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Synopsis
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Temporary. That one single word best
describes my life these last few years. I’m working at a temporary job until
I can finally break free. I’m my little brother’s temporary mother since our
mom doesn’t give a crap about either of us. And I’m that temporary girl all
the guys want to get with because I give it up so easily. According to the
rumors, at least. But now I’m the temporary girlfriend of
Drew Callahan, college football legend and all around golden guy. He’s
beautiful, sweet—and he’s hiding way more secrets than I am. He’s brought me
into this fake life where everyone seems to hate me. And everyone seems to
want something from him. The only thing he seems to want though is… Me. I don’t know what to believe anymore.
All I know is, I think Drew needs me. And I want to be there for him. Forever. |
Chapters In Total
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Prologue |
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01 |
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Chapters |
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15 |
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Epilogue |
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Pages |
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Note(s)
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· One
Week Girlfriend #1 |
Others
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1. - |
Destination
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1.
Carmel 2.
Hawaii 3.
New York 4.
Brooklyn |
Song(s)/Band(s)
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1. - |
Main Character(s)
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Male |
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Andrew David Callahan |
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Female |
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Fable Maguire |
Other Character(s)
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Andrew David Callahan |
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Drew Quarterback of university football team Twenty-one years old |
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Fable Maguire |
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Twenty years old |
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Andy Callahan |
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Drew’s dad |
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Adele Callahan |
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Drew’s stepmother Child molester |
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Vanessa Adele Callahan |
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Drew’s little sister Deceased - Drowned |
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Owen Maguire |
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Fable’s younger brother Thirteen years old |
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Maria |
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Callahan’s cook |
Quote(s)
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1.
I’m going to buy her off for
protection. 2.
There’s no room for romance in my life.
It’s so stupid, but I let guys use me because for that one fleeting moment,
when he’s focusing all of his attention on me and no one else, it feels good.
it helps me forget that no one really cares. The second it’s over, it’s
like I snap out of my mental fog and I feel cheap. Dirty. All those cliches
you read about in books and see on TV or movies, that’s me. 3.
Remember that great love and great
achievements involve great risk. – Dalai Lama 4.
She’s prettier because I’m the
one who put that glow in her eyes and the color in her cheeks. 5.
I wonder what it’s like, to be that
numb to such beautiful surroundings. Of course, I’m numb to the mundane that
surrounds me on a daily basis. Maybe we all move through life comfortably
numb. 6.
That realization fills me with sadness.
While I allow an endless, faceless stream of guys to touch me. I crave it
because for a brief moment, I feel like someone cares about me. The feeling
is always fleeting and I end up as empty as I was before. Sometimes more so. 7.
She’s beautiful, and therefore to be
wooed; she is woman, and therefore to be won. – William Shakespeare 8.
But I’m also afraid. He goes back and
forth. One minute open and charming and so irresistible he steals my breath. Then
the next he’s dark and withdrawn, quiet. It takes a lot of energy to spend
time with Drew but when he’s acting like this, I forget all the drama and
revel in just being with him. 9.
Love’s tendrils round the heart doth twine,
as round the oak doth cling the vine. – Ardelia Cotton Barton 10.
What lies behind us, and what lies
before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us. – Ralph Waldo Emerson 11.
I told her I couldn’t, that I had to
watch Vanessa and she convinced me Vanessa would be fine. Dad was right
there. 12.
It has to do with Adele. And I think I know
what it is. 13.
Once I’m inside you, you’re mine. 14.
The course of true love never did run smoothly.
– William Shakespeare 15.
She was wrong. I knew what we did
wasn’t right, yet I couldn’t control myself, my urges, my responses to her. She
knew how to arouse me and I hated that. I hated what she turned me
into. Her sexual toy, a plaything to take out and fuck and jerk off and use
until I was spent and sick to my stomach. More than once after she left me, I
contemplated suicide. But I couldn’t do it. I was too scared, too afraid what
might happen if I lived after all. So I turned into a shell. A
robot going through the motions, living my life, doing what I was supposed to
and getting ahead just fine. Keeping everyone at a distance, embracing football
and nothing else. 16.
The minute we get back home, I’m
telling him he needs to go to a professional therapist. Get what happened to
him out of his mind once and for all. Not that he can ever let his past
experiences go for good, but he can at least talk to someone. Seek help so he
can better cope with everything. 17.
In the bits that he told me about the
day Vanessa died, I have a feeling Adele dragged him into the house and had
her way with him. So while they were fucking, Vanessa drowned. Brutal but the truth, I can
feel it. Hence that extra heaping dose of guilt he piles on himself. 18.
I was never playing either of you, you
must believe that. I love your father tremendously. And I … I love you too,
Andrew. Can’t a woman be in love with two men? There are so many qualities to
the both of you that are similar yet different. I wanted you both. 19.
