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As an only child and the owner of a small jewelry store, Amber Taylor struggles with her introverted nature and the expectations of her family. When the Matthews family moves in next door, she becomes swept up in their lives, especially when she meets Brayden Matthews, a charming and mysterious young man who captures her heart. The connection between them is electric, but Brayden's true identity and his sudden disappearance leave Amber in a state of confusion. As she tries to uncover the truth about him, she finds herself facing her darkest fears and the boundary between reality and the supernatural.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Romance/Paranormal Romance
Authors: V. C. Andrews
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