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The Lucky One

by Nicholas Sparks

2008 · 326 pages · Grand Central Publishing

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About this book

When a U.S. Marine finds a mysterious photograph of a beautiful stranger during his deployment, he credits it with saving his life through impossible streaks of luck. Determined to find the woman in the photo, he returns home and tracks her down, only to discover that fate—or perhaps something deeper—might have guided them together. What unfolds is a tender exploration of second chances and the transformative power of love, as two people learn to trust in destiny and themselves. Perfect for readers who believe in the magic of meaningful connections and the redemptive journey toward happiness.

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