Silver Lining In Lockdown
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Averie Carter, a talented editor at New York Magazine, seems to have it all-beauty, intelligence, and drive. Yet beneath the surface, her heart aches from a painful five-year breakup, leaving her feeling undervalued at work and burdened by financial woes. Seeking a fresh start, she escapes to the serene mountains of Sabah, hoping to find peace on Mount Kinabalu.
But when the global lockdown traps her in a remote lodge instead of on the climb, Averie is stunned to encounter Scott Wallace, the boy who ghosted her before prom, leaving her with unresolved questions. As old wounds resurface and sparks fly, Averie must navigate a whirlwind of humor, heartache, and unexpected romance. In a world turned upside down, could this be her chance for healing-or will the storm within only intensify?
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