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WAITING FOR YOU

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chances contemporary fiction friendship hidden issues longing love romance second self-discovery story trust truths

Caught between the echoes of her past and the promise of a new future, Layla struggles with the remnants of a lost love.

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Following a difficult breakup with Aaron, Layla stands at a pivotal moment in her life. As she works to rebuild her sense of self, she meets Dylan, a compassionate and captivating man who stirs emotions she believed were buried. Yet, the shadows of her past continue to loom, making it hard for her to trust and fully open her heart.

In her quest for clarity, Layla uncovers unsettling truths about those around her, including the manipulative tendencies of Marcus and the unexpected support from her friend Nina. Through moments of joy, sorrow, and personal growth, she realizes that love can serve as both a sanctuary and a challenge.

Will Layla summon the strength to embrace a future with Dylan, or will her past keep her from moving forward?All Rights Reserved

chances contemporary fiction friendship hidden issues longing love romance second self-discovery story trust truths

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Once Upon A Bet

A bet. A tape. A betrayal. Two years ago everything crumbled in Nova Jensen's perfect world after trusting her heart to the wrong person only to find out everything was false. All her 'friends', her family... she left it all behind and moved to England with her aunt to end her studies there, away from all the drama. Now she's graduated and has to return her hometown for the summer before college, but is she ready to face the place that broke her? The people that betray her? Is she ready to face Jake Tucker?