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    The Hand You're Dealt
    The Hand You're Dealt
    The Hand You're Dealt
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    The Hand You're Dealt

    By Katie Charles

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    Lori Johnson begins college with the hope of being just another freshman. Some kids like to stand out from the crowd, but Lori wants to blend in. She spent much of high school being the unwanted center of attention, accused of "faking" a painful disease.

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    If only that were true.

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    Life goes on, and as much as she tries her best to avoid the inevitable, the day comes when she can't hide her pain any longer.

     

    Lori has learned to stand on her own two feet -- even when she needs a cane to do it -- and she will continue to hold her head high. 

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherIrish Eyes Books
    Release dateAug 16, 2020
    ISBN9781949705102
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