Books like Ragged Rainbows by Linda Lael Miller
Shay Kendall has lived in the light and shadow of her movie‑star mother, Rosamond. When Rosamond falls ill and the spotlight fades, Shay’s own path begins to blur. As the gossip columnist Mitch Prescott works on a biography of Rosamond, he encounters the resilient, determined Shay and a growing affection that dares to cross the line between journalistic curiosity and personal connection. Together they navigate the challenges of rising to their own identities, the expectations of fame, and the complex bonds of a mother‑daughter relationship.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Linda Lael Miller
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