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“For the first time since she'd pieced her heart back together, she felt a small tug at one of the strings. She dropped her hands to her sides and took a step back. The one word she'd waited to hear could destroy her carefully constructed life. "Don't." Don't make me forget. Don't make it better. Don't make me love you again. - Autumn Haven”

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Rachel Gibson
Rachel Gibson

Rachel Gibson, born in 1961, is a British author whose works span a variety of genres, including historical fiction, mystery, and science fiction. Known for her rich imagination and delicate writing style, Gibson's works have gained popularity among readers. more

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