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Nearly a decade after returning from Burma, Julia Win balances a high‑profile legal career in Manhattan with a besieged personal life. A recent miscarriage, a breakup with her boyfriend, and a growing sense of unfulfillment leave her feeling lost and disenchanted. During a routine meeting, a stranger’s voice intrudes into her thoughts, compelling her to leave the office abruptly. As the inner voice persists, it poses questions that compel Julia to confront issues she has been avoiding, propelling her into a profound introspective journey.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Jan-Philipp Sendker
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