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Name: Handprints
Rating: 4 (2 reviews)
Author: Myrna Temte

Jack Granger, a widowed widower, and Abby Walsh, a widowed single father, find themselves in a forbidden romance when they unexpectedly share a kiss. Jack's relationship with his daughter makes him feel like a penniless kid with his nose pressed against the toy-store window, while Abby's attraction to him is undeniable. However, their relationship is not about to last long as their attraction becomes stronger with each passing day. They must make the difficult decision to either break up and be free or to accept their destiny and embrace their love.

First publish date: 2001

Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance

Authors: Myrna Temte

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