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Ruby, named after the protective jewel, possesses a sixth sense that connects her deeply to nature and foresees her fate. After enduring an abusive family, she flees to Los Angeles where she learns of her soulmate, Orion, a British actor. Traveling to England, Ruby works in a potions and herbs shop and nurses Orion back to health, all while secretly pursuing her destiny to reunite with him. When her dreams seem within reach, the violent demons of her past resurface, threatening to derail her journey. Only by facing these shadows together with Orion can they achieve their shared destiny. The book blends a modern-day fairy tale with stark reality, celebrating the power of the mind to heal and transform lives.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Romance/Paranormal Romance
Authors: Francesca Lia Block
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