Damaged Goods
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Can you save someone who's already mastered the art of hiding?
From USA Today bestselling author L.J. Shen comes a searing, emotional standalone romance in the All Saints High world--where secrets, addiction, and loyalty collide, and only the bravest love can heal the deepest scars.
Bailey Followhill's life has always looked flawless from the outside--disciplined, driven, and determined never to disappoint. But when her pursuit of perfection at Juilliard unravels, Bailey finds herself facing a battle she never imagined: prescription addiction, crumbling dreams, and a reputation in ruins. The only person who's ever truly seen her, the golden boy next door, is slipping out of reach.
Lev Cole is SoCal's golden child: football captain, hometown star, the safe bet in a world of chaos. But after a devastating family loss, Lev is haunted by secrets he can't outrun and a love for Bailey he can't escape. When Bailey's struggle brings their friendship to the breaking point, Lev must choose--risk his heart for a love that might save them both, or let her go forever.
Damaged Goods is a gripping, slow-burn best friends-to-lovers romance that fearlessly explores addiction, heartbreak, and the redemptive power of love.
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L.J. Shen is a New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Washington Post, and #1 Amazon bestselling author of contemporary and NA romance. Best known for her angsty, dark books and barely redeemable alpha heroes, she writes fairytales with teeth and claws.
She lives in a picturesque beach town with her family, pets and inner demons, and enjoys reading, traveling, cooking and spending time with her grumpy cat.