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We encourage readers to review each book's content warnings before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1276\"\u003eBUNDLE DEAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every paperback includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eFREE SHIPPING\u003c\/strong\u003e, and when you purchase \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e3 or more books\u003c\/strong\u003e from anywhere in the shop, you'll automatically receive \u003cstrong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e10% OFF\u003c\/strong\u003e at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1528\"\u003eSome stories are meant to be read with the lights on... these aren't those stories.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dark-escapes-by-effie-campbell-paperback","title":"Dark Escapes by Effie Campbell (Paperback)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand New\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStatus\u003c\/strong\u003e: Flawless, unread, pristine retail condition straight from the distributor.  No creases, shelf wear, or dog-eared pages.  Perfect for gifting! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpice Level: \u003c\/strong\u003e5\/5 🌶️ - A dark, high-heat mafia romance filled with obsessive attraction, dangerous secrets, emotional tension, and explicit open-door scenes. 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