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Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Reviews at Amazon: April-June 2025
Spotlight and Giveaway: How Freaking Romantic
We're excited to celebrate the publication of Emily Harding's first solo rom-com, How Freaking Romantic! This enemies-to-lovers story is sure to heat up your summer (not that we need more actual heat, but the kind from books is always good). Thanks to Gallery, we have THREE copies for some lucky readers!
Beatrice Nilsson is what some might call “feisty” (those who love her) and others “combative” (those who don’t). But no matter what you call her, she’s a good lawyer and an even better friend. So when the marriage of her two closest pals ends in divorce, Bea picks a side and storms the office of attorney Nathan Asher to tell him exactly what he can do with his alimony petition. Unfortunately, what should end with a few choice words soon spirals into uncharted territory when Nate shows up at her NYU Law office a few days later as a newly-minted adjunct professor—and her new colleague.
Bea still hates Nathan, of course. But between weekly meetings and networking events, walks around Washington Square Park and late-night pizza, that hate begins to feel a lot like something else. And as uncomfortable truths emerge about the divorce that started it all, she might have to choose between her friends’ happily ever after and her own for the very first time. (Synopsis courtesy of Amazon.)
-- Colleen Oakley, USA Today bestselling author of The Mostly True Story of Tanner & Louise
"Inject this cynical angry woman into my veins! How Freaking Romantic is truly for the ragey girls among us, and I loved every second of it. Emily Harding writes the scrappiest, wittiest, most heartfelt characters to root for, and we’re all the luckier for it."
-- Ali Rosen, bestselling author of Recipe for Second Chances
Emily Harding is one-half of the writing duo behind the For the Love of Austen series, including Emma of 83rd Street and Elizabeth of East Hampton. She is a graduate of Emerson College with degrees in both creative writing and film. After working over fifteen years in television development and production, she found her way back to writing. Emily lives in Dallas with her husband, two children, and an incredibly spoiled Texas heeler. Visit Emily at her website and on Instagram.
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Monday, June 30, 2025
Book Review: The World's Greatest Detective and Her Just Okay Assistant
By Sara Steven
Olivia Blunt doesn't want to be an assistant detective for the rest of her life. She's determined to learn everything she can from her mentor and renowned investigator, Aubrey Merritt, but the latter is no easy grader.
After weeks of fielding phone calls from parties desperate for the world-renowned detective’s help, a case comes across Olivia’s desk that just might be worthy of Merritt’s skills. On the evening of her sixty-fifth birthday party, Victoria Summersworth somehow fell over her balcony railing to her death on the rocky shore of Lake Champlain. She was a happy woman—rich, beloved, in love, and matriarch of the preeminent Summersworth family. The police have ruled it a suicide, but her daughter Haley thinks it was murder.
Merritt is ever the skeptic, but Olivia believes Haley. Plus, she’s desperate to prove her investigative skills to her aloof boss. But the Summersworth family drama is a complicated web.
Olivia realizes she might be in over her head with this whole detective thing... or she might be unravelling a mystery even bigger than the one she’d started with. (Synopsis courtesy of Goodreads.)
The World’s Greatest Detective has some great nuances that reminded me of the TV show Hacks, particularly with its primary investigator, Aubrey. She is tough and shrewd, and won’t put up with any nonsense. She won’t give any leeway to Olivia, not if Olivia wants to be Aubrey’s assistant. When the case regarding Victoria Summersworth becomes their primary objective, it was fun to see how both women go about figuring out if Summersworth’s death was really self-inflicted, or if there was foul play involved. Aubrey is methodical and stoic, while Olivia uses intuition to factor in everything at play, making both characters push and pull against each other in the best of ways.
The synopsis indicates how complicated the Summersworth family drama can be, and that is no lie. There are a lot of elements and various relatives at play, from siblings to potential romantic partners, assistants and relatives attached to assistants. I appreciated how every suspect is detailed out nicely, so I never felt lost as to who was who. Through it all, I had my suspicions on what really happened to Victoria Summersworth, and there were some definite twists and turns along the way. The plotline didn’t make it easy, and that’s the best kind of suspenseful experience. Where you have to actually focus and think on what the eventual answer might be.
