DEGREE OF FANCY
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In the heart of Harvard's ivy-covered campus, the longstanding feud between two of New York City's most powerful families reaches a boiling point. Caroline Lockwood and Alexander Harrington, heirs to their respective family legacies, are destined to clash from the moment they set foot on university grounds.
Brilliant and beautiful, Caroline carries the weight of her family's expectations with poised elegance. Alexander, with his sharp intellect and undeniable charm, exudes confidence and an air of authority. Their rivalry is legendary, their encounters a battle of wits that electrifies the campus.
Forced to collaborate on a high-stakes investigation for the prestigious Harvard Crimson newspaper, their animosity intensifies. But as late-night debates turn into personal revelations, the line between enemies and something more begins to blur. Amidst university scandals and family secrets, Caroline and Alexander must confront their pasts and navigate the tangled web of their emotions.
Will their shared history tear them apart, or will love find a way to bridge the divide? In this captivating enemies-to-lovers romance, discover the transformative power of forgiveness and the unexpected journey from rivalry to romance.
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