... the other day I was in a second hand bookstore when I noticed a large pile of Barbara Cartland copies ... And right away I went looking for "Duel of hearts" .. I've seen this movie when it was new and Benedict Taylor made such an impression on me I could still remember how the story went.. I bought the copy & read it in 1-2-3 ... It's hard to believe that hardly anything is available on the net concerning Benedict and that this movie isn't available on DVD yet ... but for the first time in years I feel like a giggling teenager again, wishing I was Caroline ;-)

Obviously, this movie borrows from Jane Eyre,
but is still an enjoyable bodice-ripper.
Benedict Taylor as Lord Vane Brecon is extremely handsome.
Wonder what happened to him? Alison Doody makes a plucky
heroine. I miss these early 90's TNT movies! Particularly
great on a rainy day.

When I found out this movie was based on a book by Barbara Cartland, I bought it right away. I was not disappointed. I love it! I fell in love with the characters right away. The costumes and the settings was very beautifully done. This movie is now listed as one of my all-time favorites.

A story for everyone - murder,danger, betrayal, and love. A young woman tries to clear the man she loves of murder. She finds in the castle he lives in is full of secrets - and more.