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“Can we go to work now? Because we're about a minute away from breaking out the ice cream and talking about our feelings, and I don't think we can come back from that.”

Quote by Jennifer Crusie

Book:Bet Me

Work

Bet Me

Bet Me is a contemporary romance novel that follows the story of a bet between two friends, which becomes a catalyst for their personal development and unexpected romantic entanglements. The book explores themes of friendship, love, and the complexities of human relationships. more

Author

Jennifer Crusie
Jennifer Crusie

Jennifer Crusie, born in 1949, is a renowned American female author. Her works are known for their humor, wit, and profound emotional descriptions, which have won her a large following among readers. more

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