When I got about three-quarters of the way through the book, I did feel as though it was running a little longer than I’d expected it to. Maybe because I was more than ready to know for sure if my assessment was correct. But even with that, The World’s Greatest Detective was a great read, and even though the title claims that Olivia is just the okay assistant, she was definitely more than that. Both ladies were powerhouses and really made the experience!
Thanks to Berkley for the book in exchange for an honest review.
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Sunday, June 29, 2025
Book Review: Dead Reckoning
Friday, June 27, 2025
Book Review: The Love Fix
By Melissa Smoot
Lexi Clark’s life is falling apart around her, so when she’s summoned home to Sunrise Cove, the last thing she wants to do is face all the complications she left behind. Her past, her stepsister Ashley, and especially her infuriatingly gorgeous childhood nemesis-turned-crush Heath Bowman.
Yep, Lexi’s pretty sure being home again just might kill her. She’s an overachieving art appraiser who doesn’t believe in trust, love, or Happily Ever Afters. Free spirit Ashley, on the other hand, is so full of life it hurts to look at her. But Lexi can’t refuse Ashley’s plea to honor their late mother’s final wish to make amends with the people she’d wronged. So, on behalf of her estranged mother’s estate—and with Heath in tow as the executor—Lexi embarks on a road trip to repay all the people her gambling addicted mother owed money to.
Complicating everything are the feelings that well up for Lexi: for her mom, for Ashley, and most of all, for Heath. And for the record, she doesn’t like it, or the way he has of scaling the walls she’s built around her heart. The road trip shenanigans that ensue are both funny and heartbreaking, but Lexi finds something shocking along the way. Acceptance. Family. And unbelievably—if you ask Lexi anyway—love. (Synopsis courtesy of Amazon.)
I always enjoy the stories in Shalvis’ Sunrise Cove series. The Love Fix was just as warm and cozy as all the previous books. I really liked how the story centered around two sisters, both completely different personalities, but with the same end goal. The addition of the childhood nemesis and next-door neighbor was a fun one.
When the author creates her cast of characters they always seem to come to life as I am reading. The further into the story I get, the more I feel that I am reading about real people. It is such a gift that Shalvis has. This is just another perfect story in the picturesque city of Lake Tahoe, a truly magical place. I would highly recommend grabbing this one if you are looking for wonderful story you can get completely lost in.
Thanks to HarperCollins for the book in exchange for an honest review.
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Thursday, June 26, 2025
A lovely reunion with Laurel Osterkamp...plus a book giveaway
Laurel Osterkamp is the award-winning author of nearly a dozen novels, including Favorite Daughters and the #1 Amazon bestseller Beautiful Little Furies. Her work explores messy relationships, personal reinvention, and the kind of love that lingers. She lives in Minneapolis, teaches adult ESL and middle school enrichment, and is raising a family who loves to argue—and cats who love to hiss. Visit Laurel at her website and on Instagram.
The Side Project:
Ten years after her high school crush broke her heart, Rylee is shocked to find him sitting across from her in a graduate writing class. Carson was supposed to chase Ivy League dreams—but life had other plans. Now he's a single father, and Rylee's reluctant writing partner. When their collaboration turns into a secret no-strings fling, they promise to keep it simple. But the heart doesn’t follow rules—and neither does the truth.
The Next Breath:
Ten years after losing the love of her life, Robin is finally beginning to heal—thanks to Nick, a charming, irreverent guy who makes her believe in second chances. But just as their relationship deepens, Robin must fulfill a promise she made before Nick ever came into the picture: to star in the play her late boyfriend Jed wrote for her before he died. Torn between a past she can’t forget and a future she’s afraid to claim, Robin finds herself in an impossible love triangle—one man very real, the other only a memory.
