Turning on the Lights
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Ongoing1h 14m
Last published Mon, Nov 12, 2012
After a hard divorce, Ada's life changed into one of maturity and responsibility. Taking care of her younger, troubled sister, making dinner, cleaning the house, keeping files organized all became Ada's life while her mother went out to fill the hole left by her father in the workplace. Rather than fantasize about hotties, go out to a drinking party, or even play sports, she concentrated on cleaning, working part-time, and schoolwork. Distractions were not welcome.
In contrast, Cristian looks for distractions of any form--especially female. Flirtatious, suave, and fun-loving, Cristian's a huge party wrapped up in one convenient person. He has traveled around the globe with his parents and has had opportunities in life many could only dream of.
So what happens when the debonaire Cristian transfers to Ada's school and they intermingle? What happens when they each learn about the secrets hidden within each other's past? Will they burn out or help each other turn on the light?
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