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Miss Wonderful

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Miss Wonderful is a historical romance novel by Loretta Chase and the first book in the Carsington Brothers series. Set in Regency England, it follows Alistair Carsington and Mirabel Oldridge as a proposed canal brings them into conflict in the Peak District. Alistair initially supports the development, while Mirabel fears its effects on her community; their disagreement provides the central tension for a romance shaped by family expectations and local economic interests.

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Who are the main characters in Loretta Chase's Miss Wonderful?

The novel follows Alistair Carsington, a war veteran with a reputation for fashion, and Mirabel Oldridge, a practical woman managing her father's estate. Their paths cross when Alistair becomes involved in building a canal in the Peak District.

Is Miss Wonderful the first book in a series?

Yes, Miss Wonderful is the first book in Loretta Chase's Carsington Brothers series. It establishes the family and sets the stage for the subsequent books about Alistair's siblings.

What is the central conflict in Miss Wonderful?

The main conflict revolves around a proposed canal project in the Peak District that brings Alistair and Mirabel into opposition. Alistair initially supports the canal to win a wager, while Mirabel fiercely opposes it.

What genre and setting does Miss Wonderful belong to?

It is a historical romance novel set in Regency England. The story combines romance with historical details regarding canal mania and the landscape of the Peak District.

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