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Ace Bentley
About this listen
Reason defied the odds.
She climbed the ladder of success despite being a black woman from one of Chicago's most notorious neighborhoods. Her professional life shines brightly as an emergency room physician. But her love life is in shambles. After divorcing her controlling, narcissistic husband, she's only encountered men who are just like him, who are intimidated by her success. But as soon as she gives up on love, she meets Lake, a single father with a checkered past who oozes swag and dominance.
Lake and Reason's lives collide in a heart-stopping encounter when Lake becomes Reason's unlikely savior. Destiny intertwines their paths, sparking an instant and intense connection that neither of them saw coming.
However, their budding romance is swiftly threatened by crippling external forces. Reason finds herself trapped in a web of manipulation as her ex-husband continues his attempts to destroy her. Shocking revelations from Lake's past and disloyalty shatter his relationships with those he trusted. As his world crumbles, he fights to rebuild the shattered pieces of his life. Yet, amidst the chaos consuming their lives, Lake and Reason cling to their love for one another.
Just when Lake and Reason believe they can overcome the challenges, tragedy strikes both of them with devastating force. Their lives are thrown into disarray, and their budding romance hangs in the balance.
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After watching my mother succumb to a mysterious illness, I promised myself two things. I'd find the cure for what ravaged her and leave the godforsaken city where she abandoned me. Four years later, I received an acceptance letter from Dracadia University, one of the oldest most prestigious schools in the country. Nestled on a secluded island off the coast of Maine, it's rumored to be haunted by the souls of the mental patients exiled there centuries before, those whose bones are said to make up the island's white sandy shores. And restless ghosts aren't even its most daunting peculiarity.
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It was perfect
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By: Keri Lake
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- Anonymous User
- 12-20-24
Very good read
Kept me on my toes I enjoyed every moment and every chapter from the beginning to the end.
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- Akesha T Thomas
- 02-01-25
Omg! I Loved it!!❤️❤️❤️
I was engulfed in this book from the 1st page!! it had me on a emotional Rollercoaster!! Why Tori? Jessica has done it again. you will enjoy this book and will not be disappointed!! such a page turner I completed it in one day!!🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️❤️❤️❤️
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- Ashley
- 12-21-24
I Loveeeee It
This was sooo good it had my emotions all over the place. I wish it was going to be a 2nd book just so I can know how they life is together. get the book if you thinking about it your not going to regret it.
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- Ray
- 12-30-24
Another Great Creation
Loved the depth of characters and the twists and turns. Jessica never fails me and keeps me coming back for more.
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- Porsha D.
- 03-28-25
Loved!
Absolutely loved the story! Really enjoyed the hood to professional theme of this story. Shows that we all come from somewhere, but we determine our own furure.
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- Keia
- 12-17-24
🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
This was really really good. Jessica you done it again. This book had me crying, laughing, and everything in between. The narrators was good as usual. I definitely recommend this book you won’t be disappointed.
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- nelly chiwala
- 01-11-25
Great love story!
When you meet your person you just know !!!loved the story line. I’m glad Lake handled that .. y’all ain’t gatta do Tory like that though
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- Amazon Customer
- 01-04-25
Enjoyable listen
I liked this book a lot. Interesting twists and turns from the very beginning. Solid narrator performances as well.
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- Dyamond Lindsey
- 02-24-25
Amazing Writing!!!
This is my 7th book in just a few months and the story is captivating! It pulls you in! Keeps you engaged and on your feet. I love JNWs books and will continue reading! So happy this was a beautiful ending to a great book.
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- AWPERRY
- 12-19-24
Emotional Rollercoaster
This book left me with all of the feels. I laughed, cried, was angry and empathetic. This was just not a love story but also a story about relationships with our family, friends, and our chosen professions. I'm not going to give any spoilers but I will say that the author made me feel like I was part of this story. The narrators did a great job as well. USE THAT CREDIT or Purchase this book.
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