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Home Blog EPHEMERA Novels Substitute for Love

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“Substitute for Love”

Finalist - Best LGBT Romance.

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The lesbian hybrid of Joyce Carol Oates and Danielle Steele.

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Substitute for Love may just be the best Kallmaker I've read in a long time, and given her extraordinary talent, that's saying something.

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One of Karin Kallmaker's best and most engrossing books yet!

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Web Sprite 03/16/2001 Andrea Krug - K&S, Angela Dawe, Bella Books, Christi Cassidy, Coming into Their Own, Instant Attraction, Krug and Schadenberg, Love, California Style, Naiad Press, Novel, Romance, She's So Cold, STEM Women

When Holly Markham and Reyna Putnam meet the combination adds up to pure passion. But Reyna’s “no tomorrows” rule isn’t enough for Holly.

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  • Painted Moon Bestseller
    During the initial release of Painted Moon the title remained on national and local bookstore top ten lists for more than five months, making it her first notable bestseller in the lesbian community.

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    This story has twists and yet is so believable. Kallmaker knows how to keep your interest. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
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    The growing attraction and feelings the women experience are delicately delineated with a fine touch...
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