Buddy Holly Keeps Me Sane
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Last published Mon, Nov 12, 2012
Harper knows what it means to survive. She practically raised herself since her abusive alcoholic father was never there. She doesn't know how to trust anyone except her best friend Dani and her boss/friend Tim. The only thing that keeps her sane in her hectic life is listening to music, specifically 'Everyday' by Buddy Holly. Then Ryan comes into her life, and her whole life perspective is changed.
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