The Spy
ravensandlilies
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  • Reads 559
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  • Parts 50
  • Time 4h 29m
ravensandlilies
Complete, First published Apr 27, 2023
Mature
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John Westwood is a talented spy who works to retrieve stolen paintings but when his life takes a turn for better or worse , he finds himself compromising his morals and falling in love. Will it all be worth it in the end?
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