Enemies by the altar
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Scarlett is trapped in a dangerous world, forced to compete for a marriage she never wanted. All she wants is to escape, but Rowan, the cold, calculated heir, stands in her way. As they clash, hatred burns between them, but so does something deeper.
To keep herself alive she makes a deal with Rowan Marino. Marrying him is her only chance at survival.
Scarlett now must fight not only for her freedom, but against the growing tension between them.
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