The Standout:
Robin's dream of winning The Standout—a ballet-themed fashion reality show—unravels fast after she receives a threatening email: Dump your fiancé or else. When a slanderous website surfaces and rivals turn ruthless, Robin is thrust into a web of paranoia and secrets, unsure who she can trust—including herself. With only her enigmatic teammate Zelda and her protective brother Ted by her side, she must confront dark truths from her past before they destroy her future.
I would tell her to pay more attention to stuff like branding, marketing, social media, and identifying her ideal readers. Smart authors figure all that out early on, but I was late to the game.
In one sentence, what has the road to publishing been like for you?
My road to publishing has been full of detours, veering off in one direction, only to realize I missed a turn a few miles back.
Which of your recent characters is most similar to you?
While I’d love to compare myself to Rylee or Robin, I can’t claim to have their strength or bravery. I’m probably most like Professor Aldrich in The Side Project. She loves to geek out and talk about writing, she cares about her students, and she really believes that a hybrid of literary and genre fiction can exist. Plus, she’s a huge romantic, and the way she gets her earring caught in her scarf on the first day of class is totally something I would do!
What is the last movie you saw that you would recommend?
I haven’t seen many movies lately. But I recently finished watching the TV show Pulse on Netflix. It’s like early Grey’s Anatomy and I was so into it! The two main characters have amazing chemistry.
If your life was a TV series, which celebrity would you want to narrate it?
I have to go with Kristen Bell. The way she narrates both Veronica Mars and Gossip Girl is amazing–so sarcastically eloquent. My own inner-dialogue isn’t as clever, but we’re talking about who’d I’d want, not the most appropriate casting choice.
If we were to visit you right now, what are some places you would take us to see?
I live in Minneapolis. If you were visiting me here, I’d say, “Hey, let’s drive up to Bemidji!” That’s where The Side Project is set, and it’s only a few hours drive. We could go to Itasca State Park and see the Mississippi headwaters, which are super cool. We’d walk around Bemidji State University and downtown Bemidji and see the statues of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. We’d stay at Ruttgers Lodge, which was the inspiration of Reynolds Resort, where Dana and Rylee work. It’s gorgeous–right on the shore of Lake Bemidji, and summer is the perfect time to visit.
Thanks to Laurel for visiting with us and for sharing one of her books with our readers.
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Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Sara and Melissa Talk About...Celebrity Crushes
We've been running a column series to get more personal with our readers. We are now into our sixth year!
This month, we are talking about our celebrity crushes. We'd love to know who yours are, so please don't hesitate to share in the comments!
We're always open to topic suggestions, so please don't hesitate to share those in the comments. We'd also love to know if you can relate to anything we've said or hear your own thoughts on the topic. So don't be shy. :) We look forward to getting to know you as much as we're letting you get to know us. You can find our previous columns here, in case you missed them.
Melissa Amster:I've had many celebrity crushes over the years. My first big one was Michael J. Fox. I enjoyed watching him on Family Ties but my crush got even bigger from seeing him in Back to the Future. Then I had a huge crush on Patrick Swayze after the first time I saw Dirty Dancing. I obviously loved the movie, but I couldn't take my eyes off him. And, of course, we can't forget my crush on Joey McIntyre during my New Kids on the Block obsession phase. I even got to meet him in 2004 when he was in Wicked! (I know this was long past my crush days, but still...)
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Since then, I've had many more celebrity crushes. Sara can attest to this. 😅 I will just share some of the bigger ones for now, as to not make this post go on forever!
Adam Lambert: When he was on American Idol in 2009, I didn't give much thought to him at first. Then he sang "Mad World" and I couldn't stop thinking of him after that. I know he's gay, but that didn't stop me from crushing on him, big time. I was also crushed that he didn't win that season, but he's gone on to do a lot of amazing things since then!
Chris Messina: I loved him on The Mindy Project. He was just so swoonworthy. The clincher was when he did the dance for Mindy at the Christmas party. (Start at 54 seconds in if you want to skip the dialogue.)
Santino Fontana: I know Rebecca was angling for Josh on Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, but I had my sights on Greg. He was so adorable and I loved his singing voice. I was sad when he left the show and then got replaced by Skylar Astin later on, instead of being brought back as himself.
