Between a Rock and a Hard Place
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Carpe Noctem Duology #2
Youngest in the three Fabregas brothers, Alexis is known as the black sheep of the family. Growing up in a political ménage where his parents compelled him to be like them, he always felt like he's been in the wrong place his whole life. Not wanting to fit in the mold made by his family, he found an escape to finally get his freedom after crossing paths with a crazy, midnight-blue-haired chick named Reon.
Adamant with what he wants and what he doesn't, his self-centred life will be shaken by uncertainty, betrayal and a new-found connection. Driving him in an endless pull of catch twenty-twos between freedom and affinity. Set to the ups and downs of intense emotions, idealization and reality, he discovers life and humanity the more he learns things about himself.
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Date started: April 17, 2021
Date posted: May 26, 2023
Date finished: October 12, 2025
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Carpe Noctem Duology
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