The Mayor's Rival (Gallego #1)
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Hiraya Priscilla Delamar was born to lead. With a grandfather who once governed Cagayan in the 1990s and a father who held a congressional seat for three consecutive terms, politics ran deep in her blood. Determined to honor their legacy, Hiraya sets her sights on becoming the next mayor of their quiet yet politically charged municipality, La Muerte, Cagayan.
But having a strong legacy isn't enough to win. As her campaign picks up speed, things take a dark turn. And for Hiraya, there's only one person behind it-Marcaeus Beltran Gallego. Her biggest rival. The current mayor seeking re-election. A man she believed held power, influence, and a reputation built on backroom deals and quiet threats... or so she thought.
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