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When Hearts Return

Reads 71
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Parts 17
Time 55m

Reads 71
Votes 17
Parts 17
Time 55m

family-drama forgiveness heartbreak romance secondchance

Zoey Martini has spent years carefully rebuilding her life after a painful breakup with Marcus-her brother Henry's best friend and a charismatic, rising music star. Marcus's sudden departure didn't just leave her heartbroken-it shattered the fragile trust between Zoey and her fiercely protective older brother.

Now, Marcus is back in the city, stirring up old feelings and unresolved emotions. As Zoey and Marcus are forced to confront their shared past, they find themselves tangled in a delicate dance of second chances, loyalty, and forgiveness.

But with Henry's watchful eye and their family ties hanging in the balance, Zoey must decide-can she truly open her heart again, or are some wounds simply too deep to heal?All Rights Reserved

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A Heart's Journey

Scarlet Leonoel thought love was forever-until betrayal shattered her world. Heartbroken and lost, she must learn to trust again when Austin Windstor, quiet but unwavering, steps into her life and shows her what love should feel like. But healing isn't simple. Her childhood friend Merliah hides a dangerous secret-her heart belongs to one of Scarlet's mysterious twin brothers, Oliver and Sebastian. And when Scarlet's ex, Noah, refuses to let go, the shadows of the past threaten to destroy her fragile new happiness. Romance, heartbreak, friendship, and secrets intertwine in this cozy yet dramatic tale of second chances. Will Scarlet find the courage to embrace love again... or will her past consume her future?