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Longing continues the story of Bailey Flanigan from where Learning left off. After a period of silence from Cody Coleman, Bailey’s attentions shift toward her former Hollywood co‑star, Brandon Paul. Nights in New York City and intimate moments on Brandon’s Malibu balcony stir new feelings, forcing Bailey to reconsider whether her days with Cody are truly over.
Meanwhile, Cody has become a national sensation as a coaching mentor for a small‑town football team. Amid the team's rising profile, Cody meets a woman who deeply understands his new life, yet moments of longing for Bailey still surface. The novel follows their intertwined paths as they confront loss, hope, and the possibility of rebuilding a relationship after more than a year of separation.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Karen Kingsbury
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