The Nightingale
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Last published Sat, Oct 20, 2018
When a kidnapping victim turned spy ends up in an accidental partnership with the local law enforcement, will history repeat itself? Or will she be able to stop those who took her from ruining her life for a third time? Evelyn Burton's meeting with Detective Jack Andrews seems simple enough, but what happens when the spark between them turns into a flame that's hard to control? Will Evelyn be able to keep those she holds dear safe? Or will all of her secrets be revealed?
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