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Name: A Family Kind Of Gal
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)
Author: Lisa Jackson

Tiffany Santini is a single mother who has built a life around her children and her own confidence. When J.D., her stubborn, powerful brother‑in‑law and a lawyer with a charming, dominating presence, crashes on her doorstep claiming that she does not need to raise her kids alone, Tiffany is determined to keep his offer at arm’s length. However, as J.D. showers the children with the fatherly attention they have missed and offers Tiffany more than familial support, she must confront the shifting dynamics of her family and her unexpected attraction to someone who saw his role as protector. The story explores themes of independence, family loyalty, and the complexities of love that develops when boundaries blur.

First publish date: 1998

Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance

Authors: Lisa Jackson

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