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She's in college going after her degree while dealing with a tragic loss. Life, however, has its ways and love sneaks its way in. Will this new relationship blossom to become her forever?
Madison wants to become a pharmacist, and her college experience proves to be everything it's supposed to be. A lot of good times, tons of friends, lots of studying and cramming, and plenty of fun to balance things out.
Priya is her roommate and best friend, the one who keeps the party going. Together, they attend class, study hard, and hit the New York City scene when they can. That is, until life intervenes and love blooms.
Now, Priya is entrusted to keep Madison's secret, even if she's not quite onboard and concerned about her new relationship.
Years later, Madison's secret can no longer stay buried and will blossom as a memoir of a brief moment in time when everything synced, a fleeting moment that disappeared as soon as it appeared.
If you feel nostalgic about your college years and enjoy a heartfelt passage down memory lane, then A Glimpse of Color is for you.
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