Lin-Manuel Miranda: During my Hamilton obsession phase, I would have passed out if Lin-Manuel was even in the same room as me. Clearly that never happened. I liked him when he was in In the Heights too and was sad I didn't get to see him as Usnavi when I finally got a chance to see the show. What I like him even more for is his writing and acting talent. (Oddly enough, my son texted me to tell me today that his best friend is at the Drama Bookshop and that Lin is there at the same time. I told him I'd pass out if I were there. So I guess that still holds true.)
Daniel Levy: When I started watching Schitt's Creek during the pandemic, I never thought I would blush every time I saw David. (And yes, I know he's gay too.) There's just something so beautiful about him. Sara even got me a pillow with his face on it.
Brett Goldstein: It's impossible to NOT have a crush on him! And when he talks in his regular voice instead of his gruff Roy Kent voice, then watch out!
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Cole Sprouse: Crushing on him after I first got into Riverdale means I can no longer watch Big Daddy without feeling inappropriate somehow. The crush has faded away, so maybe I'll be able to watch in the future. He was definitely occupying my daydreams for a while! (And he got into some of my nighttime dreams...) Sara fed this crush by getting me a Jughead Funko pop and a blanket with his face on it.
Chad Michael Murray: He wasn't a crush for me when he was a teenager or anything. I know he was cute in Freaky Friday, but I didn't give it too much thought. I also didn't like his character on Riverdale at all. (That was intended though.) So when he showed up on Sullivan's Crossing, he suddenly had my attention. Definitely swoonworthy! He's also very much worth watching in The Merry Gentlemen, in case you want to celebrate Christmas in the summer...
And saving my latest for last...Asher Grodman: I just got into Ghosts this past winter and have never heard of Asher Grodman until that point. I must have been living under a rock this whole time! (Of course, I cast him in one of the books I was reviewing that needed a hot Jewish male love interest.) Now that I've seen him as Trevor, I can't take my eyes off him! I love seeing pictures of him with his dog. Meltworthy! I also love pictures like this that are totally unrelated to him playing Trevor and show this rugged side to him. And then there's his voice. There's just something about it that makes him so easy on the ears too. I even bought a ticket to watch an improv show that was livestreaming the other night because he was going to be on it.
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Book Review: The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club
By Jami Denison
It used to be a solid trope in fiction that two women who were interested in the same man would fight to the death for his love. Luckily, that trope seems passe, and fictional women are more likely to dump that guy than to fight over him. In Gloria Chao’s latest, The Ex-Girlfriend Murder Club, three women team up to exact revenge on the cad who was cheating on them with each other. But when they find his body instead, they must work together to find the true killer and keep each other out of prison.
Fans of Jesse Q. Sutanto’s Aunties series will root for Chao’s protagonist, Kathryn Hu, as they rooted for Sutanto’s Meddy Chan. Both second-generation Asian only children, they both find themselves awkwardly navigating situations that others pull them into.
Kathryn, a biologist who loves researching the origins of cliches, has trouble making friends at work and in real life. But everyone loves her boyfriend Tucker, who brings donuts to make up for Kathryn’s work mishap. Grateful for his support, Kathryn decides to surprise him at home—and she’s the one who gets surprised, when she interrupts his proposal to another woman! When Olivia and Kathryn get together to compare notes, Kathryn impulsively invites Olivia to the weekend away she had planned with Tucker. There they find another surprise: Tucker’s Tinder hook-up, Elle.
Although all three women play important roles in the book, it’s told from Kathryn’s first-person POV. Her awkwardness and naivete are charming, and she’s a hilariously bad detective. When she starts to fall for the policeman in charge of investigating Tucker’s murder, she seems destined for a happy ending.
Although the book starts strong, the pacing begins to lag in the middle. A podcaster dedicated to revenge stories has it out for the women when they go on her show, and the book is frequently interrupted by transcripts from the podcasts. The tone sometimes goes from funny to silly, and the police detective character is unrealistic even for comic mystery standards.
