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The Heart's Quite Beginning

Reads 248
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Time 4h 28m

Reads 248
Votes 7
Parts 30
Time 4h 28m

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In the quaint village of Seabrook, Lia embarks on a journey to escape her haunting past and turn her long-held dream into reality: a cozy book café. As she steps into her new life, the warm embrace of the village feels like a fresh start. But beneath the charming exterior, secrets linger, and not everyone is welcoming.

Haunted by memories of a relentless stalker from her old life in the gray city of Greystone, Lia grapples with her newfound freedom while trying to build a community around her café. Just when she begins to feel at home, she meets Ethan, a charming local with a mysterious past of his own. Drawn to his kindness and understanding, Lia finds herself opening her heart for the first time, but her fears threaten to keep her at a distance.

With the support of her best friend Iris and the villagers, she begins to imagine a brighter future. Yet, shadows from her past threaten to cloud her dreams. Will the village accept her as one of their own? Can she forge a life filled with friendship and hope, or will her past come crashing back to shatter her dreams?

Join Lia on her quest for healing, connection, and the courage to embrace new beginnings in this heartfelt tale of resilience, love, and the magic of community. As Lia and Ethan navigate their blossoming romance, they discover that together they can face the shadows of their pasts and create a future worth dreaming about.All Rights Reserved

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