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“The rose fell into his lap, and he looked up, startled. Mimi grinned. "Hey handsom" Mimi sent. "What's up?" Jack replied, without speaking. "Just thinking of you." Jack's smile deepened, and he threw the rose back at her so that it landed in her lap. Mimi tucked it behind her ear and fluttered her eyelashes appreciatively.”

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Melissa de la Cruz

Melissa de la Cruz (born September 7, 1971) is an American author known for her young adult and adult fiction. Born in Manila, Philippines, she moved to the United States and graduated from Columbia University. Her works span genres including fantasy, romance, and mystery, with notable series such as Blue Bloods and The Descendants. Her books have sold millions of copies worldwide and been translated into multiple languages. She also worked as a fashion magazine editor, and her writing style blends pop culture elements with social insights. more

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