I do realize I’m following in her footsteps
no matter how hard I try not to. Makes me wonder if we’re predestined to end
up like our parents anyway, regardless if we fight against it. |
BOOK JOURNEY
Thoughts
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(1) Wow! What happened? Sounds serious! —————— เธ
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——————— (4) To be honest, this is far beyond sweet! —————— เธ
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——————— (11) Gosh, no! You didn’t! —————— เธ
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——————— (12) Me either! Gosh! Adele is so sick! —————— เธ
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——————— (13) *smile cheekily* —————— เธ
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——————— (15) NO CHILDREN should feel that way! NOT
EVER! I’m furious!!! —————— เธ
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——————— (16) Fable is really good to Drew. She is. —————— เธ
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——————— (17) My thoughts exactly. —————— เธ
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——————— (18) Gosh Adele! You make me sick to the
core! —————— เธ
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——————— (19) Don’t worry. You won’t. You have those
characteristics with you that is so different from your mom. You’re going to
be successful! |
Reading Experience
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I can’t wait to read the next one! I
have to admit that I really can’t stomach the fact that Adele molested Drew
when he was not even fifteen! Female paedophiles do exist! I feel sorry for
Drew that this thing happened to him! I hope everything will be fine if his
dad ever finds out and I do hope that his dad will side with Drew. Gosh, no
child should ever encounter this! Besides, I, too, feel sorry for Fable and
Owen for having an irresponsible mother. I’m sure you guys will bloom in the
near future. You guys have been through a lot and these experiences will make
you guys stronger than ever. Overall, I’m glad they found each
other. Drew, don’t screw it up! Other than that, stop cursing! Anyway, get
ready to dig into the next book! |
Question(s)
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Three Most Important
Concepts in This Book
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1.
Love can bloom when you least expected
it. 2.
You are the only one you can count on. 3.
Talk to someone who is professional
when you encounter problem. |
Suitable For People Who
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1. Please
refer to “Tags” |
Reading Start and
End Dates
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Start |
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23.12.2024 |
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End |
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27.12.2024 |
Total Reading Duration
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4 |
Hours |
13 |
Minutes |
Reading Timeline [In
Chapter(s)]
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23.12.2024 |
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Prologue |
ร |
02 |
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24.12.2024 |
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03 |
ร |
03 |
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25.12.2024 |
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04 |
ร |
04 |
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26.12.2024 |
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05 |
ร |
05 |
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27.12.2024 |
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05 |
ร |
15 |
Tags
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Fiction; Contemporary; Romance; College; Sport |
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Spiciness
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Rating
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Notes
Reading Experience
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· Plot
and Content: The appeal of the storyline, the depth and
interest of the content, and the relevance and accuracy of the information
presented. · Language
and Style: The fluidity and beauty of the writing,
and whether the author’s style aligns with the reader's preferences and
expectations. · Characterization
and Development: The dimensionality and vividness of the
characters, and whether their development feels deep and credible. · Pacing
and Structure: The appropriateness of the pacing, the
coherence of the structure, and whether the plot progresses smoothly. · Emotional
Resonance: Whether the reader can connect with the
emotions, themes, or viewpoints presented in the book. · Visual
Presentation: The book’s design, including layout, font,
illustrations, and cover design, and how these elements enhance the reading
experience. · Personal
Impact: The influence of the book on the reader’s thoughts,
emotions, or life experiences. · Reading
Comfort: The comfort of reading, considering factors like paper
quality, book weight, and the reading environment. |
Pace
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· Fast
Pace: The plot progresses rapidly, with frequent events
occurring, creating a sense of tension and urgency for the reader. Typically,
these books have short paragraphs and chapters, with concise and brisk
language, and frequent conflict and suspense. Examples include thrillers or
action-adventure novels. · Medium
Pace: The plot develops at a moderate speed, neither too
rushed nor too slow. These books usually feature a balanced progression of
story and character development, with a relatively even writing style. Many
literary or commercial novels may have this pace. · Slow
Pace: The plot advances slowly, often focusing on the
characters' inner worlds, environmental descriptions, or nuanced emotional
portrayals. These books typically have longer paragraphs and chapters, with a
more complex writing style and a lot of information. Literary classics or
works with intricate psychological depictions often exhibit a slow pace. |
Spiciness
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· 0★ No Spiciness Completely non-romantic and
non-suggestive; suitable for all ages. · 1★ Very Mild Occasional flirtation or
light hints; very tame and appropriate for most readers. · 2★ Mild Some romantic tension or
innuendo; suitable for young adult readers but no explicit content. · 3★ Moderate Noticeable romantic or
sexual themes; suitable for mature readers with some emotional depth. · 4★ Spicy Frequent and more explicit
romantic or sexual content; intended for adult readers with significant
emotional stakes. · 5★ Extremely Spicy Highly explicit content
with detailed sexual scenes or intense emotional drama; strictly for mature
audiences. |
Ratings
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· 0.0:
Unreadable or offensive. · 0.5:
Extremely poor; frustrating and unenjoyable. · 1.0:
Poorly written with little redeeming quality. · 1.5:
Very weak; minimal positives, mostly disappointing. · 2.0:
Some merits but overall disappointing. · 2.5:
Slightly above disappointing; some redeeming qualities. · 3.0:
Solid but flawed; enjoyable but forgettable. · 3.5:
Good; has engaging moments but still some flaws. · 4.0:
Very good; well worth reading with a few minor issues. · 4.5:
Excellent; impactful and nearly perfect, with just a few minor flaws. · 5.0:
Exceptional; a must-read that stays with you. |
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