Merit
by Devney Perry
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The world loves Maverick Houston. Me? I’ve hated him since we were ten. It’s not exactly easy to escape your childhood nemesis when your parents are best friends who live on the same block. Through countless vacations, parties and holidays, Maverick and I have spent the past decade trading insults. Until that family dinner when his mother tells us she’s dying. When she asks us to forget the past and start fresh. That’s how I found myself on a date with the Treasure State Wildcats football star. The campus playboy. The boy I kissed when I was three. The man who is the bane of my existence. He’s arrogant. He’s blunt. He’s too handsome for his own good. But if he has a single, redeeming... The book encourages readers to remain attentive by rewarding careful reading. Small details gain significance as the story progresses, adding layers of meaning to the narrative. The book maintains interest through subtle variation rather than dramatic shifts. Changes in pace and focus are introduced gradually, keeping the story engaging without disrupting coherence. This measured approach supports a smooth reading experience.
