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Nina’s life feels orderly, until Fred, a spunky mix of basset and beagle, suddenly finds a new roommate: Alex Moore, the charismatic photographer who becomes the object of her friends’ gossip. While Nina adores Fred, she’s reluctant to welcome Alex into her world, fearing that a new romance could threaten the comfortable chaos she has cultivated. As the house erupts with laughter, mischief, and the occasional outburst from Fred’s quiet moments, Nina must navigate the complexities of friendship, could‑be‑love, and the unexpected bond that forms when companions—human and canine—meet.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Jennifer Crusie
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