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Name: Dr. Strange Beard
Author: Penny Reid

Roscoe Winston, a man who holds every glance, word, and unspoken second in vivid memory, hopes to move past the heartache he endured ten years ago. When fate brings him back into the life of Simone Payton, the woman he once lost, he suddenly finds himself haunted by her presence. Simone, who once teetered between curiosity and resentment, has moved on—yet a small favor keeps her rooted in his past. Set against the backdrop of Tennessee’s horse‑racing scene, this contemporary romance explores the stubborn hold of memory and the possibility of new beginnings. The story follows the two former lovers as they navigate a complex mix of lingering affection and unmet questions in a state of emotional flux.

First publish date: 2018

Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance

Authors: Penny Reid

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