One Desperate Life

She feels like she's living someone else's life. But will chasing the man of her dreams see her drowning in danger? Louise Clifford is tired of being overlooked. Back home in Chicago for summer break, she's lost in the ever-expanding shadow cast by her more accomplished sister. Desperate to escape and reluctant to reveal a secret, she clings to a lifeline when a handsome eligible man pursues her. After weeks of courtship, she becomes desperate when he abruptly leaves, returning to his...
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She feels like she's living someone else's life. But will chasing the man of her dreams see her drowning in danger? Louise Clifford is tired of being overlooked. Back home in Chicago for summer break, she's lost in the ever-expanding shadow cast by her more accomplished sister. Desperate to escape and reluctant to reveal a secret, she clings to a lifeline when a handsome eligible man pursues her. After weeks of courtship, she becomes desperate when he abruptly leaves, returning to his home. Fearing her life without him, she follows and arrives in his hometown of Austin, Texas. As she endeavors to find him, she's surprised when it proves more difficult than expected. Finally, she locates him but learns he has a different name. From all appearances, he's every bit as successful as he claimed in Chicago. Why would he lie? When she makes her presence known to him, she's hurt by the lack of interest he shows. Desperate for his love, and unwilling to return home, she confides the real reason for her presence. Suddenly, everything changes. His infatuation is palpable. He's once again the man she knew before and he wants to marry her. Can Lousie trust him? What else could he be hiding? One Desperate Life is an immersive, fast-paced thriller promising to captivate the reader. If you like strong character development, complex storylines, and gripping writing, then you'll love D.J. Maughan's thrilling novel. Buy One Desperate Life to immerse yourself in this suspenseful thriller!