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In a small town, an aspiring author is rejected by a powerful figure who decides to punish her in a highly personal way. As the town faces attempts to shut down its local newspaper, the protagonist finds herself in conflict with the same corrupt individual. The story centers on her struggle to keep her voice alive while confronting the oppressive forces that threaten both her career and the community’s truth.
The narrative explores themes of resilience, creative ambition, and the battle against censorship in a close‑knit setting where personal and public stakes collide.
First publish date: 1972
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Emilie Baker Loring
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