Becoming First Lead
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This is a sequel to Can You Keep A Secret . I recommend reading that before jumping into this but it's not absolutely necessary.
Alex Wells thought he knew love but realized it was just infatuation when he met the love of his life (Aria); who was also the love of his brother's life (Warren). In the end he came in second to the leading man in her life .
A little over a year passed since Aria and Warren's wedding when Alex decided he really needed to begin moving on . Working with Warren wasn't easy, especially when Aria came to visit . He longed for her to look at him the way she did with Warren but knew his feelings were completely one-sided.
Thinking he may never find another woman who made him feel what he did with Aria, Alex worked tirelessly. He made a name for himself and even helped create an even stronger business with Warren . Little did he know that being second lead in one story only meant that he would be the star in HIS story .
What happens when he finally meets his match? Will he know right away or is this a friendship waiting to blossom?
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Thank you everyone for sticking by me into this sequel . I hope you enjoy Alex's story and the women in his life .
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