It's Can't Be That Bad
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Last published Thu, Jun 12, 2025
Gemma Boyle, a brilliant engineer by day and an unrelenting vigilante by night. Fueled by a dark past and a desire for justice, she takes matters into her own hands, targeting criminals the system has failed to stop. But when her family becomes entangled in the chaos, Gemma must confront the cost of her actions. With two sisters-one who loves her fiercely and one who fears her power-Gemma's world is about to collide. Torn between love, loyalty, and vengeance, Gemma will fight to protect those she cares about, even if it means sacrificing everything. As the line between hero and villain blurs, Gemma must ask herself: Can she escape the darkness she's created, or will it consume her?
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