Second Chances
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Raymond Hayes doesn't believe he can fall in love again. Not that he has time to fall in love; what with his rambunctious six year old, thriving book store and his still broken heart Raymond doesn't stand a chance. Until Lilly Ardt shows up and shows him that it's okay to love after loss.
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