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Jo Mattison is furious when her guardian declares that her inheritance will go to the cousin she marries, especially after Alec—the boy she admired growing up—suddenly leaves with his girlfriend. Facing humiliation and unexpected pressure, Jo flees to Borneo with her old friend Harry. Yet Harry’s own romantic expectations complicate their escape. Alec ultimately follows, and Jo must decide which path to take—and whether that decision is the right one. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, and the weight of family expectations, set against the backdrop of Borneo.
First publish date: 2008
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Karen Abbott
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