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The Edge of Town by Dorothy Garlock

The Edge of Town

by Dorothy Garlock
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  • Apr 1, 2001, 352 pages
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  • May 2002, 480 pages
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Julie stepped out into the bright sunlight. She didn't want to hear anything more about the town bully or his son. Her intense hatred of the man could be the one thing that would keep her out of heaven. She couldn't remember when she hadn't hated and feared him.

Copyright © 2001 by Dorothy Garlock

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