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Hometown Love - An Inspirational Romance Novel

Matt Kingsley

Publisher: Publishdrive

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Summary

Emily's heart raced as she walked down the quaint, cobblestone street of Maple Lane, each step awakening a flood of memories from a time long past. The familiar sights of her childhood neighbourhood, with its charming cottages and blooming gardens, were like a balm to her weary soul. She had left this place years ago, determined to carve out a new life in the city, but now, as she returned, she felt as though she'd never left.
 
The air was filled with the sweet fragrance of roses and freshly cut grass, transporting her back to those carefree summer days. She remembered how she and Jack, her first love, had spent countless hours sitting on the porch, sharing dreams and laughter under the warm, golden sun. They were inseparable, two halves of a whole, until life took them down different paths.

Available since: 01/17/2024.

Print length: 20 pages.

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