The Painted Lawn
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The Painted Lawn continues the story of THE MUSE and the unspoken love between Reuben and Winter.
Winter comes to question her decision to be with Henry and soon has trouble remembering what she ever saw in him.
As Reuben's artistic career takes off, Winter's eyes are opened to the significance of his talent and passion, and she secretly aches to be with him.
But has Reuben moved on?
Or is there a small chance that Reuben still keeps a place for her in his heart?
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