One & Only
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Last published Wed, Apr 19, 2023
Bianca Farrell, married to a wealthy hitman, has it all: money, status, and the ability to solve every problem in her life with drugs. But when her brother returns to town and seeks to reunite their old friend group, she realizes that she can't keep solving everything with a pill or a glass of champagne.
As she struggles to reconnect with her emotions and her past friends, she must also navigate the rocky terrain of her marriage. Neil's profession comes with a territory - but is the relationship truly worth all the trouble, and how much of Neil's feelings for her are out of convenience?
"One and Only" is a gripping tale of love, loss, and redemption that will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.
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