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Not Like the Movies

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Reads 1,054
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Parts 15
Time 1h 9m

When Talia Stamos is introduced to her twin who was separated at birth and now lives a rich life, she thinks her life can't get any worse. When she has to move in with her sister, she could kill herself. Talia feels like an outsider in her own newly-found family, and she is forced to either find a way to fit in, or leave for good. Based on a true family story.All Rights Reserved

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A Resilient Heart Continues To Beat by Mickeygirl1985

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Glory Days by userreader124

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