Powder and Patch
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Author | Georgette Heyer |
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Country | United Kingdom |
Language | English |
Genre(s) | Regency romance |
Publisher | |
Released | 1930 |
Media Type | Print (Hardback & Paperback) |
ISBN | NA & reissue ISBN 0-09-947443-3 |
Powder and Patch is a novel written by Georgette Heyer. Originally titled "The Transformation of Phillip Jettan"
[edit] Plot summary
Philip Jettan, a handsome and sturdy but tongue-tied youth, is rejected by his true love because he is not foppish enough. He resolves to improve himself and travels to Paris, where he becomes a sensation. Once he returns, however, Cleone realizes she wants the old Philip in place of the "painted puppy" she has received.