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In the Shadows of Yesterday

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A contemporary romance that follows the emotional journey of two young adults, Ava and Bryson, as they navigate love, personal growth, and the complexities of their pasts. Ava, a nursing student working to support her family, meets Bryson, a special forces soldier on a break, in a café during Thanksgiving. Both characters are shaped by difficult family dynamics-Ava's father left when she was young, and Bryson grew up with an abusive father-leading them to seek control and healing in their lives. As their relationship deepens, they must confront their individual traumas and the challenges of Bryson's impending deployment, all while learning how to open up to each other and to themselves. The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, healing, and the strength found in vulnerability.All Rights Reserved

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