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The life intended follows a woman who has lost her husband and raised a foster daughter, as she strives to move forward. Her grieving heart keeps her anchored to the past, making her wonder whether she remains trapped in memories of her late spouse or if she is teetering toward the life she might have chosen. The novel examines family dynamics, the complexities of foster care, and the way women confront the solitude of widowhood while grappling with the hope of new beginnings.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Psychological Fiction/Relationship Drama
Authors: Kristin Harmel
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