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After her first serious boyfriend abruptly ends their relationship, Alison Hopkins confronts the reality of love and her own expectations. At 32, she questions whether true romance can exist beyond casual encounters, workplace flirtations, and the constraints of her evangelical Christian background. "The Big Love" blends humor with thoughtful reflection, offering a fresh take on contemporary romance without relying on traditional chick‑lit tropes.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: Romance/Romantic Comedy
Authors: Sarah Dunn
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