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When Malcolm Douglas was a defiant teenager, he stole the heart—and innocence—of small‑town girl Celia Patel. Years later, having become a world‑famous billionaire, he returns to Celia’s life to shield her from new threats. The rekindled attraction reignites their adolescent chemistry, but the weight of his past mistakes and her lingering hurt create a tense dance between desire and forgiveness. As Malcolm seeks atonement, Celia must decide whether to let his current kindness erase the pain of yesterday.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Catherine Mann
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