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“Her wedding ring, her gentle brush-offs, and her outright rejection had been minor obstacles compared to the big no of another man kissing her cheek.”

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Book:Pretty Girls
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Pretty Girls

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Karin Slaughter
Karin Slaughter

Karin Slaughter is an American author renowned for her suspense novels. Born on January 6, 1971, she has published numerous bestsellers since her debut novel in 1993. more

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