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At Edenvale High School, Zoe Reily feels she has it all: good looks, many friends, and a supportive family. When she falls in love with the handsome newcomer Ethan Anderson, her world seems perfect. However, Ethan keeps a mysterious part of his past hidden. As Zoe learns the truth behind his silence, she must decide whether their ideal romance can survive the revelation.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Laurie Lykken
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