Sweetly bitter
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Last published Wed, Nov 7, 2018
"It's sweet, it's cozy, and it's perfect for the cold nights so the words can warm you up!"
This is how almost every review of her book sounds like. Her life however isn't as sweet as it would seem. Some would say it's even a little bitter. Josie's life is a big, hot mess and he three things she definitely needs in it are:
Stability
Responsibility
And a guy
The problem is, she doesn't know it just yet.
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If you are looking for a sweet, nice, fall/winter story this is it, you don't have to look any further! I hope you're gonna like it!
Big, big thanks to @xlovetolivex for helping me. I love you so much you're the best!
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