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Love Under Construction

BRIlliantmind89

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Reads 11
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Parts 4
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BRIlliantmind89

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enemiestolovers forcedproximity loveatfirstsight lovelife lovestory maturethemes romance youngadult

Raven Shaw has spent years climbing the ranks in Atlanta's luxury real estate market, but when she starts losing clients to a new agent, she realizes her career may not be as secure as she thought. Enter Kyle Westbrook, a confident, no-nonsense contractor who's as frustrating as he is irresistible. Their professional clashes spark tension, but when Raven finds herself at a crossroads, Kyle challenges her to take a leap she never saw coming.

With ambition, trust, and undeniable chemistry at play, will Raven build the future she's always wanted-or will she let fear hold her back?All Rights Reserved

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More Than Almost by Dizahjob

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Love, Signed & Sealed by IfeoluwaAkinlade

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Hate you, Almost by VioletaAlatriste

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Tempting The CEO by PinkFruityFabGirl

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Touch Her And Die by queenmean12

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There's one strict rule of law: 'Do not marry the enemy!' I came here knowing Kyle Wallace is off-limits, a brother I do not need and since the first time I saw him, just like him, I have always hated the idea of his existence because nothing sweet ever comes out of his lips, ohh-except his saliva; he was a man with heightened ego. He's a Wallace after all, the blue blood of old money with the greatness of royalty; they all wore their superiority as crowns. The one question is: how many hues lives in one person. Because what my body goes for is what my brain opposes too, it's making it impossible to protect myself anymore and this wasn't the plan. There will be four books in the Wallace Hues series; this is the second. Kyle and Isla's story. Please like, react, and leave reviews, and comments for support.