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Blind Commitment

Virginia Nelson

Publisher: Virginia Nelson

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Summary

Figgy Berlin made a name for himself in the art world with his gripping use of color and fearless use of impressionistic style in abstract art. One drunk driver later and he was left blind. He couldn’t see color; he couldn’t see his work, and most of all…he couldn’t see his wife. 
Through the terrifying days and nights of not knowing if he’d ever wake again, Mariana stayed by his side. When he fought to reclaim his body, she was there. Back home, he recaptured his art, but he didn’t reclaim his bride. 
Can this couple find love even though he can’t see how much his rejection hurts her?
Available since: 09/02/2015.

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