Still, Club is a quick read, and it ends on a clever twist that many readers will not see coming. And there’s a sweet subplot with Kathryn’s parents that tugs the heartstrings.
Amazon calls this “A Hu Done It Mystery Book 1,” so more books with Kathryn should be forthcoming. If you prefer your murder with side dishes of sisterhood and slapstick, add Hu to your TBR pile.
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Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Spotlight and Giveaway: The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau
We are pleased to feature Kristin Harmel's latest stunning piece of historical fiction, The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau. Melissa loved it, of course, and will be reviewing it soon. You can check out her Bookstagram post about it in the meantime. Thanks to Gallery, we have THREE copies to give away!
For decades, Colette Marceau has lived by a code passed down from her mother, Annabel: steal only from the cruel, and give to those in need. During the Second World War, that code guided them as they used their skills to fund the French Resistance—until a 1942 raid changed everything. Annabel was captured and executed, and Colette’s young sister, Liliane, vanished, along with a diamond bracelet hidden in her nightgown. Liliane’s body was later found in the Seine—but the bracelet was gone.
Seventy years later, Colette has quietly “redistributed” millions in jewels to worthy causes. But when the long-lost bracelet resurfaces in a Boston museum, the past she’s tried to bury resurfaces with it. As she investigates its path through history, Colette uncovers startling truths about that night—and someone from her past who may know far more than they ever admitted. To solve the mystery and seek justice, she must finally face her grief—and risk opening her heart one last time.
—Hazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author of Before Dorothy
“Colette’s feisty spirit—both as a young girl and later as an older woman reassessing her life and her choices—makes this story joyous and ultimately triumphant. I loved it.”
—Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Queen
“This stunning and fastidiously researched story examines the complexity of morality, and the power that ordinary people have to enact change in the world around them. I never wanted to reach the end."
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Monday, June 23, 2025
Book Review: Finders Keepers
By Allyson Bales
Last week, Nina Hunnicutt was a professor about to move into a gorgeous new apartment with her long-term boyfriend. Now, she’s single, unemployed, and living with her parents. Even more surprising is the fact that Quentin Bell, her childhood neighbor (and okay, fine, crush), is also back in town—and wants to resume the treasure hunt that ended their friendship almost two decades ago.
Hoping the reward promised to whoever finds the rumored riches left behind by the town’s eccentric turn-of-the-century seltzer magnate will help her get her life back on track, Nina agrees. Granted, last time the search resulted in a broken heart and seventeen years of silence. But Nina’s older and wiser now. Surely things will be different?
Except, Quentin is also older and wiser…not to mention distractingly handsome. As they resume their hunt, Nina and Quentin begin to rediscover all the things they once loved best about each other. But unlike the treasure, the secrets that left them empty-handed the first time refuse to stay buried. If there’s any hope of finding what they’re looking for—and for a future together—Nina and Quentin will have to be brave enough to excavate their past as well. (Synopsis courtesy of Amazon.)
This book was such a delight!
I absolutely adored Sarah Adler’s previous novels and couldn’t wait to get my hands on Finders Keepers! Adler’s signature romantic charm was woven into this story beautifully as well as her humor! I am going to start using “goblined” instead of “ghosting” and “well hello there, howdy, and good morning to you,” as a greeting because of this hilarious story!
I loved the premise of this one! Two estranged best friends hunting for treasure?!? Sign. Me. Up! The setting of this story is in Maryland and I really loved being back there and getting to meet Nina and Quentin! I went to college in Maryland and always really loved the people and the town and this story really reminded me of that time in my life. I loved that Nina and Quentin grew up next door to one another and you get to follow along on them coming back together and hanging out!
Nina’s character really spoke to me.
“Figure out what you want in life before the can'ts come to get you.”
She is struggling with always feeling like she is behind and trying to figure out who she is and who she wants to be. I love the way Quentin’s character is with her and the way he nurtures Nina to just be herself. I think we all need people like that. People that are rooting for us and loving us for exactly who we are. You are going to really love their dynamic and there are some spicy parts too!
I would also recommend you read the "About The Book" section! It was so interesting learning more about Adler’s experience and intentions with writing this one!
