Healing in Avila
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Last published Wed, Aug 8, 2018
Elliot Jackson is sent to the small town of Avila on the coast of California to get away from her dark past. Once a year passes she has the choice to remain with her aunt Rowan in Avila or return where her past haunts her the most... home. Throughout her stay she befriends Gardner who's struggling with problems of his own. Through the help of Harry Potter, books, food and Gardner, Elliot may be able to finally let go and finally be at peace.
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