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"Under the Light" follows Helen, who must borrow a body to remain with her beloved, and Jenny, who seeks to escape her own bondage before her spirit is broken. Their worlds collide when the two ghosts trade forms, setting the stage for a tale of emotional struggle and longing. The novel explores how love can compel even the meek to take extraordinary measures, weaving themes of romance and spiritual possession into a compelling ghost story.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Romance/Paranormal Romance
Authors: Laura Whitcomb
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