I was lucky enough to also be able to read this one with my ears thanks to Penguin Random House Audio. I think this is my first Mara Wilson narration and I really, really enjoyed her ability to bring the story to life and really pull you into Nina and Quentin’s dynamic. She really enhanced the story for me and made me look forward to being back in Catoctin every chance I got!
Add this one to your summer TBR!
Thanks to Berkley for the book in exchange for an honest review.
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Friday, June 20, 2025
What's in the (e)mail...plus a book giveaway
All (or most) of these books can be found on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, Apple, Kobo, etc.
Next Time Will Be Our Turn by Jesse Q. Sutanto from Berkley (NG)
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Book Review: Love on Tour
By Melissa Smoot
Who knew a broken heel and bad fall would result in falling in love?
Though she has her dream job—finding new songs for singers in the booming country music industry—music executive Christine Matthews lives an unexciting life. That is, until a broken shoe sends her sprawling on the street right in front of Nashville singing sensation Austin Garrett’s tour bus, and Austin himself comes to her aid.
When Austin recognizes Christine as the woman who pitched him his recent number one hit, he invites her to be his date at the CMT Awards that night. Just like that, Christine is catapulted from a life of solitude to the spotlight, with Austin’s fans assuming she’s his new romantic interest. Suddenly, Christine’s the subject of much speculation—and criticism. Some jealous fans think she’s not pretty or thin enough, and they begin to cyber-bully and body shame her.
But that’s not the only reason Christine thinks accepting Austin’s invitation to join him on tour and help him find another big hit might be a bad idea. She’s also developing feelings for his tour manager, Matt. And one of her online bullies has turned threatening, bringing up trauma from Christine’s past. Is the turmoil worth it? Or is her only real solution to walk away from all of it—even the man who might just be the love of her life? (Synopsis courtesy of Amazon.)
Love on Tour far exceeded my expectations, which were pretty high already. It was a breath of fresh air to read a book with such a unique setting and storyline. I am a big country music fan, and I enjoy visiting Nashville, so this book was a fun read for me. I grew attached to the main character as well as her friends. It was heartwarming, and realistic, how much they cared for one another.
The added mystery and suspense were a pleasant surprise. I was appropriately creeped out but also intrigued. I had an idea who the antagonist in the story could be, but it was a fun journey to get to that point in the story. All in all, I really loved this one. The relationships and friendships are wholesome, yet relatable. This was a 10/10 for me.
Thanks to BookSparks for the book in exchange for an honest review.
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Thursday, June 19, 2025
Spotlight and Giveaway: Before Dorothy
Today we are excited to feature Hazel Gaynor's latest novel, Before Dorothy. This novel is based on The Wizard of Oz, but told through Auntie Em's perspective. (Similar to what Jillian Cantor did for The Great Gatsby in Beautiful Little Fools.) Melissa is so excited to read it and has it in her Kindle queue. Thanks to Berkley, we have one copy to give away!
Chicago, 1924: Emily and her new husband, Henry, yearn to leave the bustle of Chicago for the promise of their own American dream among the harsh beauty of the prairie. But leaving the city means leaving Emily’s beloved sister, Annie, who was once closer to her than anyone in the world.Kansas, 1932: Emily and Henry have established their new home among the warmth of the farming community in Kansas. Aligned to the fickle fortunes of nature, their lives hold a precarious and hopeful purpose, until tragedy strikes and their orphaned niece, Dorothy, lands on their doorstep.
The wide-eyed child isn’t the only thing to disrupt Emily’s world. Drought and devastating dust storms threaten to destroy everything, and her much-loved home becomes a place of uncertainty and danger. When the past catches up with the present and old secrets are exposed, Emily fears she will lose the most cherished thing of all: Dorothy.
Bursting with courage and heart, Before Dorothy tells the story of the woman who raised a beloved heroine, and ponders the question: what is the true meaning of home? (Synopsis courtesy of Amazon.)
—Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Life of Colette Marceau
—Kerri Maher, USA Today bestselling author of All You Have To Do Is Call
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