Shewantsavalance



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    Carol Sturka, a novelist and English professor, struggles with grief and isolation after the death of her wife. Upon her return to work, Carol discovers she is now forced to share her classroom with Zosia Rybak, an ESL instructor. Initially resentful, Carol learns that Zosia admires her writing and specifically requested to work with her. Time heals, and even though Carol's wounds are deep, she learns that there's something still left for her to pursue.

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    Helena takes care of Mei-Yin after rescuing her from Nerva

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    23 Feb 2026

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    Mei-Yin shares the thoughts she had while imprisoned with Helena

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    23 Feb 2026

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    Scooting impossibly closer, Meiyin pulled Helena against her chest and pressed a soft kiss to her forehead. “So, what’s wrong?” Meiyin asked.

    “Nothing,” Helena replied, “I just can’t sleep.”

    “That’s always it, isn’t it?”

     

    Helena can’t sleep but Meiyin might be able to help.

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    23 Feb 2026

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    Blackwater, Maine does not ask questions.
    Detective Carol Sturka chose it for that reason.
    Zosia Borowska never needed to choose.
    When men who threaten Carol begin to disappear, protection turns possessive, justice turns intimate, and love begins to look a lot like violence.
    In Blackwater, someone is always watching.

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    22 Feb 2026