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Jack Carter, a celebrated romance writer, expects a quiet life until Molly, a former assistant accused of sexual harassment and recently evicted, is thrust into his apartment by his concerned sister. Their unlikely co‑habitation turns Jack’s routine into a chaotic mix of humor, tension, and unexpected chemistry, all set against the backdrop of Washington, D.C. The novel explores themes of second chances and the blurry line between friendship and romance.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Romance/Romantic Comedy
Authors: Nina Killham
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