She is subsequently rescued from her kidnapper by his brother, . To protect Alexandra’s reputation following the scandal of her disappearance, Edmund immediately proposes marriage. The novel explores their developing relationship as Alexandra seeks her own freedom while navigating Edmund's desire to protect and possess her. Themes and Style

(Turkish for "Leave Me to Myself") is the Turkish title for the Regency historical romance novel The Gilded Web , written by the prolific Welsh-Canadian author Mary Balogh . First published in English in 1989, it serves as the first installment in her "Web" (also known as the "Gilded Web") trilogy. Plot Overview

Critics often note the gradual emotional development between the leads as they learn to fall in love despite the unusual circumstances of their union. Publication in Turkey