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Nadine Winningham, you're probably one of the best humans I know. Your heart is huge, and you're always there to lend a helping hand with your simple fixes that make me smile and allow me to breathe again. Thank you for the amount of work you put into editing my books each time. Your dedication blows me away. You deserve a medal and all the coffee in the world. My books would not be what they are without you. You are one of a kind and ALL MINE. Your junkyard though… it's my favorite part about you.
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Amber Hodge, a.k.a. All Ambers Are Hoes, a.k.a. Proofreader, I'm so happy you took a chance on my books when it wasn't your cup of tea. Obviously you love Kova, even though you don't want to admit it. The best part that came out of you reading my books is your friendship. I love seeing a message come in from you. Thank you so much for taking the time to proofread Release and provide priceless feedback. One day I'm going to squeeze you.
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Author Ella Fields, the day you sent me fifteen middle finger emojis, I knew we were going to be the best of friends. I can't thank you enough for always being there to answer questions about publishing, brainstorm, or to just vent and talk about the most random things. One day we're going to meet and you're going to wear lizard earrings with a smile. Love your face!
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Dana Bobko-Galiano, thank you for taking the time to create one-of-a-kind swag for the Off Balance readers. It means so much to me. Thank you for always going above and beyond—even when I say no—but most importantly, thank you for just being a pretty rad, supportive stepmom.
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To the early beta readers whose feedback was invaluable, Ratula Roy, Author LK Farlow, Vashti Dawn, Lucy Taylor (my Russian love), each one of you played a huge part in bringing this story to fruition. Thank you to the moon and back for the time you spent reading my messy drafts, brainstorming with me for hours, and giving feedback.
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To my street team and the members of Relax for me, Malysh, YOU GUYS ARE THE REAL MVPs! Your unending support for this anxiety-inducing series is what makes me want to write it. Thank you all so much for your love. Every day you guys humble me with your comments and posts. I love you guys so much. I couldn't have done this without you.
About the Author
A competitive athlete for over ten years, Lucia Franco currently resides in sunny South Florida with her husband and two boys. Paranormal romance was her first love, but she has a soft spot in her heart for small-town and reunion romance stories.
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When Lucia is not hard at work on her next novel, you can find her relaxing with her toes in the sand at a nearby beach.
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Find out more at authorluciafranco.com.
Table of Contents
Cover
Title
Title/author name
Contents
Also by Lucia Franco
Introduction
Dedication
Epigraph
Glossary of Terms
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Chapter 26
Chapter 27
Chapter 28
Chapter 29
Chapter 30
Chapter 31
Chapter 32
Chapter 33
Chapter 34
Chapter 35
Chapter 36
Chapter 37
Chapter 39
Chapter 40
Chapter 41
Chapter 42
Chapter 43
Chapter 44
Chapter 45
Chapter 46
Chapter 47
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Prologue
Chapter One
Chapter Two
Also by Lucia Franco
Acknowledgments
About the Author