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When former lover Jace Cooper, a former baseball player, arrives in the hospital Rebecca Bradshaw runs, wounded and looking for a second chance, their ten‑year‑old breakup resurfaces. As Rebecca guides him through his physical recovery, she must also address the deep emotional injury they inflicted on each other. The novel explores how love endures amid change, challenge, and the chance for healing.
First publish date: 1989
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Tami Hoag
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