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Unchained Trilogy #2
Author Self-Published
June 2013
On Sale: June 7, 2013
Featuring: Lavinia Hargraves
ISBN: 1484900162
EAN: 0000000000000
Kindle: B00D9VHQ86
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Part two of a dramatic historical fiction trilogy that continues a compelling American family saga. "If, like me, you are a fan of historical fiction -- especially when it's done with a real feel for previous eras -- then you'll love Masquerade, the second volume in Maria McKenzie's tale of love and race, politics and passion, in America. With its roots set in 1856, it's a novel that provides a necessary, if hard, history lesson, as well as a personal narrative of secrecy and shame, forgiveness and, ultimately, acceptance." - Robert Masello, author of The Romanov Cross and Robert's Rules of Writing Celebrated actress Lavinia Hargraves performs her most challenging role offstage. Although born in 1872 to Daniel Taylor, a white man and wealthy landowner in southern California, Laviniaβs mother, Lori, is a Negro and former slave. Lavinia, who appears white, is desperate to hide her Negro ancestry, as well as pursue her dream of becoming the worldβs greatest actress. After eloping with the much older Vernon Hargraves, owner of New Yorkβs premier theater company, Lavinia is provided with all she could ever want: a new life as white, stardom on the stage, and an abundant supply of money. Soon Laviniaβs seduction by a young and handsome actor sets in motion a devastating turn of events. Dashing millionaire contractor Andrew Standish comes into Laviniaβs life at a time when she needs him most. However, the secret of Lori's existence could demolish her daughter's carefully constructed facade. To what lengths will Andrew go to uncover Lavinia's past?
Unchained Trilogy ESCAPE
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β’ August 2012
 MASQUERADE
#2.0
β’ June 2013
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