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Beautifully Cruel

by J.T. Geissinger · Beautifully Cruel #1

2020 · 332 pages · JT Geissinger Incorporated

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About this book

When a mysterious and dangerous stranger pulls you from the shadows of a violent attack, it feels like fate—like you've finally found someone who can protect you from a world that's proven itself cruel. But as you fall deeper into Liam Black's intoxicating orbit, you begin to realize that safety might just be the most seductive illusion of all, and that every savior has their own agenda. Dark, intense, and utterly compelling, this is a romance that explores the blurred lines between protection and possession, asking whether we can ever truly trust someone who has absolute power over us. Prepare for a story that's as beautifully dangerous as it is addictive.

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