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Angela Taylor has managed a life of secrecy and independence for two years, staying away from her troubled past. But when a flash flood hits the park where she works, she is compelled to seek help from a stranger named Chris Forrester. Chris’s ability to save lives puts Angela in a precarious position: she must decide whether to allow a potentially dangerous romance to develop or keep her distance to protect both of them.
The story explores themes of autonomy, secrecy, and the complexities of man‑woman relationships within a contemporary English setting, while also touching on the role of social work with children.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Suspense/Romantic Suspense
Authors: Rachel Brimble
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