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Reluctant Hope is a romantic fiction that follows the lives of two lesbian partners as they face the realities of cancer. The novel explores the emotional journey of patients dealing with illness, highlighting love, resilience, and the enduring power of hope.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Erin Dutton
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