cards.  Cast from proper society, he disappears to rebuild his fortune as a cold prince of the underground gambling hell, The Fallen Angel. Wealth and power isn’t enough for Bourne, though; he is consumed with a desire for revenge. 

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Almost a decade later, Lady Penelope Marbury is unmarried, and without prospects … until her father attaches land previously belonging to Bourne to her dowry hoping to attract suitors. Bourne knows this is his chance to reclaim what was once his, and take revenge on the man who ruined him long ago.He’s willing to do anything to win, including marrying Penelope. But when she puts her heart on the line, will her gamble pay off?

Barrington Books is located at 184 County Road in the Barrington Shopping Plaza. Click for more information.

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