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“Pray instead for the children at the orphanage, and poor old Mrs. Lumley, who is going blind, and Mr. Peacham's rheumatism, and-" "You and your ever-expanding list of unfortunates," Rachel commented, smiling fondly at her. "Very well, I'll pray for them too.”

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Book:Stranger in My Arms
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Stranger in My Arms

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Lisa Kleypas
Lisa Kleypas

Lisa Kleypas, born in 1964, is a renowned American romance novel author. Her works are known for their delicate emotional descriptions and captivating storylines, which have won the hearts of numerous readers. more

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